Membership Directory Fall 2020 Edition
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Arizona State University 5 Augustana College 6 Baylor University 8 Beloit College 9 Bowling Green State University 11 Bradley University 13 Butler University 15 Central College 17 Central Michigan University 18 College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University 19 Colorado State University 20 Cornell College 21 Creighton University 22 Drake University 233 Eastern Illinois University 244 Ferris State University 266 FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 277 Grand Valley State University 288 Hope College 29 Illinois State University 300 Indiana State University 322 Indiana University Bloomington 333 Iowa State University 355 IUPUI 366 Johnson & Wales University 377 Kalamazoo College 38 Kansas State University 39 Kent State University 400 Kirkwood Community College 411 Knox College 422 Lawrence Technological University 433 Lawrence University 444 Lincoln College 455 Luther College 46
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 2 www.carrnet.org Marquette University 47 Miami University 49 Michigan State University 50 Michigan Technological University 50 Monmouth College 523 Northern Michigan University 544 The Ohio State University 555 Ohio University 57 Ohio Wesleyan University 58 Penn State University 59 Providence College 60 Purdue University 622 Purdue University Northwest 644 Saint Louis University 65 Saint Mary's College 66 Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 68 Southern Illinois University Carbondale 69 Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville 71 Spring Hill College 72 St. Ambrose University 73 St. Norbert College 75 Syracuse University 77 Texas A&M University 78 Texas Christian University 79 Trine University 80 University College Dublin 81 The University of Alabama 83 The University of Arizona 85 University of Arkansas 87 University of Cincinnati 89 University of Dayton 91 University of Denver 93 University of Illinois at Springfield 95 University of Illinois Urbana Champaign 97 University of Iowa 99 University of Kansas 1011
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 3 www.carrnet.org University of Kentucky 1022 University of Louisville 10404 University of Maryland 10505 University of Massachusetts Lowell 106 University of Michigan 107 University of Missouri 109 University of Nebraska-Lincoln 11111 The University of Oklahoma 11313 University of Oregon 11515 University of Pittsburgh 11717 University of Rochester 11818 The University of South Alabama 11919 University of South Carolina 12121 University of Vermont 122 Valparaiso University 123 Wabash College 125 Wartburg College 126 Western Illinois University 12727 Xavier University 12929
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 4 www.carrnet.org Arizona State University
Location Tempe, Arizona
Founded 1886
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.asu.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.asu.edu/about/fall-2020 Undergraduate Student 70,000 Enrollment
Chelsea Pflug (480) 390-1992 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Jessica Lang [email protected] (480) 594-0384 School Contact Info 1151 S. Forest Ave, Tempe, Arizona 85287-0112 United States
Business Engineering Key Programs Journalism Nursing Fine Arts
Tuition: $36,000 Costs Room & Board: $14,000
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application Assured Admission is, all of the following with A "C" or above in each subject: -Math, 4 years -English, 4 years -Lab Science, 3 years -Foreign Language- 2 years Admissions Requirements -Social Science, 2 years (including one year of American History) -Fine Art of CTE, 1 year AND, ONE of the following: -3.0 core unweighted GPA -1180 SAT -24 ACT For admission purposes, we are test optional. For merit scholarship consideration, we are not. However, we are currently still reviewing our criteria for scholarship review and don't yet have Test Optional Status an official decision on whether or not we will continue to require test scores for merit review or admission to our nursing school. Application & Scholarship Rolling admission, regular decision Deadlines 1) We have every single state represented in our student body, with over 130 different nations represented as well. Important Facts 2) 40% out of state student population 3) Very well-known and highly regarded honors college, Barrett Honors College.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 5 www.carrnet.org Augustana College
Location Rock Island, IL
Founded 1860
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.augustana.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.augustana.edu/augustana-strong Undergraduate Student 2,600 Enrollment
Courtney Wallace (708) 710-9288 [email protected]
Christian Brown Regional Contact Info (312) 448-4834 [email protected]
Rachel O'Connell (630) 470-5988 [email protected]
School Contact Info 639 38th Street, Rock Island, IL 61201-2296 United States
Pre-Health Education Key Programs Business Psychology Communication Science and Disorders
Tuition: $45,136 Costs Room & Board: $11,216
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admission is selective. We believe that a student's GPA is the biggest predictor of their success in college. Our admission practices include taking an holistic review approach to each student’s application for admissions where we will do a thorough review of their rigor of courses, involvement, recommendation letters, demonstrated interest, and overall ability to match well with our academic environment. We strongly encourage students to interview with their Admissions Requirements admissions counselor either prior to or after submitting an application for admission as this helps us to further get to know the applicant. Additionally, each student's transcript will be evaluated to determine their unweighted, recalculated GPA using 16 core classes in English, mathematics, social science, laboratory science, and foreign language. This GPA along with our holistic practices as detailed above will be used to determine admissions and academic scholarship eligibility. The majority of admitted students will have a recalculated GPA of 3.0 or higher. Augustana College has been test optional since 2007. Our institutional research shows that ACT and SAT test scores don't supersede the academic performance of prospective students, nor do standardized test scores predict your future success in college. For fall 2021 applications, ACT Test Optional Status and SAT scores will be considered supplemental materials. Scores will only be considered if an applicant self-reports them or sends a score to Augustana directly from the testing agency. Students who apply test-optional will still be fully eligible for academic scholarships.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 6 www.carrnet.org Early Decision (binding): November 1st Application & Scholarship Early Action (non-binding): November 1st Deadlines Regular Decision - April 1st
- Augie Choice: Gives $2,000 to every student for an internship, research or study abroad. Important Facts - Recent recipient of the Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from INSIGHT Into Diversity.
- Augustana is excited to announce the addition of women's wrestling, and men's and women's water polo. Updates - Data analytics and Kinesiology are our newest majors being added to our 90 existing majors and areas of study. - Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology - Now accepting apps from high school seniors for direct admit.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 7 www.carrnet.org Baylor University
Location Waco, TX
Founded 1845
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.baylor.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.baylor.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 14,100 Enrollment
Edian Castro Rivera Regional Contact Info (312) 344-0599 [email protected]
School Contact Info One Bear Place, Waco, TX 76798 United States
Biology Business Key Programs Engineering Nursing Aviation Sciences
Tuition: $47,564 Costs Room & Board: $13,415
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- Application - Official Transcript - Essay Admissions Requirements - Test Scores (optional) - Two letters of recommendation (optional) - Resume (optional) - Short Answer (optional)
Yes. Student will still be considered for merit scholarship and admissions without test scores. If Test Optional Status student decides to submit tests, we superscore both SAT and ACT. Application & Scholarship November 2: Early Action/Early Decision 1; February 1: Regular Decision/Early Decision 2 Deadlines
- 72% acceptance into medical schools Important Facts - 100% job place for Entrepreneurship majors - 98% job placement for nursing
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 8 www.carrnet.org Beloit College
Location Beloit, WI
Founded 1846
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.beloit.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.beloit.edu/offices/health-wellness-center/covid-19-information/ Undergraduate Student 1,150 Enrollment
Carin Smith Regional Contact Info (608) 363-2171 [email protected]
School Contact Info 700 College St, Beloit, WI 53511-5509 United States
Anthropology Business & Economics Key Programs Creative Writing Education & Youth Studies Data Analytics & Science
Tuition: $53,348 Costs Room & Board: $9,688
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
• Common Application • Official Transcript – most students offered admission have a solid “B” average in a strong Admissions Requirements college prep curriculum • Secondary School Report (counselor recommendation) • One recommendation from an academic subject teacher • Admission Counselor meeting/interview is recommended Beloit practices test-optional admission policies. Submitters & non-submitters are offered Test Optional Status admission at similar rates and roughly 25% of all applicants apply test-optional. This does not interfere with or diminish any scholarship awarding.
Application & Scholarship • Early Decision – November 1; Dec. 1 notification • Early Action I – November 1; December 1 notification • Early Action II – December 1; January 1 notification • Regular Decision – January Deadlines 15, rolling notification
• Beloit is historically renowned for both the humanities and the sciences, for its accredited art and anthropology museums, its international education, and integrative first-year program. Important Facts • We are proudly a College That Changes Lives • Geographically located at the crossroads of 3 large Midwestern cities: Chicago, IL, Madison & Milwaukee, WI
• New Academic Calendar: We’re dividing each semester into two seven-and-a-half week Updates modules (Mods). Students will take 2 courses per Mod. Courses will be designed to respond to evolving social and environmental factors with more flexibility to engage in other life-changing experiences, from internships to trips, service learning to group projects.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 9 www.carrnet.org • Midwest Flagship Match: for prospective students who are residents of six Midwestern states, including Illinois, we’ll make sure that a student’s cost to attend Beloit will match or beat the tuition at their state’s flagship campus (University of Illinois). • Advanced Mentoring Program (AMP): Within 72 hours of committing to Beloit, students will connect with a faculty advisor—a caring, connected mentor who will welcome them into the community, share helpful resources, and walk them through the process of registering for their first classes. And AMP stays with students, offering specialized classes, personalized guidance, and an advisory group that serves as a community within the larger college community. • Career Channels: Inspired by our longstanding commitment to pragmatic education–and by our location along the channels of the Rock River—Channels is a kind of voluntary apprenticeship in a 21st-century field, from health and healing to business and entrepreneurship. Students gain access to resources that expand and deepen their interests—internships and field experiences, alumni mentors and faculty advisors, on-campus events and off-campus opportunities.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 10 www.carrnet.org Bowling Green State University
Location Bowling Green, Ohio
Founded 1910
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.bgsu.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.bgsu.edu/coronavirus.html Undergraduate Student 16,000 Enrollment
Drew Small Regional Contact Info (312) 339-2359 [email protected]
School Contact Info 200 University Hall, Office of Admissions, Bowling Green, OH 43403 United States
Inclusive Early Childhood Education Business Key Programs Forensic Sciences (Biology and Chemistry) Sport Management Aviation
Tuition: $20,077 Costs Room & Board: $9,662
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements 2.5 cumulative GPA, 1040 SAT or 20 ACT
For the Fall 2021 entry term, we are allowing students to apply with a test waiver/test optional that will allow them to get an admission decision and qualify for merit-based scholarships Test Optional Status without a test score. More information can be found at this link: https://www.bgsu.edu/admissions/test-waiver-2020-21.html
Application & Scholarship Application for admission must be submitted by Jan 15, 2021 to qualify for merit-based Deadlines scholarships.
- BGSU offers fantastic merit-based scholarships and was recently recognized by US News and Report for offering over 90% of our out-of-state admits at least one merit-based scholarship. - BGSU is proud that 97 percent of graduates report they’re employed, in graduate school or Important Facts starting a business within six months of graduating. Our Career Center host workshops helping students with resumes and cover letters and organizes on-campus job fairs. - You are guaranteed an internship or experience through our Falcon Internship Preparation Program. Options include a clinical, co-op, study abroad trip, performance, undergraduate research and more.
- The Robert W. and Patricia A. Maurer Center, home to the Schmidthorst College of Business, is opening this fall (2020) for the first time. The new building will offer Updates innovative learning and studying spaces for students. - Bowling Green State University and Cedar Fair Entertainment Company has welcomed the first cohort studying Resort and Attraction Management in our newly build academic and residential building in downtown Sandusky, Ohio. Students will get hands on experience at
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 11 www.carrnet.org Cedar Point while getting top notch instruction from industry experts to finish out their degree. - Bowling Green State University has hired a new Chief Health Office, Ben Batey, who will be tasked with elevating the health, wellness of campus community. As the former health commissioner for the Wood County Health Department, Ben is going to be leading the COVID-19 response team helping with the reopening of campus and execution of policies to keep student safe. - Jennifer McCary has been appointed the Chief Diversity and Belonging Officer to lead our Division of Diversity and Belonging. The University's Division of Diversity and Belonging was created to build a campus climate that fosters an inclusive environment that promotes and nurtures diversity, empowers and supports people, and builds a community where all are welcomed, valued and affirmed.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 12 www.carrnet.org Bradley University
Location Peoria, IL
Founded 1897
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.bradley.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.bradley.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 4,600 Enrollment
Angie Cooksy (262) 891-3691 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Sarah Daugherty (630) 554-3952 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1501 W Bradley Ave, -, Peoria, IL 61625 United States
Business Communications and Fine Arts Key Programs Education and Health Sciences Engineering and Technology Liberal Arts and Sciences
Tuition: $35,480 Costs Room & Board: $11,280
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
The following is required for application review: Complete Application, Official High School Transcript, and Personal Statement. Recommendation letters are welcome but not required. For Admissions Requirements students enroling Fall 2021, test scores are optional. Middle 50% ACT score: 23-28; Middle 50% SAT score: 1000-1250 Average GPA: 3.59 on a 4.0 scale Beginning with students applying for Fall 2021 enrollment at Bradley University, undergraduate Test Optional Status applicants will no longer be required to submit standardized test scores, ACT or SAT, for admission or academic scholarship review.
Bradley University offers three admission periods for freshman fall applications: Early Action Jul 1 – Nov 1, Regular Nov 1 – Feb 1, and Extended Feb 1 – May 1. All application periods are Application & Scholarship Rolling Admission. Best consideration for admission and scholarships is provided during the Deadlines Early Action period. For students looking at programs in Nursing, Game Design, and Animation, it is strongly encouraged that the application is completed during the Early Action application period. Early Action at Bradley University is non-binding.
1. Bradley University is a top-ranked private university in Peoria, Illinois, that offers nearly 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students the opportunities and resources of a larger university and the personal attention and exceptional learning experience of a smaller college. Important Facts 2. Bradley's student/faculty ratio is 12:1 and 100 percent of Bradley classes are taught by faculty, demonstrating Bradley's dedication to the academic and personal success of our students, their knowledge and discovery, and inclusiveness and connectivity for all.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 13 www.carrnet.org 3. At Bradley, career development begins in a student’s freshman year. This career development approach leads to a 93 percent career placement rate of graduates who accept jobs, positions in graduate school, or other postgraduate experiences within six months of graduation.
