NKU StudentsAdmission Fee Policies
Degree-Seeking Students
Non-Degree-Seeking Students
Admission International Students
Selective Admission Program
Acceptance to University
Kentucky Pre-College Curriculum
Pre-College Curriculum
Status of Admission
NKU Adademy
Northern Exposure
Transfer Admissions and Credit Policies
Registration Via myNKU
Financial Aid and Scholarships

 

ADMISSIONS
APPLICATION FEE POLICIES

Paper applications for admission to the University must include a non-refundable $40.00 application fee. Students applying on-line must submit a non-refundable $25.00 application fee. The fee will be assessed for degree-seeking and non-degree-seeking students.

An applicant’s fee waiver request will be considered by the admissions director in instances of financial hardship if the request is accompanied by a letter from

  1. a high school counselor or principal;
  2. a Talent Search counselor or Upward Bound official;
  3. a member of NKU Student Support Services;
  4. the State of Kentucky (Certification of Financial Assistance)
  5. ACT/SAT application fee waiver request. The applicant’s request for a waiver and letter of recommendation for fee waiver must be submitted with the application for admission.

Students from the Greater Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and Universities and the Southwestern Ohio Council for Higher Education are not charged the application fee.

An application for admission will not be processed until NKU receives the application fee or the fee waiver is approved. Correspondence regarding the application fee requirement will be sent to all applicants failing to submit the fee.

Alumni who have earned bachelor’s degrees from NKU will have the application fee waived for post-bachelor’s or graduate applications for admission. The application fee is also waived for spouses, or dependents of NKU faculty or staff who are eligible for a tuition waiver.

A student who has previously participated in the Early Enrollment or School Based Scholar program who is applying for admission to NKU immediately following graduation is not required to pay the application fee.

CONFIRMATION FEE

All first-time degree-seeking freshmen and transfer students who enroll in six or more credit hours must confirm their intention to enroll and pay a nonrefundable $75.00 confirmation fee by May 1st for summer and fall and December 1st for Spring. Students admitted after these deadlines must submit fee within 2 weeks after student is offered admission.

ADMISSION DEADLINES

Admission deadlines and credential requirements are listed on the following page. To facilitate the admission decision, students are strongly encouraged to apply and supply all credentials by the priority deadline for each semester. All posted deadlines are final. Requests for an exception to the admission deadline will be reviewed by the admission director. All students who want to be considered for scholarship opportunities (for each fall semester) must submit all required admission materials by the scholarship deadline of January 15.

DEGREE- SEEKING STUDENTS
ADMISSION CLASSIFICATIONS

Freshmen: Students who have not attempted coursework at a regionally accredited college or university (other than college courses earned while in high school). Final high school transcripts must be submitted upon graduation.

Transfer: Students who have attempted coursework for credit at a regionally accredited college or university. Students should be eligible to return to their previous institution(s) at the time of application. See “Sus pension” on page 34 if not eligible to return to previous institution. A transfer student with less than a 2.0 G.P.A.submit all necessary credentials for review of possible acceptance prior to the priority deadline listed on the following page. All necessary credentials for transfer students with a G.P.A. of 2.0 or higher admission must be submitted by August 1 for the fall semester, December 1 for the spring semester and May 1 for the summer semester. Transfers who do not submit all necessary credentials by the final deadlines may register as a non-degree student but will be ineligible to receive federal financial aid. If applicants choose to become degree-seeking during a subsequent semester, they must submit a new application for admission, an additional application fee, all required credentials, and must meet the deadline dates.

Readmission: For students who have attempted coursework at NKU but have not been enrolled during the four years preceding the semester in which the application is made to reenter the University. Admission standards in effect at first semester of entry will be applied. Graduation requirements will change to current-year catalog. Students who have been suspended must submit an undergraduate application no later than August 1 for the fall semester, December 1 for the spring semester, or May 1 for summer sessions. Students are required to meet with a dean must have the meeting prior to the admission deadline date. Refer to “Suspension” on page 34 for complete information. Readmission students with transfer credit must submit an official transcript with their application by August 1 for fall semester and December 1 for spring semester.

