Admissions Policies and Procedures

Applying for admission is your first step toward becoming a part of the Huntington University community. Prospective students can apply online at:  www.huntington.edu/apply

Regular admission requires completion of a standard college preparatory program. Applicants with alternative secondary education backgrounds will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee to assess their academic preparation. The recommended high school curriculum includes:

  •  Four years of English
  •  Two years of college preparatory mathematics
  •  Two years of science
  •  Three years of social studies, including American and world history

To complete the application process, applicants must:

  • Submit an application to the Office of Admissions
  • Request an official high school transcript be sent directly to Huntington University

Admission decisions are provisional until all required transcripts and records from previous institutions are received. Failure to report prior academic history may result in dismissal. Students cannot attend classes without providing complete official records of all previous post-secondary coursework.

Huntington University is test-optional. Applicants may submit standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, or CLT) but are not required to do so. It may be required based on a program of interest. Those who choose not to submit test scores must complete an essay as part of the application. Admission evaluations consider multiple factors, including high school academic performance, test scores (if submitted), essays, and alignment with Huntington University’s values and mission.

Applicants with a high school GPA below 3.0 who do not submit test scores may be reviewed by the Admissions Committee. Students with a GPA between 2.0 and 2.3 who apply test-optional will also be reviewed for admission consideration.

Once all application materials have been received applicants will be notified of their admission status by the Office of Admissions. Students who do not meet minimum admission criteria may be considered for the Bridge Program or encouraged to demonstrate academic success at another institution before reapplying.

Admissions Requirements

Huntington University operates on a rolling admissions basis, and students are encouraged to apply at least one month before the start of their intended term. A $200 student deposit, refundable until May 1, confirms enrollment intentions.

Regular admission requirements include:

  • High school graduation with a minimum 2.3 GPA in a college preparatory program
     
  • One of the following:
    •  SAT score of at least 940
    • ACT score of at least 18
    •  Satisfactory writing sample
       
  • Or Test Optional
     
  • Essay is submitted with the application.

Students who do not meet these criteria but have a GPA of at least 2.0 or rank in the upper half of their class may be reviewed for conditional admission and required to enroll in the Bridge Program. Academic references may be requested for students not meeting regular admission standards.

International Students

International applicants must additionally demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following exams:

  • TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 75
  • IELTS: Minimum score of 6.0
  • Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 105

Students who meet all academic requirements but do not meet English proficiency standards may have their admission deferred until they demonstrate adequate language skills.

Athletic Participation

Student-athletes must meet Huntington University’s admission requirements and NAIA eligibility standards. To compete, they must complete the NAIA registration process at play.mynaia.org.

Nontraditional Applicants and/or GED Completion

Applicants over 25 or those with nontraditional educational backgrounds, such as a GED, will be evaluated by the Admissions Committee based on exam scores, life experiences, and other relevant factors.

Huntington University does not discriminate based on race, class, sex, or age in its admissions policies, educational programs, or student services.