1. Bradley University is one of the nation's best institutions for undergraduates and among the top 25 in the nation for internships, according to The Princeton Review's Best Value Colleges for 2020. 2. In March, for the 6th consecutive year, Bradley was named among the top 15 undergraduate game design programs in the world according to the Princeton Review's 11th annual ranking of the best schools to study game design. This year, Bradley's program actually ranked 8th and is, again, the highest-ranked school in Illinois. Updates 3. Despite college admissions tours across the nation having to limit themselves due to health precautions brought on by COVID-19, the Bradley University Admissions Office is working to ensure prospective students can visualize what life at Bradley could look like. Find all of our in- person and virtual visit options at www.bradley.edu/admissions/freshman/visit/. 4. All Bradley students are guaranteed at least two real-world experiences before graduation. Bradley defines Experiential Learning as service learning, study abroad, study away, expedition, practica, supervised research/creative production, capstone experiences, and supervised internships/practical experiences.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 14 www.carrnet.org Butler University
Location Indianapolis, IN
Founded 1855
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.butler.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.butler.edu/coronavirus-updates Undergraduate Student 4,685 Enrollment
Laura Schutt Regional Contact Info (224) 307-4125 [email protected]
School Contact Info 4600 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46208 United States
Biology Exploratory Studies Key Programs Health Sciences Marketing Pharmacy (6 years - PharmD)
Tuition: $43,400 Costs Room & Board: $14,700
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
The Admission Committee takes a holistic look at applications and considers the following Admissions Requirements criteria: academic achievement in high school (GPA, course selection, grade trends), essay, test scores (if submitted), counselor recommendation, and extracurricular activities and leadership experience. Middle 50% GPA: 3.67 - 4.18 ACT: 24-30 SAT: 1150-1300 Yes, beginning with first-year and transfer applicants for fall 2021, and extending to all incoming classes thereafter, students can apply with or without standardized test scores such as Test Optional Status the SAT and the ACT. Some student populations may require standardized test scores. Please visit the following website for more information: https://www.butler.edu/admission/test-optional
Application & Scholarship Early Action - November 1st (scholarship consideration, non-binding) Deadlines Regular Decision – February 1st
- Butler has more than 160 student organizations and over 94% of students are involved in campus activities. Important Facts - More than 75% of Butler students complete one or more internships. - 98% of the class of 2019 were employed or attending graduate school within six months of graduation.
- Beginning Fall 2020, the College of Communication and the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences now offer three-year degree pathways for 36 different majors, 29 from Liberal Arts and Sciences and seven from Communication. Visit butler.edu/three-year- Updates programs/majors for more information. - Music Therapy Dual Degree program is a brand new five-year degree program, where students will graduate with either a Bachelor of Arts in Music or Bachelor of Music Education degree from Butler University and a degree in Music Therapy from Butler's program partner, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 15 www.carrnet.org - Butler will begin accepting self-reported scores starting with the Fall 2021 admission cycle. - We began construction on a new, multi-million-dollar Sciences Complex, set to open in fall 2021, which includes high-tech classrooms that promote learning by doing, labs that mimic the set-up at top research companies, and work spaces encouraging cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 16 www.carrnet.org Central College
Location Pella, Iowa
Founded 1853
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.central.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.central.edu/health/ Undergraduate Student 1,150 Enrollment
Jennifer DiSessa Regional Contact Info (641) 628-7601 [email protected]
School Contact Info 812 University, Pella, IA 50219 United States
Pre-Athletic Training Biology Key Programs Business Education Psychology
Tuition: $19,250 Costs Room & Board: $10,552
Application Platforms Direct Application
- Average ACT: 24 (SAT 1099) Admissions Requirements - Average GPA: 3.53 - Top 25% of their high school graduating class: 48% - Enter with AP or college credit: 63%
For the Spring of 2020 and Fall of 2021, Central is waiving the testing requirement for Test Optional Status admission. If a student would like to submit a test score at a later point in their senior year, their score can increase their earned scholarship amount.
Application & Scholarship Rolling admission, but for full scholarship consideration, students must be accepted prior to our Deadlines November or February Scholar Days
- For students meeting standards and expectations for progress toward a degree, Central Important Facts guarantees graduation in four years or the ninth semester tuition is free. - Central is an intentionally residential campus, where students live on campus all four years.
- Women’s Triathlon started as NCAA DIII Varsity Sport in Fall 2020 - Fully donor funded, $18 million Kuyper Athletic Complex renovation and expansion, set Updates for completion Spring 2021 - New Data Science Minor
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 17 www.carrnet.org Central Michigan University
Location Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
Founded 1892
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.cmich.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.cmich.edu/firedupforfall/Pages/default.aspx Undergraduate Student 21,705 Enrollment
Amy Hauenstein Regional Contact Info (224) 227-0356 [email protected]
School Contact Info 102 Warriner Hall, Mount Pleasant, MI 48859 United States
Education Business Key Programs Pre-health programs Athletic training Broadcasting and Journalism
Tuition: $12,510 Costs Room & Board: $10,676
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Average GPA of admitted students is a 3.4 Admissions Requirements Average ACT score is 23 Average SAT score is 1110 Test Optional Status CMU is test optional for the class of 2021.
Application & Scholarship CMU has rolling admissions Deadlines December 1st is the priority deadline for merit scholarships
1) CMU is among 5% of U.S. universities in the highest two Carnegie research classifications. Important Facts 2) CMU is the only Michigan university operating an island research station 3) 91% of CMU students are employed or in graduate school within six months of graduation
1) All out-of-state students who apply and are admitted to CMU pay in-state tuition rates. Updates 2) Merit scholarships ranging from 20%-75% off the cost of tuition are awarded automatically upon admission.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 18 www.carrnet.org College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University
Location Saint Joseph, MN
Founded 1857
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.csbsju.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.csbsju.edu/covid-19 Undergraduate Student 3,500 Enrollment
Sarah Murnane Regional Contact Info (773) 655-1692 [email protected]
School Contact Info 37 S. College Ave., Saint Joseph, MN 56374 United States
Global Business Accounting Key Programs Nursing Education Exercise and Health Science
Tuition: $48,166 Costs Room & Board: $11,362
Application Platforms Common App
Mid 50% Admissions Requirements ACT 23 - 28 SAT 1110 - 1310 GPA 3.3 - 3.8 Test Optional Status We are test optional beginning with the 2020 school year. Application & Scholarship January 15 - Fine Arts, Intercultural Lead, Bonner Deadlines
- CSB/SJU share a one of a kind partnership Important Facts - Nationally ranked study abroad program - Our campuses share 3,500 acres including 7 lakes and 20 plus miles of trails.
- We are offering a new major - Exercise and Health Science. - We just went test optional beginning with the 2020-2021 school year. Updates - CSB and SJU were named the #1 and #2 schools in MN for schools yielding the highest salaries. - 100% of our graduates complete an experiential learning component.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 19 www.carrnet.org Colorado State University
Location Fort Collins, CO
Founded 1870
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.colostate.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://covidrecovery.colostate.edu/ Undergraduate Student 32,000 Enrollment
Tiffany Dallas Regional Contact Info (970) 413-1602 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1062 Campus Delivery, Fort Collins, CO 80523 United States
Animal Science, Business Administration, Key Programs Ecosystem Science and Sustainability Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Biology, Biomedical Sciences
Tuition: $31,000 Costs Room & Board: $12,000
Application Platforms Common App
For first-year freshman students: 1) Application for admission, Admissions Requirements 2) $50 application fee or waiver, 3) Official high school transcript, 4) Recommendation letter Yes. But we have altered our policy temporarily. For students applying for the Fall of 2021, we will not require standardized test scores for admission. If a student has test scores they wish to Test Optional Status submit, they are welcome to send the scores, however, this will not be used for the purposes of admission to the university.
For first-year freshman students: Early Action—December 1; Regular Decision and Full Application & Scholarship Scholarship Consideration—February 1; For transfer students: Early Action and Full Deadlines Scholarship Consideration—February 1; Regular Decision and Limited Scholarship Consideration—June 1
1) CSU is the 1st University in the world to achieve a STARS Platinum rating for sustainability - twice. Important Facts 2) 9 out of 10 CSU graduates say they would do it all again. 3) CSU's campus is located 10 minutes from the Rocky Mountain foothills
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 20 www.carrnet.org Cornell College
Location Mount Vernon, Iowa
Founded 1853
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.cornellcollege.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.cornellcollege.edu/response Undergraduate Student 1,000 Enrollment
Meghan Kuhn Regional Contact Info (319) 432-9423 [email protected]
School Contact Info 600 1st St. SW, Mt. Vernon, IA 52314 United States
Psychology Biology Key Programs Business English Engineering
Tuition: $45,288 Costs Room & Board: $10,150
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Students applying to Cornell College are required to submit an application along with a self- reported GPA and essay.
Yes, Cornell College has been a test-optional institutions for four years. If applying without test Test Optional Status scores, students are required to answer two additional essay questions on their application. Application & Scholarship November 1st for Early Action, May 1st for Regular Decision Deadlines - Cornell College operates on a One Course at a Time academic calendar. Important Facts - We currently have students from 47 states and 17 countries. - We are one of the original Colleges That Change Lives.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 21 www.carrnet.org Creighton University
Location Omaha, NE
Founded 1878
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.creighton.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.creighton.edu/about/covid-19 Undergraduate Student 4,500 Enrollment
Beth Sullivan-Piskel Regional Contact Info (847) 826-3201 [email protected]
School Contact Info 2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE 68178 United States Pre-Health (Medicine,Dentistry,Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, Physician's Assistant,Occupational Therapy) Key Programs Nursing Business Biology Neuroscience Tuition: $43,018 Costs Room & Board: $11,600
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Mid 50% 25-30 ACT, 1200-1380 SAT, 3.5-4.0 GPA
Test Optional Status Yes, all undergraduate colleges are test optional. Application & Scholarship Early Action: November 1st, Regular December 1st Deadlines
- Our Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, and Occupational Therapy programs are offering an Early Assurance opportunity for students who meet the criteria. - Creighton students enjoy the benefit of being located in a city with a strongbusiness climate Important Facts and more internship opportunities than we have students tofill them. - Our students are passionate about social justice and giving back to thecommunity. Last year 4,520 Creighton students contributed 1,084,601hours of service.
- Our Pharmacy and Occupational Therapy programs are offering an EarlyAssurance opportunity for students who meet the criteria. Updates - Our newest offering in the health professions is our Physician’s Assistant program. - Creighton’s Heider College of Business is offering the all-new FinTech major.This is a degree program that intersects our 15th ranked Finance degreeprogram with our 23rd ranked Business Intelligence and Analytics program
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 22 www.carrnet.org Drake University
Location Des Moines, IA
Founded 1881
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.drake.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.drake.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 3,000 Enrollment
Veronica McLaughlin Regional Contact Info (515) 271-4051 [email protected]
School Contact Info 2507 University Ave., Des Moines, IA 50311 US
Pharmacy Actuarial Science / Business Key Programs Journalism Political Science Athletic Training
Tuition: $45,700 Costs Room & Board: $11,500
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admitted Drake students have an average high school GPA of 3.4, and average test scores of 26 Admissions Requirements for the ACT and 1200 for the SAT. We have no application fee, and we require official transcript via email from the high school. Drake University is test-optional. In place of an ACT or SAT score, we will accept either an essay or an interview completed with a Drake admissions counselor. Students who apply test Test Optional Status optional are eligible for as much merit-based scholarships as students who apply with a test score.
Application & Scholarship Early Action Application Deadline: December 1, 2020. Regular Action Application Deadline: Deadlines March 1, 2021
1. 100+ Undergraduate majors to choose from Important Facts 2. Largest university and partner institution to the city of Des Moines 3. Division 1 Sports with tons of school spirit
1. New buildings on campus include The Boys and Girls Club and the Harkin Institute for Public Policy. 2. Our new major in Artificial Intelligence is already a strong and popular program. Updates 3. Completely remodeled Hubbell Dining Hall and fully-operational Starbucks on campus. 4. Ranked 56th in the nation for "Best Value" according to U.S. News. 5. Women's basketball received the largest non-capital gift to a women's basketball program in NCAA history.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 23 www.carrnet.org Eastern Illinois University
Location Charleston Illinois
Founded 1895
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.eiu.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.eiu.edu/covid/ Undergraduate Student 6,300 Enrollment
Shijuana Shannon (708) 272-5931 [email protected]
Isabel Garcia (217) 581-6720 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Allison Klotz (217) 512-1876 [email protected]
Omar Solomon (217) 549-0375 [email protected] School Contact Info 600 Lincoln Avenue, Charleston, IL 61920 USA
Education Business Key Programs Communication Disorders & Sciences Psychology Biological Sciences
Tuition: $12,063 Costs Room & Board: $9,864
Application Platforms Direct Application
If you'll be entering EIU as a freshman in Fall 2020 or Spring 2021, you must meet these admission requirements: Admissions Requirements - A high school grade-point average (GPA) of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale - SAT: 960 or ACT: 18 Please see below for information on requirements for the Fall 2021 semester. EIU's test-optional policy begins for Fall 2021 semester applicants. EIU will no longer require ACT/SAT test scores for admission to the University. Students can apply for Fall 2021 starting July 1, free of charge, for a limited time. Applicants with no test scores but who possess a 3.3 GPA and college prep work will meet admissions criteria. Those with no test scores and a 2.5 to Test Optional Status 3.29 GPA will have their credentials reviewed to determine eligibility for admission. Students may still submit test scores in order to be admitted using standard admissions criteria (minimum 2.5 GPA, 18 ACT or 960 SAT). The test-optional policy change was partly motivated by COVID-related disruption of standardized testing, and partly by a desire to eliminate unnecessary barriers to college admission faced by marginalized student groups. Merit
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 24 www.carrnet.org Scholarships will be made available specifically for EIU’s eligible test-optional admits, as well as those who include their test scores. Application & Scholarship Please visit: https://www.eiu.edu/scholarships/ Deadlines
- EIU is ranked the highest independent public regional university in Illinois according to U.S. NEWS AND WORLD REPORT; EIU was also listed as the 3rd highest independent public university in the Midwest; Important Facts - 98% of classes at EIU are taught by faculty; - Guaranteed Tuition Rate: This program ensures students' first-year tuition rate at EIU will remain the same for four consecutive academic years. Even if tuition costs rise during a student's time at EIU, the student's will not.