Post-bachelor: Students who have received a bachelor’s degree and intend to enroll for additional undergraduate credit as degree-seeking. All post-bachelor students must submit official transcripts from all instutitions previously attended.

Graduate: Students should request information from the Graduate Studies Office at 859-572-6364.

Home School and Independent Study: Students who are home schooled or completing their high school diploma through an independent study program must submit the credentials listed for freshman admission, except for the high school transcript from an accredited high school.

Additionally, the student must submit

  1. a notarized statement from the home school teacher detailing the content of the student’s home school curriculum, letter grades, and the duration of each course; and
  2. final home schooled transcript must be submitted upon graduation.

The following chart shows the different deadlines and credential requirements for degree-seeking students.

ADMISSION DEADLINES AND CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR DEGREE-SEEKING STUDENTS
  FRESHMEN TRANSFER READMISSION POST-BACHELOR
DEADLINES FOR ADMISSION Early Action January 15
Priority May 1
Assured Consideration June 1st Final August 1 		Priority May 1
Assured Consideration June 1 Final August 1 		Priority May 1
Final August 1 		Assured Consideration June 1 Final August 1
FALL SEMESTER
SPRING SEMESTER Priority November 1
Final Day before classes begin 		Priority November 1
Final December 1 		Priority November 1
Final With transfer work December 1: otherwise Open Registration 		Priority November 1
Final Open Registration see Schedule of Classes
CREDENTIALS REQUIRED      
Application Fee Official High School Transcript/GED Scores
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (less than 24 semester hours transferred) 		Yes
Yes (unless previously sent) 		Yes, unless NKU graduate
No
Official American College Test (ACT), Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT), or COMPASS (writing, algebra, and reading scores)
Yes
Yes (less than 24 semester hours transferred) Yes (unless previously sent) No
Official College Transcript(s) from each institution attended
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes (indicating Bachelor’s degree)
ADMISSION CLASSIFICATIONS FOR NON-DEGREE SEEKING STUDENTS

Students who initially apply as non-degree and re-apply as degree seeking are held to the current academic policies and admission standards.

Early Enrollment: Students in high school who wish to enroll for courses at NKU’s Highland Heights campus. A 3.25 (on a 4.0 scale) high school GPA, an ACT composite of 20 or above or SAT composite of 1020 or above and permission from the guidance counselor are required for admission. Interested students should contact the Office of Admissions for additional information and an Early Enrollment application. A student who has attended NKU previously as an early-enrollment student must resubmit a completed and approved Permission to Enroll Form for each subsequent term for which he/she desires to enroll as an early enrollment student. If the student wishes to become degree-seeking, he/she must submit a new application for admission and the required credentials for freshman admission. The application fee is waived for an early enrollment student who applies to NKU immediately following graduation from high school. Note: Enrollment generally is restricted to seniors with exceptions permitted for non-seniors enrolled in “advanced” high school courses in mathematics (calculus or above), the sciences (second year of physics, chemistry, or biology), or foreign languages (third-year or above). Application available at: http://admissions.nku.edu/application/earlyenrollment.php.

School Based Scholars Program: Students can earn up to 12 college level credit hours taking classes at a high school, the Covington Campus, or the Grant County Center for a reduced rate of $150 per class (does not include the cost of textbooks). Classes are taught by NKU professors. For more information on the program, see: http://nku.edu/School-Based Scholars Program.html. The application fee is waived for a school based scholar student who applies to NKU immediately following graduation from high school.

Non-Degree: Students who do not intend to enter a degree program at the time of application. Student must have a high school diploma or GED. A maximum of 36 semester hours earned as a non-degree seeking student may be applied to a degree earned at NKU. Non-degree students are not eligible to receive federal financial aid or veteran’s benefits. Students may request academic advising from the Academic Advising Resource Center. (AARC). Students who choose to become degree-seeking at a later date must submit a new application for admission, pay an additional application fee, submit all required credentials, and must meet the appropriate admission deadline. Admission deadlines and credential requirements are listed below. Students are strongly encouraged to apply and supply all required credentials by the priority deadline for each semester to facilitate the admission process. Requests for an exception to admission deadline will be reviewed by the admissions director.

