Undergraduate Admissions Office

Spalding University is well-known for its innovative programs. While other colleges and universities operate on a two-semester system, in which the typical student takes four or five classes each semester, Spalding s schedule is divided into seven six-week sessions, with one-week breaks in between each session. Our students typically take one or two classes per session. Most classes meet four days per week (Monday through Thursday) for 100 minutes each day, per class. The session schedule provides our students with tremendous flexibility.

Traditional students, taking two classes per session, may complete some degree programs in as little as three years. On the other hand, students who work or have other commitments may take one class at a time. Some students go full-time in some sessions and take lighter loads in other sessions based on athletic seasons, participation in other co-curricular activities, or for personal reasons.

Rolling Admissions Deadlines

Newly admitted students may choose to begin taking classes in any of our sessions. Once your application is submitted and transcripts are received, the admission decision is typically made within ten days. Students can enroll as early as the next available six-week session.

Spalding's admissions process is easy, but if you have questions or need help, our admissions counselors are happy to assist you. To speak with an admissions counselor, call 502-585-7111 or 800-896-8941, ext. 2111.

Admission Requirements

Traditional Daytime Program

Freshman Admission Criteria
If you are attending college for the first time you are required to have:

Transfer Admission Criteria
If you have previously attended a college or university:

• Students with less than 24 hours of transferable credit must meetFreshman Admission Criteria
• Students with 24 hours of transferable credit must have a college GPA of 2.5 or higher

Adult Accelerated Program (for adults age 23 or older)

First Time College Student Admission Criteria
If you are attending college for the first time you are required to have:

• A High School GPA of 2.0 or higher or a GED score of 50 or higher
• An official copy of the high school transcript or GED test score report

Transfer Admission Criteria
If you have previously attended a college or university:

• Students with less than 24 hours of transferable credit must meetFirst Time College Student Admission Criteria
• Students with 24 hours of transferable credit must have a college GPA of 2.0 or higher

All Applicants

Official copies of college transcripts are required for each institution previously attended. ACT or SAT scores are not required of applicants who have been out of high school for five years or more.

If you do not meet these requirements, your application materials will be reviewed by our Undergraduate Admissions Committee. As part of this review process, your admissions counselor will request that you submit a personal statement, addressing your academic performance, highlighting your personal/professional achievements and sharing your life experiences as they relate to your pursuit of higher education.

Applying

1.  Undergraduate Application.
2. File your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.FAFSA.ed.gov or call 1-800-4-FED-AID for a paper copy. Financial aid applications completed by March 1st will be given first consideration. Spalding s school code is 001960.Contact our Financial Aid Counselors if you need assistance in completing the FAFSA application.
3. Submit official transcript(s) documents to the Admissions Office. Official transcripts are those sent directly to Spalding from the issuing institution.Copies of transcripts marked issued to student are not considered official.

• Freshmen (less than 24 hours of college coursework): Submit official high school transcript or present evidence of satisfactory scores from the test of General Education Development (GED) and ACT or SAT scores. ACT/SAT scores are not required of applicants who have been out of high school for five years or more. Submit official transcripts from each college and/or university previously attended.
• Transfer Students (more than 24 hours of college coursework): Submit official transcripts from each college and/or university previously attended. No test scores are required.
• Adult Accelerated Program Students (at least 23 years old): Submit official high school transcript or present evidence of satisfactory scores from the test of General Education Development (GED) and official transcripts from each college and/or university previously attended.

After you have been admitted

1. Submit the $100.00 non-refundable tuition deposit to the Admissions Office. This tuition deposit is due before you can register for classes. The deposit is credited toward your student account. (Deposit not required for Adult Accelerated Program Students)
2. Newly admitted students will be contacted by an admissions counselor to schedule their initial advising appointment .
3. Select your classes with assistance from your Academic Advisor.
4. Register for class.
5. Start Classes!

Admissions Office

Third Street Academic Center
845 South Third Street - Second Floor

(On east side of Third Street, between York & Breckinridge Streets)

Campus Map

Phone:
502.585.7111
800.896.8941 ext. 2111

 

Email:
admissions@spalding.edu

 

Mailing Address:

845 South Third Street

Louisville, KY  40203

 

Or fill out an Admissions Inquiry online. Be sure to include your name, address, phone number and the program you are interested in.

 

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