- EIU is proud to announce its new Gail & Richard Lumpkin School of Nursing. - EIU's Freshman Connection program pairs incoming freshmen with upperclassmen and Updates Panthers who have lived the EIU experience. - Please go to: https://www.eiu.edu/admissions/visit.php for information on Visit Opportunities including on-Campus tours and virtual tours as well as virtual EIU presentations.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 25 www.carrnet.org Ferris State University
Location Big Rapids, MI
Founded 1884
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.ferris.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.ferris.edu/HTMLS/news/coronavirus/homepage.htm Undergraduate Student 13,000 Enrollment
Debra Savides Regional Contact Info (224) 575-3770 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1201 S. State Street, CSS 201, Big Rapids, MI 49307 United States
Criminal Justice Nursing Key Programs Welding Optometry (Pre and Doctoral) Pharmacy (Pre and Doctoral)
Tuition: $12,760 Costs Room & Board: $9,000
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Ferris' admission requirements are: 2.5 Cumulative GPA and 900 SAT or 17 ACT OR 3.0 Cumulative GPA and no test score
Test Optional Status Yes we are! Application & Scholarship Rolling admission, but most scholarships have a deadline between December and February. Deadlines
- Ferris is Test Optional. Important Facts - Ferris has rolling admissions and you usually hear back in about two weeks after we receive your information regarding admission. - Ferris' application is online and completely free.
- All residence Hall rooms are now singles. Updates - Many of our classes are now mixed delivery, so you meet in the classroom less frequently. - All our learning spaces incorporate social distancing. - We have a new transfer portal: https://ferris.transfer.degree/app/index.html#!/landing/
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 26 www.carrnet.org FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising
Location Los Angeles, CA
Founded 1969
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.fidm.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.fidm.edu Undergraduate Student 3,600 Enrollment
Julie Imfeld (630) 853-4466 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Pam Atilano (847) 426-4466 [email protected]
School Contact Info 919 So Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90015 USA Design majors: Fashion, Interior, Graphic, Visual Communication, Digital Media, Digital Cinema Key Programs Business majors: Merchandising & Marketing, Product Development, Apparel Industry Management BS Business Management MBA Masters in Business Administration Tuition: $36,000 Costs Room & Board: $11,400
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Students must meet minimum GPA requirement and submit a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, portfolio.
Test Optional Status Yes Application & Scholarship Rolling Deadlines
- FIDM offers over 30 creative design and business majors specializing in the fashion, design, entertainment industries. Important Facts - FIDM offers AA, BA/BS, and MBA degrees - California is the 5th largest creative economy in the world, we are located in the heart of these creative industries.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 27 www.carrnet.org Grand Valley State University
Location Allendale, Michigan
Founded 1960
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.gvsu.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.gvsu.edu/lakerstogether/ Undergraduate Student 20,405 Enrollment
Wallace Holder Regional Contact Info (616) 350-3953 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1 Campus Drive, Allendale, Michigan 49401-9403 USA
Athletic Training Business Key Programs Education Engineering Physical Therapy
Tuition: $18,844 Costs Room & Board: $9,000
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Middle 50% of Fall 2020 entering class earned high school GPA's from 3.4–3.96, ACT scores of 21–27 and SAT scores of 1050 to 1230
Due to SAT and ACT testing cancellations caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, Grand Valley State University will allow freshman students to apply for the fall of 2021 without these test scores. We will continue to maintain our high academic standards, though the decision to submit Test Optional Status test scores will be left entirely up to the applicant. All applicants admitted to GVSU by December 31 will be considered for merit-based scholarships, regardless of whether or not test scores are submitted with the application. Application & Scholarship December 31 Scholarship Deadline Deadlines
- Average Class Size: 26 Important Facts - 138 Degrees Offered - NAMED ONE OF AMERICA'S 100 BEST COLLEGE BUYS FOR THE 25TH YEAR IN A ROW
- Laker Scholarship: 3.3 High School GPA = In-State Tuition + $2,000.00 (Renewable) - Award for Excellence: 3.5 High School GPA & 1240 SAT or 26 ACT = In-State Tuition + Updates $5,000.00 (Renewable) - $5.6 Million Institutional Financial Aid Increase for Students in 2020-2021 - Named Best University in Michigan for LGBTQ+ Students by Campus Pride and BestColleges
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 28 www.carrnet.org Hope College
Location Holland, MI
Founded 1862
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.hope.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://hope.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 3,200 Enrollment
Skyler Adams (616) 848-8396 [email protected]
Allison Ristau Regional Contact Info (616) 848-8396 [email protected]
Angelique Gaddy (616 848-8396 [email protected]
School Contact Info 69 East 10th Street, Apt 2, Holland, Michigan 49423 United States
Business Engineering Key Programs Education Dance, Music, Theatre Communication
Tuition: $47,590 Costs Room & Board: $10,940
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- High school transcript and School Report (submitted by your guidance counselor through the Common Application) Admissions Requirements - Official transcripts from any college(s) attended - Home-schooled students, please also include: - A letter of recommendation from an adult outside of your family that can provide insights about your academic work
Test Optional Status Hope is test-optional for 2020-2021; TBD after that Application & Scholarship Scholarship: February 1st Deadlines - Hope offers 91 majors, minors and pre-professional programs Important Facts - Hope has an 11:1 student to faculty ratio - 96% of Hope graduates are in the workforce or graduate school within six months
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 29 www.carrnet.org Illinois State University
Location Normal, Illinois
Founded 1857
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://IllinoisState.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://Coronavirus.IllinoisState.edu/ Undergraduate Student 18,250 Enrollment
Brian Albertsen (309) 438-2206 [email protected]
Carla Cabrera Regional Contact Info (309) 438-3914 [email protected]
Aston Karner (309) 438-7066 [email protected]
School Contact Info 201 Hovey Hall, Campus Box 2200, Normal, IL 61790 United States
Education Business and Economics including Actuarial Science Key Programs Nursing, Health, and Wellness Arts, Communication, and Media Cybersecurity and Computer Science
Tuition: $15,319 Costs Room & Board: $9,850
Application Platforms Direct Application
GPA near middle 50% (3.20 – 3.90); 4 years English, 3 years math, 2 years science, 2 years Admissions Requirements social science, 2 years of fine arts or the same foreign language; optional academic personal statement; optional test score near middle 50% (1030 – 1200 SAT/21 – 26 ACT) Yes for Summer/Fall 2021! Students applying without a test score will be required to submit an Test Optional Status unofficial high school transcript (self-report allowed with test-score). A test score can only add to their application competitiveness. All scholarships are also test-optional.
Application & Scholarship Preferred filing September 1st – November 15th Deadlines Application for admission is initial application for merit based scholarships
- Located two hours southwest of Chicago near the geographic center of the state in Bloomington-Normal with direct bus and Amtrak access from Chicagoland. Important Facts - Continued strong enrollment over the past decade with between 20,000 and 21,000 students studying over 150 majors. - 100% of freshman with a 3.3 GPA receive scholarships when they apply by November 15th
Updates - Construction of a Multicultural Center to support our Diversity Advocacy organizations to be completed in Spring 2021
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 30 www.carrnet.org - Added a Game Design sequence to our Creative Technologies major (formerly Arts Technology) - Admissions and all scholarships changed to test-optional for Summer and Fall 2021 applicants - Nearly 500 students from Illinois community colleges were guaranteed admission through Redbird Promise within the past year.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 31 www.carrnet.org Indiana State University
Location Terre Haute, IN
Founded 1865
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.indstate.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.indstate.edu/covid-19/news Undergraduate Student 12,146 Enrollment
Lisa Winker Regional Contact Info (708) 733-2020 [email protected]
School Contact Info 318 North 6th Street, Terre Haute, IN 47809 United States
Aviation Business Key Programs Criminology/Criminal Justice Education Nursing/Pre-Professional Sciences
Tuition: $11,942 Costs Room & Board: $11,600
Application Platforms Direct Application
Average ACT: 21 *Test-Optional for General Admission. Admissions Requirements Average SAT (based on the new SAT): 1080 Average GPA (on a 4.0 Scale): 3.22 Minimum GPA (4.0 Scale) for Admission: 2.5 Yes, for general admission. Admission to some programs may require test scores, as well as Test Optional Status being considered for our competitive scholarships.
Priority deadline for fall: June 1st, Priority deadline for spring: Dec 1st, Priority deadline for Application & Scholarship summer: May 1st. Scholarship deadlines vary: Dec 1st, Feb 15th & March 15th. Please note that Deadlines we have rolling admission. For more information on scholarships: https://www.indstate.edu/scholarships#quicktabs-scholarships_tabset=1
National publications recognized: 14 years in Princeton Review's Best in the Midwest, In the Guide to 353 Green College's, Forbes Magazine's list of America's Top Colleges, Top in community Service for 6 consecutive years according to Washington Monthly's College Guide Important Facts and Tree Campus USA. We are the most diverse public institution in the state of Indiana. 1:4 are ethnic minority 100% of our programs require experiential learning have led to a 99%job placement rate.
We are now test-optional for general admission.Also, the Speech Pathology major has changed Updates to it's name to Communication Disorders. The Communication Disorders Program offers both undergraduate and graduate programs in each discipline for initial licensure as well as post- licensure professional development.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 32 www.carrnet.org Indiana University Bloomington
Location Bloomington, Indiana
Founded 1820
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://admissions.indiana.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://coronavirus.iu.edu/campus-resources/bloomington.html Undergraduate Student 33,000 Enrollment
Emily Mecija (812) 856-2718 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Scott Siegel (812) 856-2709 [email protected]
School Contact Info Office of Admissions, 940 E. Seventh Street, Bloomington, IN 47405 United States of America
Business Key Programs Music Languages (70+) Psychology
Tuition: $37,600 Costs Room & Board: $11,206
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
The middle 50 percent range for GPA for admitted freshmen was 3.61–4.00. IUB does not Admissions Requirements recalculate GPAs and will use weighted GPAs if they are listed on the official high school transcript. If scores are provided, IUB will superscore. More information can be found here https://admissions.indiana.edu/apply/freshman/step-one-get-ready.html Yes! Indiana University Bloomington is test optional. In absence of a test score, we will continue to look at all factors of the student's application including grades earned in academic coursework; performance in honors, International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement courses; the IU-specific essay; extracurricular activities; and other achievements. Test Optional Status However please note, homeschooled students, students who have attended a school with non- traditional evaluation methods where traditional alpha or numerical grades are not assigned, and student athletes subject to NCAA eligibility standards will be required to submit a standardized test score. Application & Scholarship November 1st Deadlines
- Indiana University Bloomington is test optional and self-report for scores as of Aug 2020. This year, if a student applies test optional with a completed application (application, Important Facts application fee, official transcript, IUB essay) by November 1st, they may still submit/add scores to their application until January 15th. - November 1st continues to be our Early Action deadline for maximum consideration for scholarships as well as direct admission into many of our programs (e.g., Kelley School of
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 33 www.carrnet.org Business, Jacobs School of Music). A completed application (application, application fee, official transcript, and test scores if applicable) must be submitted by this date. - Approximately 63% of IU Bloomington undergraduates received grant or scholarship aid.
- The Office of Admissions continues to offer numerous virtual programing and tours. Please visit our website https://admissions.indiana.edu/visit/visit-options/virtual-visits.html for Updates opportunities. - New majors include a BFA in Cinematic Arts, BS in Data Science and BS in Cybersecurity and Global Policy.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 34 www.carrnet.org Iowa State University
Location Ames, IA
Founded 1858
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.iastate.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://web.iastate.edu/safety/updates/covid19/planning Undergraduate Student 28,294 Enrollment
Kelli Allen (515) 291-0120 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Dianys Padro (515) 509-4349 [email protected]
School Contact Info 100 Enrollment Services Center, Ames, Iowa 50011 United States
Engineering (14 majors) Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Kinesiology, Meteorology, etc.) Key Programs Veterinary Medicine Architecture Apparel, Merchandising, and Design
Tuition: $24,508 Costs Room & Board: $9,149
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admission based on self-reported academic data, including cumulative GPA, ACT or SAT composite score and high school core courses. This academic information used in formula to Admissions Requirements calculate Regents Admission Index (RAI) score; 245 score or higher and minimum requirements in five core subject areas (English, math, science, social science and foreign language) needed for automatic admission Test Optional Status Fall 2021 and 2022 students may apply without an ACT or SAT for a holistic review of their file
Application & Scholarship Rolling admission / Merit scholarships - March 1; undergraduate/department scholarships - Deadlines December 1
- Over 90 living & learning communities for students choose from, connecting students with similar interests Important Facts - Nation's first land grant institution via the Morrill Act, signed by President Lincoln in 1862 - Students from all 50 states and 100+ foreign countries enroll; Illinoisans are second largest group on campus
- New majors in Environmental Engineering, Cyber Security Engineering, Actuarial Science, Updates and Data Science - Apparel, Merchandising, and Design major ranked #1 in the Midwest - Student Innovation Center, a hands-on creation hub for all students, opening Fall 2020
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 35 www.carrnet.org IUPUI
Location Indianapolis, IN
Founded 1969
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.iupui.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://coronavirus.iu.edu/ Undergraduate Student 20,500 Enrollment
Jaime Newsom (317) 274-2252 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Heather Hawker (317) 274-4591 [email protected]
School Contact Info 420 University Blvd, CE 255, Indianapolis, IN 46202 United States
Nursing and other health related programs Engineering (Purdue School of Engineering and Technology) Key Programs Business (IU Kelley School of Business) Philanthropy (IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy) Psychology (Purdue School of Science)
Tuition: $14,342 Costs Room & Board: $10,152
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Students must submit either the Apply IU or Common App along with an essay, application fee Admissions Requirements ($65), and official high school transcript. Test scores are optional. IUPUI superscores if test scores are submitted and we accept the weighted GPA. Our average GPA is 3.47. IUPUI will be test optional. Upon application, a student must decide whether or not to submit their test scores. Students are not able to change this decision once the application has been Test Optional Status submitted. If a student would like to submit test scores, they can be self-reported or sent directly from a testing agency. Merit-based scholarships will be awarded based on high school GPA.
Application & Scholarship Scholarship Deadline: February 15th Deadlines Application Deadline: May 1st
- IUPUI participates in the Midwest Student Exchange Program (MSEP) nd offers the above discounted tuition to Illinois residents with a 2.75 or better high school GPA. - Students complete all their classes on IUPUI's downtown Indianapolis campus but earn a Important Facts degree from either Purdue University or Indiana University, depending on which one of the over 450 academic programs they choose. - With five hospitals on or attached to campus, IUPUI offers a strong focus on health and life sciences.