Non-Degree Post-Bachelor: Students who have received a bachelor’s degree and intend to enroll for additional undergraduate credit as non-degree seeking.

Visiting (Transient): Students who attend another college or university, but wish to enroll at NKU for one semester. Students are responsible for having coursework approved by the institution to which the work will be transferred. Visiting students, except for ones who enroll through the Greater Cincinnati Consortium of Colleges and Universities, may not enroll at NKU for more than one consecutive semester. Summer terms are not considered a consecutive semester.

     
CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-DEGREE-SEEKING STUDENTS
Non-degree students are not eligible to receive veteran’s benefits or federal financial aid. Non-degree students are eligible for academic advising and may be eligible for alternative forms of financial aid. Contact Financial Assistance at 859-572-5143 for other options. If these applicants choose to become degree-seeking at a later date, they must submit a new application for admission, an additional application fee, all required credentials, and must meet the appropriate deadline dates.
CREDENTIALS REQUIRED EARLY ENROLLMENT/ SCHOOL BASED SCHOLARS NON-DEGREE POST-BACHELOR VISITING
Application and Application Fee Yes Yes Yes Yes (No fee if consortium)
Early Admit Form Yes* No No No
Official High School Transcript Yes No No No
Official College Transcripts No No - unless needed for pre-requisite No - unless needed for pre-requisite No - unless needed for pre-requisite
ACT or SAT Official Score Report Yes No - unless needed for pre-requisite No - unless needed for pre-requisite No - unless needed for pre-requisite
Deadline for Admission Fall Final - August 1 Spring Priority - December 1 Winter Priority - December 1 Summer - May 1 Fall Final - August 1 Spring Priority - December 1 Winter Priority - December 1 Summer - May 1 Fall Final - August 1 Spring Priority - December 1 Winter Priority - December 1 Summer - May 1 Fall Final - August 1 Spring Priority - December 1 Winter Priority - December 1 Summer - May 1
* See application fee statement above.
ADMISSION CLASSIFICATIONS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International Students (Non-Immigrant F-1 Status): Students should apply with the Office of International Students and Scholars (University Center 366) at least four months before the beginning of the semester for which they wish to enroll. In general, applicants will be admitted only after they have documented that they have acceptable academic credentials. Students may be conditionally admitted to a degree program contingent upon the successful completion of level VI of the American English Language Program (AELP). Certain level VI students may be granted special permission to enroll in a credit-bearing class along with the ESL coursework. The SAT exam may be required from students from certain countries depending on U.S. consulate procedures. In either case, those individuals will be so advised by the University.

Specific credentials required:

  1. international application for undergraduate admission;
  2. declaration and certification of finances;
  3. official transcripts of secondary work (or appropriate certificates of examination) AND certified English translations if applicable;
  4. an official transcript from each college or university attended AND certified English translations if applicable;
    1. all international students must prove English proficiency. Any one of the following will satisfy the English Proficiency requirement for admission:
      1. submit an official score report of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) taken within the last two years. The minimum TOEFL scores to be considered for admission are: computer based—173 or paper-based—500 or internetbased-61;
      2. present documentation of having satisfactorily completed Freshman Composition I at an American college in the U.S. and have an overall acceptable grade point average. Nonnative speakers of English may still be asked to take the TOEFL if it has been several years since taking the English courses and/or if the student has returned to his/her home country;
      3. present documentation of having successfully completed Level 109 at an ELS Language Center in the U.S.;
      4. submit a score on the verbal portion of the ACT or SAT taken within the last two years. The minimum scores to be considered for admission are: ACT—18 or SAT—480;
      5. submit an official score from the International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) taken within the last two years. The minimum IELTS scores to be considered for admission are: Band of 5.0; or
      6. complete level IV of the AELP program.