Updates - IUPUI is now test optional for all entering first year students.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 36 www.carrnet.org Johnson & Wales University
Location Providence, RI & Charlotte, NC
Founded 1914
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website http://www.jwu.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://covid.jwu.edu/?_ga=2.27024312.445669019.1597076421-1066052881.1563462848 Undergraduate Student 10,000 Enrollment
Brittney McLawhorn Regional Contact Info (630) 886-1597 [email protected]
School Contact Info 8 Abbott Park Place, Providence, RI 02903 USA
Business Culinary Arts Key Programs Nutrition Hospitality Design & Engineering
Tuition: $34,376 Costs Room & Board: $12,820
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements No fee application. We have early and rolling admissions. Submit high school and any college transcripts.
Test Optional Status Yes, we are test optional but we encourage tests. Application & Scholarship None Deadlines
- Private, nonprofit, accredited institution with two locations in Providence, RI & Charlotte, NC. Important Facts - More than 90+% of all JWU students receive institutional scholarships and/or grants from the university. - 1,600+ internship sites in 48 states and 21 countries
- JWU will now only have two campus locations in Providence, Rhode Island and Charlotte, NC. Updates - JWU's College of Culinary Arts is now the College of Food Innovation & Technology. - JWU's Advertising & Marketing Communications program is nationally recognized. - New majors include Adventure Tourism, Biomedical Engineering & Cannabis Entrepreneurship
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 37 www.carrnet.org Kalamazoo College
Location Kalamazoo, Michigan
Founded 1833
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website http://www.kzoo.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://healthcenter.kzoo.edu/coronavirus-disease-2019-covid-19-campus-updates/ Undergraduate Student 1,500 Enrollment
Alexandra Altman Regional Contact Info (269) 303-2251 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1200 Academy St., Kalamazoo, MI 49006 United States
Biology/Chemistry/Health Sciences Psychology Key Programs Business English Critical Ethnic Studies
Tuition: $52,500 Costs Room & Board: $10,500
Application Platforms Common App
- Transcript - 2 letters of recommendation Admissions Requirements - Test Optional - Optional "Why Kalamazoo?" essay - Average GPA 3.9
Test Optional Status Yes - ACT/SAT scores are not used for admission, merit-based or other financial aid.
Application & Scholarship ED/EA: November 1; Regular Decision: January 15; Performing arts scholarship: Jan. 15; Early Decision II: February 1; Transfer Applicants: May 1; All students considered for merit-based Deadlines scholarship; Financial aid based on FAFSA
- Beautiful, residential campus in vibrant downtown Kalamazoo, 2.5 hours from Chicago and easily accessible via Amtrak Important Facts - Nationally-recognized K-Plan, a rigorous liberal arts and sciences open curriculum with experiential education opportunities and greater flexibility - Dedicated to preparing engaged citizens, Kalamazoo College built the Arcus Center, the first structure designed to develop and sustain leaders in human rights and social justice.
Updates - New natatorium opening this year.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 38 www.carrnet.org Kansas State University
Location Manhattan, Kansas
Founded 1863
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.k-state.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.k-state.edu/covid-19/ Undergraduate Student 18,000 Enrollment
Paloma Roman Regional Contact Info (620) 222-9498 [email protected]
School Contact Info 919 Mid-Campus Drive North, Manhattan, KS 66506 United States
Psychology Pre-Vet Key Programs Business Architecture Engineering
Tuition: $26,326 Costs Room & Board: $10,100
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admission to the university is test-optional and requires achieving EITHER: A cumulative high school GPA (weighted or unweighted) of 3.25 or higher OR Admissions Requirements ACT composite score of 21, or an SAT ERW+M score of 1060 or higher AND, if applicable, achieve a 2.0 GPA on all college credit taken in high school. If you do not meet these assured requirements, you are still encouraged to apply. Your application will be reviewed individually. K-State is test optional and we now offer test optional scholarships with an application due date Test Optional Status of January 5th.
Apply for admission as soon as possible, as your admission application will trigger an automatic review of your eligibility for general university scholarships/awards. Full scholarship/award consideration is given to applicants who apply by the priority date. Dec. 1: Priority date for incoming freshmen and spring transfer students Feb. 1: Priority date for incoming fall transfer Application & Scholarship students Selective admission priority date Feb. 1 is the priority application date for: - College of Architecture, Planning & Design programs - The Wildlife and Outdoor Enterprise Management Deadlines program in the College of Agriculture - The Interior Design program in the College of Health and Human Sciences Financial aid and additional scholarships: Dec. 1 is the priority deadline to apply for federal student aid. K-State's federal code for the FAFSA is 001928. Feb. 15 is the priority deadline to create and submit your K-State Scholarship Network (KSN) profile and application.
Located in the scenic Flint Hills of Kansas, Manhattan is a classic college town ranked in the top Important Facts 10 in the nation by the Princeton Review for Happiest Students and Best Quality of Life. The university places emphasis on student success with the largest career fair in the Big 12, 500+ student organizations, and a 97% job placement rate.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 39 www.carrnet.org Kent State University
Location Kent, OH
Founded 1910
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.kent.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.kent.edu/coronavirus Undergraduate Student 23,000 Enrollment
Sandy Henert Regional Contact Info (630) 715-3729 [email protected]
School Contact Info 500 E Summit St, Kent, OH 44242 United States
Fashion merchandising & design Key Programs Aeronautics Architecture Nursing
Tuition: $21,000 Costs Room & Board: $10,000
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements We do not have any strict requirements for Kent State. We have taken a holistic approach.
Test Optional Status Yes Application & Scholarship Rolling admission. Competitive scholarships and Honors program deadline is December 15th Deadlines
Top fashion program in the country. Important Facts Our aeronautics program has partnered up with Delta airlines.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 40 www.carrnet.org Kirkwood Community College
Location Cedar Rapids and Iowa City, Iowa
Founded 1966
School Type Public (2 year)
School Website www.kirkwood.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.kirkwood.edu Undergraduate Student 15,000 Enrollment
Bruce Bohrer Regional Contact Info (847) 394-2797 [email protected]
School Contact Info 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404 US
Liberal Arts Transfer (AA, AS) Culinary/Hospitality Key Programs Nursing and other allied health careers Industrial Technologies Veterinary Technologies
Tuition: $7,110 Costs Room & Board: $6,500
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Open Enrollment
Test Optional Status Yes, students may submit ACT scores and/or take Kirkwood placement tests.
Application & Scholarship 1st deadline – March 15th for Kirkwood scholarships Deadlines 2nd deadline – July 15th for Kirkwood scholarships
- Kirkwood Community College offers on-campus housing; a very unique feature for community colleges Important Facts - Kirkwood and the University of Iowa are partners in a program that guarantees admission to the University of Iowa for students who complete most Associate Degrees at Kirkwood. - Tuition and fees are extremely affordable and competitive.
Updates - Construction of Kirkwood's brand new Student Center is underway.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 41 www.carrnet.org Knox College
Location Galesburg, IL
Founded 1837
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.knox.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.knox.edu/knoxtogether Undergraduate Student 1,200 Enrollment
Nadia Flores (309) 341-7174 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Sarah Colangelo (309) 341-7144 [email protected]
School Contact Info Office of Admission, 2 East South Street, Galesburg, IL 61401 USA
English - Creative Writing Biology - Pre-Med Key Programs Business & Management/Economics Environmental Science Psychology
Tuition: $49,974 Costs Room & Board: $10,170
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
- Knox Application Admissions Requirements - Secondary School Report* and Transcript* - Teacher Evaluation* - Midyear report of Fall grades
Test Optional Status Yes
Early Decision and Early Action 1 is November 1st Application & Scholarship Early Action 2 and Regular Decision is December 1st Deadlines Regular Decision (Space Available) after Jan 15th
- 53% Students of Color and International Students Important Facts - Founded by abolitionists - Our Honor Code was developed by students
Updates - No, application fee for all student applicants;
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 42 www.carrnet.org Lawrence Technological University
Location Southfield, Michigan
Founded 1932
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.ltu.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.ltu.edu Undergraduate Student 3,000 Enrollment
Jill Homerding Regional Contact Info (815) 953-5388 [email protected]
School Contact Info 21000 West Ten Mile Road, Southfield, MI 48075 United States
Architecture Computer Science Key Programs Civil Engineering Mechanical Engineering Robotics Engineering
Tuition: $34,000 Costs Room & Board: $10,500
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Average GPA: 3.48 Admissions Requirements Average SAT: 1157 Average ACT: 25 We are going Test Optional for the 2021-2022 application cycle. Students will still be Test Optional Status considered for merit scholarships without submitting a test score. A student's academic curriculum and rigor will be considered for their merit scholarship. Application & Scholarship Application - Rolling Admissions/Scholarship Deadlines - March 1st Deadlines - The Brookings Institution ranks Lawrence Technological University 5th in the nation for boosting graduates' earning power Important Facts - LTU Zone: Lawrence Tech provides all undergraduates their own high-end laptop, loaded with industry-standard software, customized for their degree program, included in tuition - Lawrence Tech is at the center of the Midwest's NUMBER ONE region for architecture, engineering, and technology.
Updates - Lawrence Technological University will be going test optional for the 2021-2022 appliation cycle.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 43 www.carrnet.org Lawrence University
Location Appleton, WI
Founded 1847
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.lawrence.edu/admissions
COVID-19 Updates https://blogs.lawrence.edu/covid-19/ Undergraduate Student 1,500 Enrollment
Keegan White Regional Contact Info (920) 993-6056 [email protected]
School Contact Info 711 E Boldt Way, Appleton, WI 54911 United States
Sciences (esp. neuroscience, biology, pre-med, physics, enviro.) Music galore! Key Programs Social sciences & humanities of all kinds! Communication (esp. Film, English, Theatre, Writing) Computer Science
Tuition: $51,000 Costs Room & Board: $11,000
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- Basic Common App, plus 1 supplemental short-answer question: "Why Lawrence?" - Average GPA of admitted students: 3.6/4 Unw. Admissions Requirements - Middle 50% SAT: 1210-1400 - Middle 50% ACT: 26-32 - Test-optional (see below)
Lawrence remains test-optional for admission and scholarship consideration. 25% of our recent classes have been admitted without a test score, and we anticipate an uptick for Fall 2021. Our Test Optional Status deadlines will be soft ones, so if students need additional time to submit materials, we just ask that they remain in close contact with us. Self-reported test scores are welcomed.
Application & Scholarship Early Decision & Early Action I - Nov. 1; Early Action II - Dec. 1; Regular Decision - Jan. 15. Admitted students will be considered for scholarships at the time of admission based on a Deadlines holistic review of their application.