Undergraduate students who have presented documentation showing that they meet or exceed the graduate level requirement in a. or e. above are not required to take any additional English placement tests prior to registration, but the individual department may request that the student do so. However, any international student who presents documentation below the graduate level requirement in a. or e. above will be placed in ENG 110 and possibly ENG 112, if applicable.

International Students (Non-Immigrant, Non F-1 Status): Students should apply with the Office of International Students/Scholars (UC 366) by submitting an international student application (if applicable), transcripts as described in section for Non-Immigrant F-1 Status students, and meet the English proficiency requirements as described above.

Students should apply through the International Admissions Office (UC 366) and meet the foreign transcript and English proficiency requirements as set out in Non-Immigrant F-1 Status student section, in addition to all domestic admissions requirements. Undergraduate permanent residents and certain other visa types (H-1, H-4, L-1, L-2, F-2, E1, E2, M-1, J-2 or TN) including U.S. citizens whose primary language is not English should file the standard application for admission and will be required to take the NKU-administered Michigan Test of English Language Proficiency. In this case, unless the student has presented documentation of a., b., c., d., or e. above, the Michigan Test is a requirement in order to be considered for admission. The application for admission must be on file in order to take the Michigan test and have the scores processed. Please note that if admission is denied because the Michigan Test score is too low, the application fee cannot be refunded. Exceptions to the Michigan Test requirement for undergraduate students in this category are the same as those seeking F-1 student status. See above.

Exchange Students (Non-Immigrant J-1)

The Office of International Programs (OIP) receives the notification of their selection as an NKU exchange student from their home institution. OIP then begins the J-1 visa process and collects all application materials which is then forwarded to the International Admissions Office.

 

International Transfer Applicants: Students must submit certified English translations if applicable. Please contact Office of International Students/ Scholars (UC 366) at 859-572-6517 or see http://oiss.nku.edu for more information.

SELECTIVE ADMISSION PROGRAMS

Admission to the University does not ensure acceptance into the following selective admission degree programs. Students interested in applying to these programs should contact the School of Nursing and Health Professions or College of Education and Human Services for program application materials. Students must be accepted for admission to the University and submit the selective application and necessary credentials by the following deadlines for each selective program:

School of Nursing and Health Professions

Nursing
   January 31

Radiologic Technology
   February 15 (priority)

Respiratory Care
   February 15 (priority)

Bachelor of Health Science at Cincinnati Children’s Medical Center
   Fall August 1
   Spring December 1
   Summer May 1

College of Education and Human Services
          Athletic Training
             October 31

Several other programs at NKU practice selective admissions but do not require an application. These programs admit students as pre-majors or undeclared until they have met program requirements.

ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNIVERSITY

Northern Kentucky University has implemented admission standards which will limit the number of students accepted. Therefore, it is recommended that you apply for admission early. Because an admission decision cannot be made until the application fee, all transcripts, and/or national test scores have been received, it is in your best interest to submit these materials and your application for admission by January 15 for fall semester and November 1 for spring semester enrollment.

KENTUCKY PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM

The Kentucky Pre-College Curriculum (PCC) is defined by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) as a prescribed set of high school courses required for admission to an associate or baccalaureate degree program at a Kentucky public institution. Students under 21 years of age or transfer students with less than 24 transferable semester credit hours must complete the PCC to apply for admission as degree-seeking students. According to the CPE, the PCC better prepares students for college-level work and reflects high school graduation requirements. All out-of-state students must adhere to PCC requirements. Students who are admitted to the University must complete courses to remediate all deficiencies. Specific courses have been designed to remediate PCC deficiencies in math, English, and foreign language areas.

A student with a PCC deficiency who has an ACT or SAT score in the top 60% nationally for English, mathematics, or science subject areas will not be judged to have a PCC deficiency in these areas.

PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM

PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM
English/Language Arts - 4 credits required
Mathematics - 3 credits required Algebra I Geometry Algebra II (see note below on substitutions)
Science - 3 credits required Credits to include life science, physical science and earth/space science (at least one lab course)
Social Studies - 3 credits required
Health -1/2 credit required
Physical Education - 1/2 credit required
History and Appreciation of Visual, Performing Arts - 1 credit required History and appreciation of visual and performing arts or another arts course that incorporates such content
Foreign Language - 2 credits required or demonstrated competency in the same foreign language
Electives - 5 credits required (3 rigorous) Recommended strongly: 1 or more courses that develop computer literacy
Total Credits - 22
A student may substitute an integrated, applied, Interdisciplinary, or higher-level course within a program of study if the substituted course offers the same or greater academic rigor, and the course covers or exceeds the minimum required content. Rigorous electives should have academic content at least as challenging as that in courses required in the minimum high school graduation requirements. These electives should be in social studies, science, math, English and language arts, art and humanities, foreign language, and, above the introductory level, in agriculture, industrial technology, business, marketing, family and consumer sciences, health sciences, and technology education and career pathways. Electives in physical education and health are limited to one-half unit each.
STATUS OF ADMISSIONS

As part of the admission process, the Office of Admissions evaluates a student’s admission status for every degree-seeking freshman and for students who are transferring to NKU with fewer than 24 semester hours. The purpose of this evaluation is to determine the student’s preparation for college level coursework. The evaluation focuses on meeting the Pre-College Curriculum (PCC) high school coursework in all areas but especially the student’s high school coursework in English, mathematics, reading, science, social studies and foreign language. Also evaluated are the highest ACT, SAT or COMPASS exam scores, college transcripts, and high school Grade Point Average (GPA) and/or class rank. These areas are evaluated to determine if the student meets the minimum requirements set forth by Northern Kentucky University and the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education.

ADMISSION STATUS

Students are admitted to NKU in one of the following two categories: regular admission or admission with conditions.

Regular Admission Requirements:

A. Graduate from an accredited high school with a minimum cumulative high school grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale (high school rank of top 60% will be accepted in lieu of the 2.0 GPA requirement); or

  1. receive a general equivalency diploma; or
  2. complete an approved home-school or distance learning high school program.

B. Achieve a minimum ACT composite score of 20, English, Math, Reading subject scores of 18 or above, or minimum SAT composite score of 940 or higher with Math 430 and Reading 480.

C. Complete the Kentucky Pre-College Curriculum

D. Submit the official copy of the final high school transcript or GED exam results.

E. Submit official copies of all college transcripts (if applicable).

Admission with Conditions:

Admission with conditions may be granted to students who do not meet the current criteria for regular admission. Conditionally admitted students may be required to take a limited course load for their first semester, must participate in one academic support program, and achieve academic good standing at completion of their initial semester with no grade below a C.

The limited course load and mandatory academic support may be continued if students are not in good standing after their initial semester. Conditionally admitted students may be ineligible to declare a major.

Students not Admitted

Students who score below 18 on the English, Math and Reading sections of the ACT or have a combination of 3 low ACT scores and PCC deficiencies will not be admitted unless they have a high school grade point average of 3.0 or higher or have a class rank in the top 30 percent. Applicants who do not meet the standards have the opportunity to be admitted with conditions if they apply and successfully complete the NKU academy.

NKU ACADEMY

The NKU Academy is designed specifically for first-time undergraduate students who would not otherwise be admitted to Northern Kentucky University. NKU Academy scholars will be identified from those applicants who have not met our requirements for admission, yet are deemed capable of developing the knowledge, skills, and habits necessary for success in college. Admitting these students through the NKU Academy enhances access to higher education as well as the likelihood for student success.

NKU Academy scholars engage in a rigorous 5-week summer program that includes a choice of two courses from the following: Reading Workshop (LAP 091), Writing Workshop (ENG 090), and either Beginning Algebra (MAHD 095) or Basic Mathematical Skills (MAHD 090) as well as one credit hour of UNV 101 Orientation to College and Beyond. In addition to daily classes, participants will also:

  • Attend daily academic assistance sessions
  • Attend required peer tutoring sessions
  • Develop study habits and interpersonal skills
  • Begin the process of career exploration
  • Have regular contact with caring faculty and staff
  • Meet with academic advisors to plan a course of study
  • Engage in activities designed to familiarize them with campus facilities and resources
  • Have fun and make friends

NKU Academy participants who meet all requirements of the program become eligible to continue as degree-seeking students in the fall semester. Students will continue receiving support to facilitate their success in their first college year.