- 80% liberal arts & sciences; 20% music (including dual degree) Important Facts - Freshmen Studies and Senior Capstone programs - Strong emphasis on individualized and engaged learning
- New major in Creative Writing and minor in Data Science - Expanded Center for Academic Success in a brand new space on the 2nd floor of our library Updates - 2 new endowed professorships in 2020: Cognitive Science & Organizational Psych. & Theory - Newer young coaches bringing excitement, including football, baseball, women's hockey, soccer & hoops
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 44 www.carrnet.org Lincoln College
Location Lincoln, IL
Founded 1865
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website http://lincolncollege.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://lincolncollege.edu/covid19/ Undergraduate Student 700 Enrollment
Benita Wynn Regional Contact Info (773) 354-5981 [email protected]
School Contact Info 300 Keokuk St, Lincoln, IL 62656 US
Business Management Organizational Leadership Key Programs Radio, Television, and New Media Sport Management Law
Tuition: $19,400 Costs Room & Board: $8,200
Application Platforms Direct Application
- 2.0 GPA Admissions Requirements - 860 SAT - 16 ACT
Test Optional Status No Application & Scholarship April 1st Deadlines
- Lincoln College offers 2 & 4-year degree options as well as Masters Important Facts - 100% of full-time students in a traditional program receive a scholarship or grant - We offer free textbooks
Updates
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 45 www.carrnet.org Luther College
Location Decorah, IA
Founded 1861
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.luther.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.luther.edu/being-community/ Undergraduate Student 2,000 Enrollment
Michael Elliott Regional Contact Info (319) 360-9290 [email protected]
School Contact Info 700 College Drive, Decorah, Iowa 52101 United States
Biology Education Key Programs Business Music Nursing
Tuition: $46,000 Costs Room & Board: $10,000
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- TEST OPTIONAL Admissions Requirements - Application, Transcripts, Personal Statement/Essay, Letter of Recommendation - Holistic Approach
Yes! Will only use ACT/SAT if it benefits the student for either/both admissions decision and Test Optional Status academic scholarships Application & Scholarship Early Action, Non-Binding Deadline: November 1st Deadlines
- Located in beautiful NE corner of Iowa; surrounded by bluffs, river runs through campus, Important Facts 14 natural waterfalls/springs in 7 mile radius - Phi Beta Kappa institution - TEST OPTIONAL
- Semester long immersive internship with the city of Rochester, MN Updates - Addition of a Counseling minor - Addition of Global Health, Allied Health Sciences, and Exercise Science majors
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 46 www.carrnet.org Marquette University
Location Milwaukee, WI
Founded 1881
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.marquette.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.marquette.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 8,024 Enrollment
Rosa Reiber (414) 288-7018 [email protected]
Jeanette VonHaden Regional Contact Info (414) 288-7010 [email protected]
Maira Rodriguez (414) 288-7005 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1250 W. Wisconsin Ave, Zilber Hall Suite 136, Milwaukee, WI 53233 United States
Exercise Physiology/Physical Therapy Biomedical Sciences Key Programs Nursing Business Engineering
Tuition: $44,970 Costs Room & Board: $11,250 – $14,940 (amount varies based on residence hall and room type)
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
We use a holistic review process so we do not have set minimum GPA's or test scores for admission. It's also important to note that we are direct entry so when we review students for admission to MU, we consider what major they are applying to and what courses they've taken Admissions Requirements that have prepared them for it. Generally, we like to see strong rigor throughout all four years with mostly A's and B's in their content specific areas. As a note of interest our incoming class for Fall 2020 had an average unweighted GPA of 3.4. We also consider any letters of recommendation, essay, activities, etc. More information can be found here: https://www.marquette.edu/explore/apply-today.php We are test-optional! Students will not be penalized for not submitting a test score. Students applying to any college can apply without test scores and receive our top merit scholarships as Test Optional Status well as apply to our Scholars and Scholarship Program. This is our second year being test optional. Application & Scholarship Application Deadline: December 1, 2020 Scholarship Deadline: January 15, 2021 Deadlines 1-We are a Catholic, Jesuit University with a very urban campus in the heart of Milwaukee, WI. Important Facts 2- Service is one of our largest involvements on campus- last year our students completed about 500,000 hours of volunteer work.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 47 www.carrnet.org 3-We are direct entry so students will begin their new Marquette Core Courses along with their major classes from Day 1. 4-Financial Aid Notifications will begin going out in February 2021 for this Admission Cycle
1-Our timeline has shifted- our rolling admissions decisions will begin going out in mid-October for this cycle. 2- This is our second year being test-optional- students can apply to any college and still receive Updates top scholarships. 3- Financial Aid notifications will begin going out in January 2021 for this admissions cycle. 4-We offer a large variety of virtual events and content: https://www.marquette.edu/explore/virtual.php
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 48 www.carrnet.org Miami University
Location Oxford, Ohio
Founded 1809
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.miamioh.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://miamioh.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 17,000 Enrollment
Heather Chase Regional Contact Info (513) 529-4892 [email protected]
School Contact Info Office of Admission, 301 S Campus Ave., Oxford, OH 45056 United States
Farmer School of Business Key Programs Pre-Medicine Nursing
Tuition: $36,650 Costs Room & Board: $14,510
Application Platforms Common App
Middle 50% GPA: 3.57-4.15 (weighted) Admissions Requirements Tests are optional, but middle 50% ACT was 26-31 (superscored) in 2019; middle 50% SAT was 1220-1400. Test Optional Status Yes, Miami is test optional for Fall 2020 applicants
Application & Scholarship Students should apply by December 1 to receive priority admission and merit scholarship Deadlines consideration
- The 2019 U.S. News & World Report ranks Miami University #3 for undergraduate teaching nationwide, in good company with Princeton and Dartmouth. Miami has ranked in the top five on this short, elite list of universities for the past nine years. - The Fiske Guide to Colleges 2019 recognizes Miami as among the best in the nation for its Important Facts core commitment to a liberal arts education, highlighting Miami's strengths in academic programs. The guide also commends Miami for its emphasis on research, study abroad, and leadership. - 96% of 2017-2018 Miami graduates were employed or continuing their education by Fall 2018. The success of Miami alums in their careers contributes to Miami being a Top 10 college for producing Fortune 500 CEOs nationwide.(Money magazine)
- Miami will be test-optional for Fall 2020 applicants - Miami will require Fall 2020 applicants to self-report high school curriculum and grades Updates through SRAR - Miami's merit scholarships will be awarded based solely on GPA/curriculum as reported on SRAR (https://miamioh.edu/admission/merit-guarantee/) - Miami's priority deadline for admission/merit scholarships is December 1, 2020
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 49 www.carrnet.org Michigan State University
Location East Lansing, Michigan
Founded 1855
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.admissions.msu.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.msu.edu/together-we-will Undergraduate Student 39,176 Enrollment
Steve Landgraf (708) 505-7085 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Sylvia Hernandez (312) 548-3735 [email protected]
School Contact Info 426 Auditorium Road, Room 250, East Lansing, MI 48824 USA
Business Computer Science Key Programs Mechanical Engineering Human Biology Advertising Management
Tuition: $39,830 Costs Room & Board: $10,522
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Middle 50% of fall 2019 freshmen: 3.5-4.0 GPA; 23-29 ACT; 1130-1310 SAT. For more information, refer to: admissions.msu.edu/apply/freshman/before-you-apply/default.aspx
Prospective students have the option to apply wihtout submitting an ACT or SAT score. This change to test optional is the main update to the application process of previous years, and Test Optional Status students who apply without a test score will still be considered for merit scholarships. To learn more, visit: www.admissions.msu.edu/apply/freshman/before-you-apply/test-optional.aspx
Early action (non-binding) - November 1st (maximum scholarship consideration) Application & Scholarship Regular admission - February 1st Deadlines Rolling admission - after February 1st
- Applications for admission are available at admissions.msu.edu/apply, as well as through the Coalition Application and Common Application. MSU has no preference for one type of application over another but requires that prospective students only submit one application for admission. Please note that the MSU application serves as a student’s application for Important Facts admission to MSU, as well as an application for scholarships and our Honors College. - Interested students should submit an application by November 1 for maximum scholarship consideration. Information on merit-based scholarships can be found at: admissions.msu.edu/cost-aid/merit-based-aid - Each year, nearly 600 top organizations conduct more than 15,000 interviews on the MSU campus. MSU’s Career Services Network aids students with a range of services, including
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 50 www.carrnet.org career advising, deciding on a major, attaining internships and, eventually, finding full-time work or graduate/professional study opportunities.
- 34th among the nation’s top public universities (U.S. News & World Report, 2020) - Top 100 global university (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2020) - 93% placement rate within six months of graduation (spartansuccess.msu.edu) - Gold rating for sustainability achievements (Association for the Advancement of Updates Sustainability in Higher Education) - First year and second year students (including transfer students, regardless of the number of transfer credits granted) must now live in on-campus housing for the first four semesters they are enrolled. This second-year live-on requirement will begin with the first-year entering class of fall 2021, who would then live on campus for a second academic year beginning in fall 2022.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 51 www.carrnet.org Michigan Technological University
Location Houghton, Michigan
Founded 1885
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.mtu.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.mtu.edu/flex Undergraduate Student 5,642 Enrollment
Tara Brewer (906) 214-4524 Regional Contact Info [email protected] Christine Grotzke (906) 281-1967 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931, USA
Engineering Computing Key Programs Natural and Physical Sciences Mathematics Business
Tuition: $37,333 Costs Room & Board: $11,314
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Our program requirements vary a bit from program to program. The vast majority of the students at Michigan Tech come in having above a 3.0/4.0 GPA in their high school coursework.
This past year, we have been test-blind. We are reviewing our policies for students entering Fall Test Optional Status 2022.
Application & Scholarship Rolling Admissions, but recommend by Dec. 1st to be in the first round of financial aid Deadlines packaging
- Our placement rate is 93.5% within 6 months of graduation (within their field of study) Important Facts - We are in the top 20 for the highest early-career salary in the nation, with a median starting salary of $65,000 - We have over 35 accelerated master’s programs
- New programs in Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics, Sustainable Bioproducts, Math & Computer Science Updates - We now have an Esports team for which there are scholarships available - Automatic merit-based scholarships for out-of-state students ranging from $10,000-16,000 per year - Our top competitive scholarship program, Leading Scholars, has a deadline of October 15th
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 52 www.carrnet.org Monmouth College
Location Monmouth, IL
Founded 1853
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.monmouthcollege.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.monmouthcollege.edu/covid-19/ Undergraduate Student 900 Enrollment
Julio Trujillo Regional Contact Info (309) 536-0292 [email protected]
School Contact Info 700 East Broadway, Monmouth, IL 61462 USA
Engineering Key Programs Global Public Health Neuroscience Data Science
Tuition: $41,330 Costs Room & Board: $9,630
Application Platforms Common App
- Recommended 3.0 G.P.A on a 4.0 scale Admissions Requirements - Submit Official High School Transcripts - Test Optional
Yes, Monmouth remains Test Optional Test Optional Status Monmouth is proudly test optional. While we welcome the submission of standardized test scores, students are not required to submit them to complete their application
Application & Scholarship Rolling Admissions - Early Action Deadline November 15, 2020 Deadlines Priority Scholarship January 15, 2021
- We remain Test Optional Important Facts - Average Class Size: 14 (79% of classes have fewer than 20 students) - Campus: 112 acres, includes a 33-acre nature preserve, athletic park and a 6-acre Educational Garden & Farm.
- We remain Test Optional Updates - Virtual Events and on-campus events- feature mini classes - Bag pipe and Highland Drumming Scholarships available
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 53 www.carrnet.org Northern Michigan University
Location Marquette, Michigan
Founded 1899
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.nmu.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://nmu.edu/safe-on-campus/home Undergraduate Student 7,600 Enrollment
Alison Crowley (906) 250-2791 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Sarah McLean-Nelson (906) 250-2862 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1401 Presque Isle Avenue, Marquette, MI 49855 United States of America
1. Nursing/Medical areas 2. Art and Design Key Programs 3. Criminal Justice/Forensic Science 4. Medicinal Plant Chemistry 5. Environmentally related such as Sustainability, Fisheries/Wildlife, etc.
Tuition: $17,200 Costs Room & Board: $11,000
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Prefer to see a 2.25/4.0 gpa. For applicants for the Fall of 2021, we are not requiring a test score for admissions or scholarship consideration.
No test score needed for current applicants. Some merit scholarship amounts would increase if a Test Optional Status test score was provided but is not necessary. Application & Scholarship Rolling Deadlines
1. Beautiful location on the shores of Lake Superior in the Upper Peninsula (6 1/2 hr drive) Important Facts 2. Out-of-state scholarships bring cost to less than most Illinois schools 3. 177 amazing programs in a middle sized (7,600) institution
1. New scholarships given to all students accepted in good standing (2.25 gpa or higher) 2. New majors in dance, indoor agriculture, musical theater, business analytics, and theater technology/design Updates 3. Virtual and on-campus visits accepted for the current school year. Entirely virtual scholarship competition. 4. Prioritizing the holistic wellness of students, staff, and faculty
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 54 www.carrnet.org The Ohio State University
Location Columbus, OH
Founded 1871
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.osu.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://safeandhealthy.osu.edu/ Undergraduate Student 46,818 Enrollment
Josephine West Regional Contact Info (630) 408-0260 [email protected]
School Contact Info 281 W Lane Ave, Columbus, OH 43210 USA
Business-Top 10 Business School- Fisher College of Business Engineering Key Programs Teaching Nursing Pre-Med
Tuition: $33,500 Costs Room & Board: $13,000
Application Platforms Common App
Criteria of our holistic review, in no particular order: - Successful completion of Ohio State's minimum college prep requirements (see table below) - High school performance (class rank or GPA), including participation in accelerated programs like Honors, AP and IB; Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for class rank or GPA - Standardized test score (ACT or SAT); Ohio State does not have minimum requirements for ACT or SAT scores - Ohio State has adopted a one-year TEST-OPTIONAL policy for most 2021 applicants. Admissions Requirements Read the Testing FAQs. - Ability and desire to contribute to and engage with a diverse campus community - Experiences that demonstrate leadership or engaged involvement (e.g., co-curricular activities, work experiences or military service) - Status as a first-generation college student - Demonstration of outstanding talent in a particular area - High school performance if adversely affected by physical, mental or learning environment factors - Eligibility for and likelihood of benefiting from organized support services at Ohio State
Test Optional Status Yes, 2021 only Application & Scholarship November 15th Deadlines
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 55 www.carrnet.org For 149 years, The Ohio State University's campus in Columbus has been the stage for academic achievement and a laboratory for innovation. It's where friendships are forged. It's where rivalries and revelry are born. Important Facts The university's main campus is one of America's largest and most comprehensive. As Ohio's best and one of the nation's top-20 public universities, Ohio State is further recognized by a top- rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center. As a land-grant university, Ohio State has a physical presence throughout the state, with campuses and research centers located around Ohio.
- Leadership announcement. Kristina M. Johnson as the 16th president in university history. She brings more than 30 years of experience as an academic, business and policy leader — and will begin her tenure on Sept. 1st. - Focus on racial justice. Ohio State is establishing a university task force to examine issues related to racism and racial disparities. The task force will bring forward specific recommendations for changes to policies, processes, practices and programs that will help Ohio State be a better example of the ideal university. Updates - 3rd among U.S. flagship universities for efforts to control in-state tuition over the past decade (Chronicle of Higher Education) - Access, affordability and excellence. The university has made creating greater access to an excellent and affordable Buckeye education a strategic priority. - Top 12 public research university and No. 3 nationally in industry-sponsored research (National Science Foundation) - First Year Experience (FYE), Learning Communities and Undergraduate Research programs named among the nation’s exemplary programs leading to student success (U.S. News and World Report)
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 56 www.carrnet.org Ohio University
Location Athens, Ohio
Founded 1804
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website http://www.ohio.edu
COVID-19 Updates http://www.ohio.edu/coronavirus Undergraduate Student 22,000 Enrollment
Stacy Oliver Regional Contact Info (740) 593-4104 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1 Ohio University Drive, Athens, Ohio 45701 United States
Business Administration and Management Journalism Key Programs Registered Nursing Engineering Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Tuition: $22,406 Costs Room & Board: $10,800
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
OHIO operates on a holistic, selective review and looks for evidence of academic preparation in a strong college-prepatory curriculum when reviewing applications for admission. We consider Admissions Requirements the following criteria: strength of curriculum, performance in curriculum, class rank, grade point average, ACT and/or SAT scores (if provided). Selective programs may have additional requirements. Yes. OHIO adopted a permanent test optional pathway. All applicants, including test-optional Test Optional Status applicants, will be eligible to be considered for University benefits, including direct admission to academic programs, merit-based scholarships, and honors and scholars programs.
Application & Scholarship Early Action Deadline - November 15th Deadlines Rolling Admission Deadline - February 1st
- Ohio University is home to the Honors Tutorial College, the only tutorial degree granting program in the US. Important Facts - Ohio University is home to more than 600 student organizations and 16 NCAA Division I athletic teams. - Ohio University is consistently ranked in the top arts communities, top college towns, and most beautiful campus.
Updates Currently offering a full slate of virtual visit opportunities, including tours, panels, and individual advising.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 57 www.carrnet.org Ohio Wesleyan University
Location Delaware, OH
Founded 1842
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.owu.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.owu.edu/about/safe-campus-guide-covid-19/ Undergraduate Student 1,500 Enrollment
Rob Walton Regional Contact Info (740) 203-6813 [email protected]
School Contact Info 61 S. Sandusky St, Delaware, OH 43015 United States
Zoology Economics/Business Key Programs Psychology Health & Human Kinetics Politics & Government
Tuition: $47,130 Costs Room & Board: $12,696
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- Transcripts - 3.0 GPA and above preferred but not required - Test optional Admissions Requirements - Essay - Recommendations - Activities
Test Optional Status Yes
Application & Scholarship ED November 15; EA December 1; RD March 1. Many scholarships are awarded at time of Deadlines admission.