To be considered for the program, individuals are encouraged to apply by March 1st. Space in the program is limited. For more information, contact The Office of First-Year Programs, phone 859-572-5913.

PRE-COLLEGE CURRICULUM NECESSARY FOR PLACEMENT

FALL 2009
English- 4 credits English I, II, III, and IV or AP English
Mathematics - 3 credits Algebra I, II and Geometry * see below for substitutes
Foreign Language (2004) - 2 credits 2 credits of same foreign language** see below

Students deficient in Pre-College Curriculum are required to take college-level courses in deficient areas. There are no challenge tests for PCC deficiencies.

*A student may substitute an integrated, applied, interdisciplinary, or higher-level course within a program of study if the substituted course offers the same or greater academic rigor and the course covers or exceeds the minimum required content.

**All students entering Northern Kentucky University in or after the fall semester of 2004 who graduated from high school in the spring of 2004 or later and whose high school transcripts do not indicate that they either met or were exempted from the pre-college foreign language admission requirement must remove their admissions deficiency by completing one semester of a foreign language sequence offered at NKU.

REMEDIATING KENTUCKY PCC AND ACT DEFICIENCIES

Students with any academic deficiency, ACT/SAT or Pre-College Curriculum, will be required to enroll each semester in at least one course that fulfills an academic deficiency until all academic deficiencies are successfully completed.

Students must successfully complete all academic deficiencies prior to completing 45 earned hours. Should students fail to complete all academic deficiencies by 45 earned hours, they will not be permitted to continue enrollment at NKU. Students may attend another college to take courses which meet their academic deficiencies and then later return to NKU to finish their degree.

 
TEST SCORES AND PLACEMENT TEST REQUIREMENTS FALL 2009
COURSE
ACT Score (after 10/89) PLACEMENT
English
18 or higher College Ready
17 or lower lacement Test Required
Math
19 or higher College Ready
18 or lower Placement Test Required
Reading
20 or higher College Ready
19 or lower Placement Test Required
COURSE
SAT Scores PLACEMENT
English/Writing
430 or higher College Ready
English/Verbal (if no writing, use verbal score to determine English placement)
480 or higher College Reading
470 or lower Placement Test Required
Math
460 or higher College Ready
450 or lower Placement Test Required
Reading
480 or higher >College Reading
470 or lower Placement Test Required
COURSE
Compass Scores PLACEMENT
English
74 or higher College Ready
73 or lower Placement Test Required
Math
41 or higher College Ready
40 or lower Placement Test Required
Reading
84 or higher College Ready
83 or lower Placement Test Required
Test Scores Needed for Placement into RDG 110 (Student does NOT pass Reading Placement Test)
ACT
18, 19
SAT
450, 460, 470
Compass
78-83

NORTHERN EXPOSURE: NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION PROGRAM

The New Student Orientation Program is mandatory for traditional undergraduate first-time students. The program is designed to initiate an enduring connection between the students, their families, and the NKU community. Through interactive experiences, students will become informed and skilled consumers of academic programs and comprehensive services offered by NKU. The two-day, one night, program will allow students to become familiar with academic departments, register for classes, and learn about the variety of services and leadership opportunities available to them as an NKU student. Invitations will be sent to students based on their acceptance date and receipt of confirmation fee. Students are encouraged to attend an early Orientation Program to take advantage of the best selection of available courses.

In addition to the two-day, one night, program, transfer and non-traditional students will have the option to attend a half-day Orientation Program which highlights academic and student support services. Advising and course registration takes place directly within the student’s major department. It is not included as part of the transfer/non-traditional student orientation program.