- Only 5 hours from Chicago, in north suburban Columbus, OH metro area. Important Facts - 90 majors and 60 minors - OWU Connection is our travel learning experience
- Smith Hall has been completely renovated/transformed - ALL NEW first-year residence. Updates - Brand New apartment complex will be completed by Fall 2021 - Dining is now available 24/7 - OWU froze tuition for 2020-21
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 58 www.carrnet.org Penn State University
Location University Park, Pennsylvania
Founded 1855
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.admissions.psu.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.virusinfo.psu.edu Undergraduate Student 76,000 Enrollment
Traci Dahlinger Regional Contact Info (847) 922-8634 [email protected]
School Contact Info 201 Shields Building, University Park, Pennsylvania 16802 United States
Engineering Business Key Programs Nursing Communications Pre-Med
Tuition: $42,306 Costs Room & Board: $12,318
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
The ranges below represent the middle 50 percent of students offered admission for summer/fall 2020 (they are not cutoffs or averages): - High School GPA (4.0 scale) for University Park is 3.55-3.90 Admissions Requirements - SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing + Math 1240-1410 - Composite ACT 27-33 Some colleges and majors require the completion of additional math in high school in order to be eligible for admission. Penn State has moved into a test-optional evaluation process for the 2021 admissions cycle. We are making this change to give Penn State applicants a choice that will ease the anxiety that many future students and families are experiencing as a result of test-taking disruptions due to Test Optional Status the COVID-19 pandemic. Test-optional means that students will have the opportunity to decide whether they would like us to include SAT or ACT exam scores in the evaluation of their application. Once a student’s application is submitted, their test-optional choice is confirmed and cannot be changed. Application & Scholarship The deadline for first-year, domestic students to apply Early Action is November 1st Deadlines
- 20 Campuses across Pennsylvania in unique community settings. Important Facts - Four year degrees at every campus. - More than 700,000 alumni affiliated with Penn State.
Updates Penn State has moved into a test-optional evaluation process for the 2021 admissions cycle.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 59 www.carrnet.org Providence College
Location Providence, RI
Founded 1917
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.providence.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.providence.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 4,139 Enrollment
Megan ORourke Regional Contact Info (401) 865-1077 [email protected]
School Contact Info One Cunningham Square, Providence, RI 02918 United States
Business Biology/Sciences Key Programs Health Policy and Management Public and Community Service Studies Fine Arts (including studio art)
Tuition: $54,388 Costs Room & Board: $15,590
Application Platforms Common App
PC is Common App only. We require the application (including activity list and essay), Admissions Requirements transcript, and one letter of recommendation. We have a supplemental essay that we encourage students to submit (although not required) and we will review test scores if they are submitted. Test Optional Status Tests are not required for admission or scholarship consideration at Providence College.
Early Action 1 and Early Decision 1 is November 1st Application & Scholarship Early Decision 2 and Regular Decision is January 15th Deadlines Students are considered for scholarships at the time they apply. - Providence College offers a unique spin to a core curriculum through the Western Civ requirement. DWC (Development of Western Civ) provides students a class that spans two years, is team taught, and covers a host of subjects. These classes are engaging, teach students how to think critically, communicate professionally, and how to analyze both the discussions in class and the books they'll read. They are well prepared to succeed in any area because of what they learn in these classes. Important Facts - 92% of students return their sophomore year, 96% of students participate in an internship/career experience prior to graduation, and 98% of students are employed within 6 months of graduating. - As a Catholic and Dominican school, giving back is important to PC students. There are over 110 student organizations, with over half of PC students participating in intramural sports, and over 3500 students participating in service opportunities each year they are on campus.
Updates - PC updated our letter of recommendation requirement this year for applicants. We now only require one letter of recommendation instead of two.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 60 www.carrnet.org - Students in all majors have the opportunity to collaborate with faculty members to conduct research on campus and across the globe. Students are also able to present their research at national conferences and at our Celebration of Student Scholarship and Creativity. Grants are also available to juniors/seniors who want to pursue research on their own. - Providence College is located about two miles from city center. The city of Providence provides a wealth of opportunities for students to enjoy-it's a city of neighborhoods, with some very cool historical sites. We encourage students to visit when they can-either the summer going into senior year or once they've been admitted. - Providence is a Division 1 school, with 16 teams competing in the Big East Conference. PC is known for basketball and hockey, but also offer cross country, field hockey, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming and diving, tennis, track, and volleyball.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 61 www.carrnet.org Purdue University
Location West Lafayette, IN
Founded 1869
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.purdue.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://protect.purdue.edu/?utm_source=president&utm_medium=video&utm_campaign=covid19 Undergraduate Student 32,672 Enrollment
Mary Ward Regional Contact Info (765) 496-0705 [email protected]
School Contact Info 475 Stadium Mall Drive, West Lafayette, IN 47907 United States
Engineering (17 Options) Computer Science (First CS degree program in the US formed in 1962) Key Programs Nursing (Direct Admit) Business (Krannert School of Management) Pharmacy (2 Year Pre-Pharm Opportunity)
Tuition: $28,784 Costs Room & Board: $10,030
Application Platforms Common App
Applications are reviewed on an individual and holistic basis. First and foremost, applicants must be prepared academically for the rigors of college Admissions Requirements and the academic demands specific to the Purdue college, school, or program to which they are seeking admission. Please find additional requirements at www.purdue.edu/purdue/admissions For Spring, Summer, and Fall 2021, Purdue is test flexible. This means that if a student can take an SAT or ACT, we prefer they do so. However, we recognize that possible cancellations and Test Optional Status postponement of national standardized tests due to pandemic restrictions may be impacting students’ applications. With that in mind, we will move forward and review any application from a student who is unable to take a standardized test.
November 1: Will remain the Early Action application deadline. Students must complete their application by the Early Action deadline for University-wide merit scholarship consideration and Application & Scholarship Honors College consideration. December 15: Deadline to submit the Supplemental Scholarship Application and FAFSA (for students who want to be considered for scholarships awarded by our Deadlines individual colleges). January 15: Regular Decision application deadline and students who apply RD will have a decision by March 31. January 15: Date by which students who met the EA, November 1 application deadline will have an admission decision.
- Leading research institutions with nearly 2000 research opportunities for undergraduate students. Important Facts - More than 200 majors, over 70 master's degrees/doctoral programs and professional degrees in Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine. - More than 1000 student organizations and 18 NCAA Division I sports teams
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 62 www.carrnet.org What's New at Purdue Fall 2020: - Only using Common Application for admission Updates - Tuition Freeze for 9th year in a row. - Many new building including STEM and two new residence halls - Students may again select first- and second-choice major when applying. We will only consider them for their second choice if they are not admissible to their first choice.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 63 www.carrnet.org Purdue University Northwest
Location Hammond, IN
Founded 1946
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.pnw.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.pnw.edu/pnw-and-coronavirus-covid-19/ Undergraduate Student 9,106 Enrollment
Martha Faye Ikner Regional Contact Info (618) 434-7521 [email protected]
School Contact Info 2200 169th, Hammond, Indiana 46323 United States
Nursing Engineering Key Programs Business Sociology- Criminal Justice Computer Science
Tuition: $11,336 Costs Room & Board: $5,707
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements 3.0 and higher cumulative & 840 SAT composite or 16/17 ACT composite 2.0 cumulative & 980 SAT composite or 18 ACT composite
We are Test-Optional and will look at the strength of your grades and classes. An essay may be Test Optional Status required for further review.
Application & Scholarship Rolling Admissions Deadlines December 1st for scholarships
- 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio - 2 campuses =1 school; you can study in rural setting of Westville or the Urban setting of Important Facts Hammond. - We have an Experiential Learning program that every student has to do an internship, research, externship or etc. mandated before they graduate.
- We have a new major; Criminal Justice! Updates - We are the 1st public university in Indiana to offer Esports at the varsity level. - Nils K. Nelson Bioscience Innovation building is a 68,000 square foot building featuring state-of-the-art classrooms for Nursing and Biology programs.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 64 www.carrnet.org Saint Louis University
Location Saint Louis, MO
Founded 1818
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.slu.edu/admission/index.php
COVID-19 Updates https://www.slu.edu/health-advisory/index.php Undergraduate Student 8,072 Enrollment
Anna Schuh (773) 666-5890 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Michelle Rogers (708) 952-0985 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63103 United States
Physical Therapy Nursing Key Programs Biology (Pre-Med) Business Engineering (including Flight Science)
Tuition: $46,400 Costs Room & Board: $12,920
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Holistic admission process, each student is evaluated by ACT/SAT (optional), GPA, essay review, and more.
Yes. All majors, honors and scholars programs, and scholarships at SLU will be test-optional for Test Optional Status Fall 2021 through Spring 2024. Students will be given the same consideration for admission and scholarships whether or not they submit a test score. Application & Scholarship December 1st priority deadline Deadlines
- Full campus in Madrid, Spain (study abroad & full-time study options) Important Facts - Direct entry offered to all programs, including Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Masters of Occupational Therapy, and Bachelors in Science in Nursing - Student to faculty ratio is 9:1 and average class size is 27
- A new direct entry Communication Sciences and Disorders Scholars program is starting in Fall 2020, offering direct entry into SLU’s CSD graduate program for incoming freshman. Applications are due February 1st. Updates - The new SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital and Ambulatory Care Center will open in 2020. - A new $50 million Interdisciplinary Science and Engineering Building will open in 2020. - SLU's Secondary Education program will return starting Fall 2020 at the undergraduate level.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 65 www.carrnet.org Saint Mary's College
Location Notre Dame, IN
Founded 1844
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.saintmarys.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.saintmarys.edu/live-learn-work Undergraduate Student 1,414 Enrollment
Ana Martin del Campo Regional Contact Info (574) 876-7586 [email protected]
School Contact Info 122 Lemans Hall, Notre Dame, IN 46556 United States
STEM Engineering Program Nursing Key Programs Education Social Work Political Science
Tuition: $45,720 Costs Room & Board: $13,470
Application Platforms Common App
- High School Transcript - SAT or ACT scores (unless students plan to apply Test Optional) - our code for the SAT is Admissions Requirements 1702 and our code for the ACT is 1244 (writing scores are optional) - Secondary School Report with Counselor Recommendation - Personal Essay
Yes our institution is Test Optional. Due to COVID-19, there are no GPA requirements to qualify for Test Optional status. If students apply Test Optional, the Office of Admission Test Optional Status reserves the right to request additional documents, such as an academic writing sample and/or a teacher recommendation, if we believe it will give us a clearer sense of a student's preparation for Saint Mary's during the holistic review process.
Application & Scholarship Early Decision: November 14th Deadlines Regular Decision: Feburary 14th
- Saint Mary's continue to have small class sizes where the student to faculty ratio is 10:1 - Our merit scholarships continue to increase every year. All admitted students receive merit Important Facts scholarships($12,500-$26,000) based on their GPA, Class Rank and Test Scores if they did not apply as test optional - The tri-campus experience, particularly our relationship with the University of Notre Dame, opens up many opportunities for Saint Mary's students.
- Over the summer, all of our residence halls were updated, academic halls have gone through Updates serious upgrades and our roads were repaved. Also, our Athletic facility is brand new, it was finished in 2018.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 66 www.carrnet.org - Book Award- Seniors who attend a virtual tour or virtual events hosted by Saint Mary's College will receive a $500 Book Award. Juniors who attend campus will be granted the Book Award. - Research opportunities continue to grow for students particularly wanting to major in a Science related field.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 67 www.carrnet.org Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Location Winona, MN
Founded 1912
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.smumn.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.smumn.edu/about/covid-19-planning Undergraduate Student 1,100 Enrollment
Brenda Jones Regional Contact Info (815) 321-1821 [email protected]
School Contact Info 700 Terrace Heights, #2, Winona, MN 55987 United States
Finance Biology Key Programs Marketing Elementary Education Business Intelligence and Analytics
Tuition: $38,800 Costs Room & Board: $9,900
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Application Official transcripts Admissions Requirements An essay or writing sample ACT/SAT test scores-optional Additional documentation (as requested) Yes, Saint Mary's will be test optional for regular applicants. For 3+2 PA applicants the will be Test Optional Status required to take our math placement exam if they do not have an ACT or SAT score to submit. Application & Scholarship Rolling Deadlines 1. Merit scholarships between $20,000-$25,000, $2,000 automatic out of state grant, $1,000 Visit scholarship Important Facts 2. 17 NCAA Division III intercollegiate teams 3. All theater majors participate in a semester of theater studies in London.
1. 3+2 Physician Assistant Program in collaboration with Mayo Clinic starting Fall 2019 2. Brother William Hall opening Fall 2019. This new hall houses students in double rooms, co- ed single sex by floor. Amenities include in room bathroom, air conditioning, laundry on every Updates floor. 3. Saint Mary’s plans to launch a B.S. in Nursing program on the Winona Campus in fall 2021. 4. A new facility, expected to be completed by fall 2021, will include many new labs, simulation rooms and areas for practical hands-on learning experiences.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 68 www.carrnet.org Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Location Carbondale
Founded 1869
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://siu.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://siu.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 10,000 Enrollment
Jhonathan Vallecilla (773) 231-8251 [email protected]
Rachel Jackson Regional Contact Info (773) 236-7638 [email protected]
Reynaldo Diaz (773) 481-6659 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1263 Lincoln Dr, Carbondale, IL 62901 US
Aviation Automotive Engineering Technician Key Programs Business Education Engineering
Tuition: $14,904 Costs Room & Board: $10,622
Application Platforms Direct Application
At SIU Carbondale, applicants for admission will be eligible for automatic admission if they are on track to complete our course pattern requirements and who meet one of the following criteria: Admissions Requirements - A cumulative high school GPA of 2.75 - A ranking in the top 10% of their graduating class - A test score equivalent to a 23 ACT or 1140 SAT
Yes! For as long as an applicant has a cumulative high school GPA of 2.75 or above they will Test Optional Status not be required to provide test scores and will be automatically admitted.
We exercise a rolling admissions policy so no deadline for the general application. (Certain Application & Scholarship selective program do have certain cut off dates to be considered. Students will be notified once Deadlines they that have applied if their program of interest fall under that criteria). Scholarships priority deadline is November 1st!
- Among the top 5% of all U.S Higher Ed Research Institutions Important Facts - Over 200 Programs Offered - For a seventh straight year SIU earned a spot in The Princeton Review's "Guide to 399 Green Colleges: 2019 Edition." SIU has received national recognition eight of the last nine
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 69 www.carrnet.org years. The honor is based on the university's sustainability-related policies, practices and programs.
- Changes in course formats due to COVID-19 include, traditional face-to-face courses, hybrid courses, in which some instruction is face-to-face but parts of the course may be provided online or in alternative format and courses fully online or in another alternative format Updates - Enrollment of first-time college students is up 31.2%, enrollment of new students from Southern Illinois is up 32.9% - Freshman-to-sophomore retention rate has increased to 80.6%, the highest in 20 years. - The university’s fall 2021 scholarships will be based on grade point average instead of ACT/SAT scores; this is a natural step following the university’s earlier decision to become test optional.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 70 www.carrnet.org Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville
Location Edwardsville, IL
Founded 1957
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.siue.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.siue.edu/about/announcements/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 11,000 Enrollment
Christina Rojas-Santos (618) 650-5485 [email protected]
Laura Monteagudo Regional Contact Info (618) 650-5486 [email protected]
Stephen Wilke (618) 650-5487 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1 Hairpin Dr., Box, Edwardsville, IL 62026 United States
Nursing Engineering Key Programs Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Dental Business
Tuition: $12,219 Costs Room & Board: $9,881
Application Platforms Direct Application
Sliding Scale:
Admissions Requirements - 2.5 GPA with a 17 ACT or 920 SAT or higher. - 2.3 GPA with an 18 ACT or 960 SAT or higher. - 2.0 GPA with a 19 ACT or 990 SAT or higher.
Not yet, but our Administration is discussing it. We hope to become test optional soon. Please Test Optional Status reach out to one of our three regional reps to get a full update. Application & Scholarship December 1 for Traditional Freshmen, March 1 for Transfer students. Deadlines - Textbooks are free to all students for all four years (we use a rental system). Important Facts - It is not mandatory for students to live on campus (70% choose to live on campus) - #11 in the Country for safest college campus.
Updates Our Scholarships and Direct Entry requirements are moving to test optional! (Website will be updated soon to reflect this).
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 71 www.carrnet.org Spring Hill College
Location Mobile, Alabama
Founded 1830
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.shc.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.shc.edu Undergraduate Student 1,300 Enrollment
Theresa Bertini Regional Contact Info (773) 368-4118 [email protected]
School Contact Info 4000 Dauphin Street, Mobile, AL 36608 United States
Nursing (#1 nursing program in the state) Business (3+1 undergrad and grad program) Key Programs Biology pre-med Communication Arts Education – Secondary Education
Tuition: $41,868 Costs Room & Board: $14,062
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements We look for our students to have about a 2.5 GPA with a 20-21 on the ACT. We will accept a lower ACT with a higher GPA.
Test Optional Status Yes, other than our athletes and nursing majors. Application & Scholarship Rolling Admissions Deadlines
- Third oldest Jesuit School Important Facts - Located on the Gulf Coast - Gulf Course located on campus
- Our 3+1 business program is new this year - Spring Hill College is being awarded a $3.2 million dollar grant, to be funded over five years, from the U.S. Health Resources & Services Administration's program for Scholarships for Updates Disadvantaged Students in our Nursing program. - We are NCAA Division 2 - We began an e-sports team
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 72 www.carrnet.org St. Ambrose University
Location Davenport, Iowa
Founded 1882
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.sau.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.sau.edu/covid19 Undergraduate Student 3,022 Enrollment
Jill Holubetz Regional Contact Info (563) 484-9146 [email protected]
School Contact Info 518 W Locust Street, Davenport, Iowa 52803 United States of America Healthcare and Wellness - Direct admit programs available for Social Work, Nursing, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Doctor of Occupational Therapy Business Key Programs Education (Early Childhood, Elementary, and Secondary; multiple endorsments available as well) Criminal Justice and Forensic Psychology Engineering (Industrial and Mechanical – both ABET – accredited) Tuition: $33,290 Costs Room & Board: $10,683
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements For admission, students must have a cumulative, unweighted GPA of 2.5 or above (on a 4.0 unweighted scale) from an accredited high school.
For students who meet our minimum GPA requirement for admission, St. Ambrose University has a test-optional* admissions policy. If students would like to submit scores, we will accept them if they are on their high school transcript or if they are sent directly from the appropriate Test Optional Status testing service. *Test scores are required for admission to specific programs and eligibility for top academic scholarships. Students should contact their Admissions Counselor for additional details. Application & Scholarship No Deadline Deadlines
- New programs launching in fall 2020 are the Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management, the Microcredential in Data Analytics, and the Microcredential in Digital Marketing. - St. Ambrose University is excited about this fall's re-opening of McMullen Hall, our newly renovated home to the College of Business and its eight undergraduate majors & four Important Facts graduate degree programs. The hallmark of the new construction is a two-story, light-filled atrium. Major design features include six classrooms able to accommodate new methods of learning and teaching, as well as two computer labs, a finance lab, a sales lab, a co- curricular lab, a large tiered lecture hall, multi-functional classroom space, and a student commons area. - Twice per year, hundreds of SAU students participate in neighborhood service projects, Urban Plunge and Bee the Difference Day, where they build relationships with community
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 73 www.carrnet.org members and peers. Last year, SAU students volunteered over 160,000 hours of their time giving back to the community!
Because the health and safety of our university employees, students, and visitors are paramount Updates we are offering limited in-person campus visits and expanded Virtual Visit options. Additionally, SAU will actively participate in large-scale virtual events such as the StriveScan Virtual College Exploration Program and NACAC Virtual College Fairs.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 74 www.carrnet.org St. Norbert College
Location DePere, Wi
Founded 1898
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.snc.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.snc.edu/covid19/ Undergraduate Student 2,000 Enrollment
Kathryn Hankamp Regional Contact Info (630) 202-2279 [email protected]
School Contact Info 100 Grant St., DePere, WI 54115 United States
Business Key Programs Education (Earl, Middle and Secondary) Sciences (Pre-Professional tracks and one direct entry program) Communications and Media Studies
Tuition: $40,885 Costs Room & Board: $11,396
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Completed application High School transcripts ACT/SAT (test optional) Admissions Requirements Essay/Personal statment (optional) Letter of Recommendation (optional) Every applicant is reviewed based on their cumulative weighted GPA, superscored ACT/SAT (if submittted) academic rigor, involment and more. St. Norbert College is test optional. Students have the choice to submit their test scores for Test Optional Status consideration. Test scores are also optional for all partnership programs and Honors program. There is not a disadvantage should a student decide to not submit their scores. Application & Scholarship Rolling admissions. A select number of scholarships have deadlines in February. Deadlines
- St. Norbert College is the only Norbertine college in the world. - We've invested $150 million in campus improvements including a new dining commons, Important Facts library, fitness center and a $40 million science center that also houses the Medical College of Wisconsin. - Ranked in the top ten in the nation for best food on campus
- SNC received a nearly $1 million dollar STEM grant from the National Science Foundation to fund four-year scholarships for students majoring in the STEM programs who Updates demonstrate financial need. - The college has added a new data analytics major and recently announced a partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin to offer an accelerated Master of Public Health degree program.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 75 www.carrnet.org - St. Norbert College will join the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference beginning in the 2021-22 season in all sports except hockey (NCHA). - The college has a partnertship with Concordia University Wi. that will offer SNC students who qualify for preferred admission status in their Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Physician's Assistant programs
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 76 www.carrnet.org Syracuse University
Location Syracuse, NY
Founded 1870
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.syracuse.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.syracuse.edu/fall2020/?redirect Undergraduate Student 15,000 Enrollment
April Lynch Regional Contact Info (708) 834-8987 [email protected]
School Contact Info 900 S. Crouse Ave, Syracuse, NY 13244 United States
Broadcast and Digital Journalism Management Key Programs Architecture Sports Management/Sports Analytics Theater/Music Theater
Tuition: $54,300 Costs Room & Board: $16,360
Application Platforms Common App
Admissions Requirements Application, Fee, Transcripts, Test Scores, 2 Academic Letters of Rec, Counselor Evaluation
Test Optional Status We are test optional for the current year. Application & Scholarship Early Decision - November 15th, Regular Decison - January 1st Deadlines - Students are automatically considered for merit based scholarships. Important Facts - We are a Research 1 institution and encourage students to participate in research. - Students can easily take course in other academic colleges.
- Schine Student center is undergoing renovations - The Carrier Dome is almost done with renovations Updates - The Barnes Center is open - a one stop wellness center with workout, counseling, and wellness options - New Business Analytics Major
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 77 www.carrnet.org Texas A&M University
Location College Station, TX
Founded 1876
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.tamu.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.tamu.edu/coronavirus/index.html Undergraduate Student 54,500 Enrollment
Libby Burger Regional Contact Info (979) 324-3459 [email protected]
School Contact Info 400 Bizzell Street, College Station, TX 77843 United States
- Engineering - 11 different types to choose from and accounts for roughly 1/3rd of our student Key Programs population - Business - Mays School of Business in the Top 10 in Nation - Meteorology - In the College of Geosciences, ranked within the Top 5 in the Nation.
Tuition: $40,476 Costs Room & Board: $11,400
Application Platforms Coalition Application
All out-of-state students will go through a holistic review, taking into account a student's overall GPA, rigor of classes taken, extra curricular activities, hardships and unique opportunities and letters of recommendation. We will require a submitted application through either Coalition or Admissions Requirements Apply Texas, by December 1st. We also will require a SRAR (self-reported academic record) to be submitted in lieu of an official transcript being sent, at least initially. We will also require 1-2 essays (Engineering students have an additional essay to submit in comparison to all other students). We also strongly recommend two letters of recommendation. For those applying for the Fall of 2021, yes, we have moved to test optional. Typically it is a Test Optional Status requirement however, and may move forward with future semesters requiring an ACT/SAT for admission. Application & Scholarship December 1st Deadline - both Admission and Scholarship Applications. Deadlines
- 3rd largest university in the nation
Important Facts - #1 in the Nation for public university students studying abroad! - College Station houses the main campus for Texas A&M, with its beautiful 5200 square acres nestled in the center of the Houston-Dallas-Austin triangle.
- We have moved to Test Optional for the 2021 Year. Depending on how the state of the world continues to move over the next few months, we may begin to require an ACT/SAT again for Updates future semesters/years but that is still to be determined. - To receive the out-of-state fee waiver scholarship, a student must have a total of at least $4,000 of competitive scholarship awarded to them from Texas A&M, rather than the $3,000.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 78 www.carrnet.org Texas Christian University
Location Fort Worth, TX
Founded 1873
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.tcu.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://admissions.tcu.edu/coronavirus Undergraduate Student 9,477 Enrollment
Jill Countryman Regional Contact Info (817) 257-2673 [email protected]
School Contact Info TCU Box 297013, Fort Worth, TX 76129 USA
Nursing Business Key Programs Health Sciences (Pre-Med) Communication Dance
Tuition: $51,600 Costs Room & Board: $14,040
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
- Mid 50% ACT (for Fall 2020): 26-31 (super-scored) Admissions Requirements - Mid 50% SAT (for Fall 2020): 1150-1340 - Average GPA (unweighted): 3.56
Test Optional Status TCU is test-option for the Fall 2021 recruitment cycle. Application & Scholarship Early Action & Early Decision: November 1 Regular Decision: February 1 Deadlines
- Freshman to Sophomore retention rate is 91% - TCU is a good fit! Important Facts - Marching band & color guard students receive a $3K stipend each Fall semester. - Our residence halls are ranked in the Top Ten in the U.S. (Princeton Review).
- New Interdisciplinary Inquiry major allows students can create their own major. Updates - TCU students have access to Equine Therapy services. - New Fine Arts building. - Added Athletic Training as a master's (Movement Science is undergrad major)
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 79 www.carrnet.org Trine University
Location Angola, IN
Founded 1884
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.trine.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.trine.edu/trine-strong/index.aspx Undergraduate Student 4,774 Enrollment
Alexander Goplin Regional Contact Info (312) 343-1886 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1 University Avenue, Angola, IN 46703 United States
Engineering Business Key Programs Health Sciences Education Arts & Sciences
Tuition: $32,990 Costs Room & Board: $11,000
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- Application and Transcript Admissions Requirements - Everyone is evaluated on an individual basis. - Test-Optional
Yes, we are test optional. Submit transcript and application, alert admission counselor to test Test Optional Status optional and your application will be reviewed. Application & Scholarship Rolling Admission Deadlines
- Trine University is known for Engineering. Important Facts - We are test optional this year. - We are open for in person visits both on campus and virtual! https://www.trine.edu/admission-aid/visit/index.aspx
- New Majors: Plastics Engineering Technology, Actuarial Sciences and Robotics and Updates Mechatronics - $155 million in campus improvements in 15 years. - Trine offers direct entry to DPT and PA programs
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 80 www.carrnet.org University College Dublin
Location Dublin, Ireland
Founded 1854
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.ucd.ie/global
COVID-19 Updates https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at-ucd/covid-19faqs/ Undergraduate Student 19,000 Enrollment
Bridie Troy (646) 690-9025 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Jim Pierson (847) 373-6731 [email protected]
School Contact Info UCD Dublin, Belfield, Dublin, Ireland 00000 Ireland
English Literature Politics & International Relations Key Programs International Business Biology Biomedical Engineering
Tuition: $23,000 Costs Room & Board: $12,000
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- Minimum ACT 22 or SAT 1090 - Minimum Cumulative GPA 3.0 / 4.0 unweighted Admissions Requirements - AP Scores of 3 or better and SAT II scores of 500 or better also considered - Entry requirements vary by program, for a full list see https://www.ucd.ie/global/study-at- ucd/undergraduate/entryrequirements/uscurriculum/
New for 2021 Entry, UCD has test flexible admissions options for students that do not present with ACT/SAT/AP scores. We encourage students with test scores to submit them, though Test Optional Status students without test scores are still eligible for admissions and scholarships. Students without standardized tests are encouraged to apply to our Liberal Art & Sciences course, which offers our most flexible degree with pathways to almost all courses. Application & Scholarship December 1st is the priority deadline to be eligible for scholarships and all academic programs Deadlines
- UCD is a public university in Ireland, the largest in the country with 28,000 students, including over 8,000 international students from 138 countries! Important Facts - There are no general education requirements for students at UCD, meaning history students never take another math class again! This also means many of our courses can be completed in 3 years
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 81 www.carrnet.org - Almost all of our programs offer internships, research placements, or further study abroad options! And after graduation, US students can stay and work in Ireland without a visa for 1-2 years.