For more information, dates, and schedules of the programs, please log onto the orientation website at http://www.nku.edu/~orientation , or contact the Assistant Dean of Students for Student Orientation and Parent Programs at 859-572-1967.

NKU’S TRANSFER ADMISSION AND CREDIT POLICIES

It is the official policy of NKU that transfer students must submit their official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions they have previously attended. NKU begins the admissions process for transfer students after an application is completed, and application fee is paid, and after transcripts are received from all previously attended institutions. Transfer students currently enrolled in courses at any post-secondary institution (not NKU) will have one semester in which to provide final, official transcript(s) showing all grades/credits earned.

What coursework will transfer?

Once all official transcripts are received, NKU completes a course-by-course evaluation of a student’s transfer coursework. Only coursework from a regionally accredited institution or an institution that has a formal articulation agreement with NKU is evaluated to award transfer credit.

Effective fall 2009, coursework completed at a regionally accredited institution with a grade of D- or higher will be evaluated. Students that have never attended NKU will receive credit hours only for courses transferred; grades and grade point averages will not transfer and will not be calculated in the NKU GPA. Courses evaluated as remedial or developmental in content will not be considered for credit.

Articulation Agreements

Students should note on their admission application if they are following an articulation agreement from any institution with which NKU has a formal articulation agreement. Students should alert their academic advisor if following a formal approved articulation agreement.

Suggestions for Transfer Students

  1. An official transcript should be sent that includes coursework completed up to application date. Transfer students currently enrolled in courses at any post-secondary institution (not NKU) will have one semester to provide a final, official transcript showing all grades/credits earned.
  2. Students who attend a college/university and whose coursework is more than five years old, should also submit course descriptions or a catalog from that year in order to expedite the evaluation process.
  3. Only official transcripts from regionally accredited institutions or institutions with approved articulation agreements will be evaluated for transfer credit.
  4. It takes time to accurately evaluate transcripts. Allow at least three weeks for the evaluation of credentials.
  5. Students should request that the Kentucky Transfer Policy (KTP) certifications be included on official transcript.
  6. Students with Military, CLEP or AP credit should submit their official transcripts to the Office of the Registrar. Students with coursework from the Community College of the Air Force should submit official transcripts to the Office of Admissions.
  7. Although not required for admission purposes, students are encouraged to submit ACT/SAT scores to meet selective admission requirements and to meet course prerequesites.

REGISTRATION VIA myNKU

www.nku.edu Click on Quick Links

For additional information contact the Registrar’s Office.

Lucas Administrative Center 301

http://www.nku.edu

Fax: 859-572-6094

E-mail: registrar@nku.edu

Students have remote access to their NKU accounts via myNKU, a web-based system. Information/services available include: bursar account summary, grades, class schedules, course descriptions, class section availability, credit card payment, official and unofficial transcripts,

degree audits, and course registration/drop/add. Prior to registering for classes, many students are required to consult with an academic advisor. Consult the Schedule of Classes for requirements.

Students not in good academic standing will not have access to register through myNKU (web). Students on academic probation must first see their academic advisor. After obtaining registration approval from their academic advisor, students on academic probatio MUST receive approval from their academic dean’s office prior to attempting to register for classes. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Students advised by the Academic Advising Resource Center (AARC) obtain their “dean’s approval” from AARC.

ADMISSION: STUDENTS OVER 65 (DONOVAN’S SCHOLARS)

Kentucky residents 65 years of age or older may, without payment of application fees or tuition, pursue credited coursework at Northern Kentucky University for a degree or for personal enrichment. Non-credited courses are not included in this benefit. Upon applying for admission, students must submit proof of age.

RESIDENCY

Students are notified of their residency status when they are admitted to the University. Residency status is determined in accordance with the Council on Postsecondary Education’s Classification of Residency for Admission and Tuition Assessment Purposes. This policy can be found under “KENTUCKY RESIDENCY POLICY (excerpts)” on page 278 of this catalog. Students who wish to appeal the initial determination of residency for tuition purposes may request a residency affidavit from the Office of the Registrar to initiate this process.

ON-CAMPUS HOUSING REQUIREMENT

Unless qualifying for an exemption, new freshman students will be required to live on campus. Additional information regarding this requirement may be obtained on the web at http://housing.nku.edu or by contact ing University Housing at 859-572-5676.

HOUSING

Norse Commons 101 859-572-5676 Fax: 859-572-6099 housing@nku.edu OR VISIT http://housing.nku.edu.

University Housing provides housing services for single students who live on-campus during the school year. The facilities contain traditional residence hall rooms as well as apartment-style living, lobby areas, information desks, computer lab, televisions, vending areas, loft/study areas, and space for student recreation. The Residential Housing Association (RHA) represents resident students to the Office of University Housing and to the Student Government Association. RHA serves as a sponsor of Residential Village events and reviews and recommends University policy changes.

To be eligible for student housing, you must be a regularly enrolled student with a minimum of 12 credit hours at Northern Kentucky University or KCTCS Gateway Community and Technical College. Special approval may be granted by the Director of Housing for students who are enrolled in 6 or more credit hours at NKU or Gateway. Consideration will be based on GPA, ACT, and academic progress.

FINANCIAL AID AND SCHOLARSHIPS

FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION

You must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The Title IV code for NKU is 009275.

The FAFSA can be completed using the internet at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

Students who wish to apply for a summer term should contact the NKU Office of Student Financial Assistance for a summer application. E-mail ofa@nku.edu.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships available at Northern Kentucky University are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and/or artistic talent. For a complete listing of all undergraduate scholarships at Northern Kentucky University, view the scholarship listing at www.nku.edu/~ofa. The scholarship appli cation deadline is February 1 of the academic year. Students who wish to be considered for scholarships must also complete the admissions application requirements by February 1.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

International students are not eligible for Federal financial aid. International students maybe eligible for University-sponsored scholarships listed on the financial assistance website at http://www.nku.edu/~ofa/. Please note any citizenship or residency requirements.

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Students eligible for the Federal Work-Study program have the opportunity for employment in designated community service positions. The community service positions are both on and off-campus and range from childcare development to tutoring in schools.

APPLICATION PRIORITY DATES

To be considered for aid for the academic year or for fall semester only, >SUBMIT THE REQUIREMENT FORM BY MARCH 1.

Applications submitted after the priority date will be considered if funds are available.

TERM PRIORITY DATE
Fall Semester March 1
Spring Semester November 1
Summer February 1

Complete the application form correctly—errors will delay the processing and could affect eligibility for receiving assistance.

AWARD NOTIFICATION

If you submit your application materials on time and according to the instructions, you will receive notices from three different sources: the federal government, the Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority (KHEAA), and NKU.

The federal government will send you a Student Aid Report (SAR) informing you of your eligibility for a Pell Grant.

KHEAA will send you a notice indicating your eligibility for a KHEAA CAP Grant. Receipt of this notice does not guarantee that you are eligible for the KHEAA CAP Grant to attend NKU.

NKU will notify you once your financial aid award has been posted to Norse Express. This will include an estimate of your Pell Grant and KHEAA CAP Grant and any other financial aid for which you are eligible (i.e. student loans, etc.). Some financial aid awards will be made before residence hall assignments; thus, your financial aid award may not reflect true expenses for the academic year. If you feel that you may fall in this category, please contact our office in person (preferable) or in writing after you receive your residence hall assignment.

It is important for you to understand that all financial aid awards are dependent upon institutional, private, state, and/or federal funding. Although we fully intend to be able to adequately fund any commitments which are made to you, circumstances can change. Notification of any change to financial aid awards will be sent to the student.

Remember, even if you are notified you are ineligible for a Pell Grant or KHEAA CAP Grant, you may be eligible for assistance through other aid programs. Various types of financial aid to NKU students can be found on the financial aid website at http://financialaid.nku.edu.

If you want additional information concerning the financial aid process, please contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance, AC 416, or visit our web site at http://financialaid.nku.edu or e-mail at ofa@nku.edu.

 

 

 

 

 

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