- UCD seeks to offer on campus accommodation to all incoming first year students; all accommodation is single room, apartment style, and UCD is doubling our on campus bed space in the next 5 years Updates - New programs in Sustainability and in International Business are available to help students rise to the challenges of the future in a globalized world - Merit based scholarships are available that can cover from 10 to 100% of tuition and fees - Our Liberal Arts & Sciences program is a unique offering among international schools, giving s students something akin to an undecided major
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 82 www.carrnet.org The University of Alabama
Location Tuscaloosa, AL
Founded 1831
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.gobama.ua.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.healthinfo.ua.edu Undergraduate Student 32,000 Enrollment
Allison Pudlik Regional Contact Info (224) 227-3989 [email protected]
School Contact Info 203 Student Services Center, Box 870132, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487-0132 United States
Business Engineering Key Programs Nursing Pre-Professional/Medical Undecided
Tuition: $30,250 Costs Room & Board: $13,810
Application Platforms Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Students with a 21 ACT or 1060 SAT and a 3.0 GPA are considered good candidates for admission and are encouraged to apply directly through our website: gobama.ua.edu/apply
We are test optional for the 2021 application year. Students can find our admission application on our website: www.gobama.ua.edu/apply. A good candidate for test optional admission has a 3.0 cumulative, weighted GPA, 2.5 core GPA and meets all of the required core high school courses listed on our website. An essay, letter of recommendation, resume and interview are not Test Optional Status required for regular nor test optional admission. All students are encouraged to submit a test score, if available, for automatic, merit consideration. Once admitted to UA, all students have access to the competitive scholarship application; the scholarship application is due January 15th, 2021, and test scores will not be considered in competitive scholarship review.
Application Deadline – May 1st Application & Scholarship Competitive Scholarship Deadline – January 15th Deadlines Auto-Merit Scholarship Deadline – May 1st
- Sixty percent of undergraduate students are from out-of-state; Illinois is ranked 3rd in enrollment. Important Facts - UA is a leader among public universities nationwide in the enrollment of National Merit Scholars with more than 700 currently enrolled. - Students have access to over 600 organizations, including service based organizations that compile 1 million hours of community service annually.
- *NEW MAJOR* Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security will be offered through the College Updates of Engineering starting fall 2020. - UA offers a Bachelor of Science in Educational Neuroscience, and a minor in Neuroscience.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 83 www.carrnet.org - The Capstone College of Nursing graduating class of May 2019 had a 100 percent pass rate on the NCLEX on their first attempt. - UA Department of Advertising & Public Relations is named the "Most Outstanding Education Program" by PRWeek in 2020; making it the program's ninth recognition as a finalist, and first selection as the top program.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 84 www.carrnet.org The University of Arizona
Location Tucson, Arizona
Founded 1885
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.arizona.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://covid19.arizona.edu/updates Undergraduate Student 36,000 Enrollment
Emily Martinez Regional Contact Info (773) 849-3450 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1200 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85721 USA
Business Physiology & Medical Sciences Key Programs Engineering Fine Arts Physical & Space Sciences
Tuition: $36,600 Costs Room & Board: $13,000
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application
Students may earn admission to Arizona through the Assured Admission process if they attend a regionally accredited high school, rank in the top 25 percent of their graduating class, and have no course work deficiencies as prescribed by the Arizona Board of Regents or earn an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher in their core coursework. The Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) high school course requirements for admissions are: Admissions Requirements - English (4 units/years) - Math (4 units/years) - Laboratory sciences (3 units/years) - Social sciences (2 units/years) - Second language (2 units/years) - Either fine arts or career and technical education (1 unit/year)
For the Fall 2021 application year SAT/ACT scores are not required for general admission to the University, merit scholarship eligibility, or admission to our more selective programs such as the Test Optional Status Honors College. If a student chooses to submit official SAT/ACT scores, they may be used to assist with class placement at orientation or to help fulfill Arizona Board of Regents course competencies. Application & Scholarship 37012 Deadlines
- Arizona is a premier, Tier-1, Research 1 institution, and a renowned member of the prestigious American Association of Universities with over $680 million dollars in research Important Facts expenditures. - The UA was ranked No. 62 in Forbes' fourth annual "Best Value Colleges" list, recognizing the university's combination of first-rate educational opportunities and affordable pricing.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 85 www.carrnet.org - The University of Arizona, a land-grant university with two independently accredited medical schools, is one of the nation's top public universities, according to U.S. News & World Report.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 86 www.carrnet.org University of Arkansas
Location Fayetteville, AR
Founded 1871
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.uark.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://health.uark.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 22,825 Enrollment
Kimberly Boetger Regional Contact Info (479) 387-5932 [email protected]
School Contact Info 232 Silas H. Hunt Hall, Fayetteville, AR 72701 United States
Sam M. Walton College of Business College of Engineering Key Programs Fay Jones School of Architecture Dale Bumpers College of Agricultural, Food and Life Sciences College of Education and Health Professions
Tuition: $24,056 Costs Room & Board: $10,158
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- Fall 2021 Applicants: 3.2 GPA or higher and 16 core high school requirements - Fall 2021 Applicants: Below 3.2 GPA will need to submit ACT/SAT or take the Next Admissions Requirements Generation Accuplacer - Students must apply by November 15 priority admissions deadline to be considered for automatic admission.
- YES - Test Optional: - Applicants with a 3.20 high school GPA or higher (on a standard 4.00 scale) will be reviewed for admission to the University without a qualifying test score - Test Flexible: - Applicants with a 3.00 to 3.19 high school GPA (on a standard 4.00 scale) may elect to take the Next Generation Accuplacer Test (available online 2-3 times a week) in lieu of the ACT or SAT for admission and placement purposes. Applicants that score an average of 254 or higher on the Next Generation Accuplacer Test will be fully admitted to the University. Test Optional Status - Applicants with a 2.75 to 2.99 high school GPA (on a standard 4.00 scale) are encouraged to apply for consideration and may elect to take the Next Generation Accuplacer Test (available online 2-3 times a week) in lieu of the ACT or SAT for admission and placement purposes. The Admissions Committee will conduct a holistic review of the applicant's file, including optional personal statement prompts on the application for admission. - Test Required: - Applicants with a 2.74 or lower high school GPA (on a standard 4.00 scale) are encouraged to apply to be considered for the Transitions Academic Program and are required to submit an ACT or SAT test score for admission and placement purposes.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 87 www.carrnet.org The Admissions Committee will conduct a holistic review of the applicant's file, including optional personal statement prompts on the application for admission.
Application & Scholarship Rolling admission - November 15: priority admission deadline, Priority Scholarship Deadline: Deadlines Dec 1, Final Deadline: Feb 1
- Students who apply for fall 2021 admission are considered for the NRTA, which waives up to 90% of the out-of-state portion of tuition (a value of $14,800/year). Additional merit scholarships require a separate application and range from $2,000-$18,000/year. Visit www.scholarships.uark.edu. Important Facts - The Sam M. Walton College of Business ranks among the top 30 public business schools and is located near the headquarters of the world’s largest retailer, Walmart. More than 300 Fortune 500 companies have offices in Northwest Arkansas. Visit www.walton.uark.edu. - The past four years, Fayetteville has ranked top 5 best cities to live in by U.S. News & World Report.
- NRTA - New Arkansan Non-Resident Tuition Award - NO TEST SCORE REQUIRED FOR FALL 2021 - 90% 3.60 GPA - $14,825/year Updates - 80% 3.40 GPA - $13,175/year - 70% 3.20 GPA - $11,525/year - Students will receive up to a 90% discount off the difference of in-state/out-of-state tuition based on GPA. Students have all year to meet minimum GPA requirement for any of the three tiers.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 88 www.carrnet.org University of Cincinnati
Location Cincinnati, Ohio
Founded 1819
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.uc.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://admissions.uc.edu/coronavirus.html Undergraduate Student 26,932 Enrollment
Jennifer Sloan Regional Contact Info (331) 642-0607 [email protected]
School Contact Info 2600 Clifton Ave, Cincinnati, Ohio 45221 United States Engineering (all will participate in co-op program) Nursing (we have the first B.S.N. program in the US), Medical Sciences Key Programs Design, Architecture, Art and Planning (DAAP) (many of the programs are top ranked programs and most participate in co-op) Lindner College of Business College-Conservatory of Music Tuition: $27,472 Costs Room & Board: $13,000
Application Platforms Common App
UC direct admits to majors through a holistic review and admissibility can vary by program. University of Cincinnati uses the Common Application exclusively for incoming first year college applicants. Admissions Requirements Middle 50% of Fall 2020 First Year Class Profile: - GPA: 3.4-4.0 - ACT: 23-29 - SAT:1140 – 1330
Yes. Most programs at University of Cincinnati will consider students for admission with or without a standardized test score as part of their application. A test score is still required for the following programs: Test Optional Status - University Honors Program - College of Nursing Direct-Admit BSN program - Early Childhood Education Program (offered through the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services)
st Application & Scholarship Early Action is December 1. Scholarship Deadline is December 1 . Regular Decision is March 1st. Please note: all materials must be received by the deadline date in order for the application to Deadlines be considered complete and ready for review.
- University of Cincinnati was the first institution to utilize Co-operative education in 1906. Today, UC's co-op program is among the nation's best. UC students earn $65 million Important Facts annually working in about 6,000 co-op placements for 1,800 local, regional, national and international employers, including Apple, Boeing, Disney, Duke Energy, Fisher Price, General Electric, HBO, Kroger, NASA, Nike, Toyota and many more.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 89 www.carrnet.org - Forbes named UC among the most beautiful campuses in the world. - UC is classified as a Research I University (Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Commission, and is ranked as one of America's top 25 public research universities by the National Science Foundation.
- For the first time, students applying to most programs in the College of Design, Architecture, Art and Planning will have an opportunity to submit an optional portfolio. Updates - Our College-Conservatory of Music will now require a pre-screening for all programs. More details about requirements and deadlines by program can be found on their newly updated website: www.ccm.uc.edu
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 90 www.carrnet.org University of Dayton
Location Dayton OH
Founded 1850
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.udayton.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://udayton.edu/president/path-forward/index.php Undergraduate Student 8,200 Enrollment
Erin Soroosh (937) 668-1340 Regional Contact Info [email protected] Amy Hayes [email protected]
School Contact Info 300 College Park, Dayton, OH 45469 USA
Business Engineering Key Programs Health Sciences Teacher Education Human Rights Studies
Tuition: $44,890 Costs Room & Board: $14,580
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
- Holistic Review - Average GPA is a 3.5 Admissions Requirements - Middle 50% ACT 24 – 29 - SAT 1070 – 1280 - Test optional but we do super score if tests are sent - Letters of recommendation not required
Test Optional Status Yes - https://udayton.edu/apply/undergraduate/test-optional.php Application & Scholarship November 1 Early Action February 1 Regular Decision Deadlines - As the #1 Catholic university for sponsored engineering research and development, we offer students research and hands-on experiential learning opportunities that make a difference in the world. - With our transparent four-year tuition model, tuition stays the same for families all four Important Facts years, with no increases and no fees. Because of the plan, our students reduced borrowing by 20%, and since implementing our fixed net tuition plan, our four-year graduation rate has increased by four percentage points. - More than 85% of students live on campus and in our close-knit student neighborhood, and University of Dayton students are among the happiest students in the nation, according to The Princeton Review
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 91 www.carrnet.org - We are offering virtual tour options via our website - https://udayton.edu/apply/undergraduate/virtual-visit.php - UD launched a new bachelor of science in nursing degree in partnership with Sinclair Updates Community College. The 1+2+1 BSN education model allows students to begin their studies at UD in year one and complete them in year four. During years two and three, students are dually enrolled at UD and Sinclair, taking nursing courses and completing clinical rotations.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 92 www.carrnet.org University of Denver
Location Denver, CO
Founded 1864
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/undergraduate
COVID-19 Updates https://www.du.edu/coronavirus Undergraduate Student 5,774 Enrollment
Jennifer Gross Regional Contact Info (815) 337-6970 [email protected]
School Contact Info 2197 South Universtity Blvd, Dever, CO 80208 Univted States
Business (various concentrations) Music (various concentrations) Key Programs International Studies Biological Sciences Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, and Computer)
Tuition: $53,775 Costs Room & Board: $14,178
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Application $65 Application Fee / Essay / Counselor Recommendation / Official High School Admissions Requirements Transcript / Test Optional (if a student chooses to submit test scores - we super score ACT or SAT - No Writing required) 1-2 additional letters of recommendation (optional) https://www.du.edu/admission-aid/undergraduate-admission/test-optional If a student choosing to take the SAT and/or ACT standardized tests, feel their scores are an accurate representation of their ability, they may send them our way. We will consider these scores along with all other materials in your application file – staying consistent with our holistic Test Optional Status review process. If a student ultimately decide his/her test scores does not represent their abilities and potential, they can choose our test-optional process. We will then evaluate the application without considering this information, while maintaining a holistic review process.
Application & Scholarship APPLICATION - EA & ED1 = November 1 application / RD & ED2 = January 15 application / FINANCIAL AID - Must file FAFSA and CSS Profile for need based aid consideration - Deadlines Financial Aid Priority Deadlines - Nov 15 for Early Acton / Feb 1 for Regular Decision
1) The University of Denver is #4 in the nation for undergraduate Study Abroad participation. Important Facts 2) 74% of DU undergraduates have at least one internship during their four years here. 3) DU has a 12:1 student-faculty ratio and an average class size of 23 students.
Updates 1) The University of Denver is now test-optional for undergraduates who apply for Fall 2020 or after.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 93 www.carrnet.org 2) DU is in the midst of construction on three new campus buildings: a first-year residence hall, a community commons, and a career & alumni center. 3) DU is offering a new minor in Critical Race and Ethnic Studies. 4) This summer, DU welcomed its new chancellor, Dr. Jeremy Haefner.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 94 www.carrnet.org University of Illinois at Springfield
Location Springfield, Illinois
Founded 1969
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.uis.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.uis.edu/covid-19/ Undergraduate Student 2,700 Enrollment
Aaron Boettcher (217) 691-1053 [email protected]
Marla Johnson Regional Contact Info (217) 741-0682 [email protected]
Jhonatan Martinez (217) 691-5946 [email protected]
School Contact Info Office of Admissions, One University Plaza, MS UHB 1080, Springfield, IL 62703
Computer Science Medical Lab Science/Forensics Key Programs Political Science Psychology - especially Child Advocacy Studies Criminology and Criminal Justice
Tuition: $11,921 Costs Room & Board: $9,760
Application Platforms Direct Application
We take a wholistic view at each student. We look at unweighted GPA and a personal statement Admissions Requirements or answering 4 questions about UIS. Then we will review letters of recommendation if a student wants to submit them. Finally, we look at involvement and types of courses as well as grade trends. Test Optional Status Yes, we are test optional for Fall 2021. That includes admission and scholarships. Application & Scholarship Rolling admissions and academic scholarships are rolling as well. Deadlines
- Only public university in Illinois to be able to say that we are more diverse than our peer Important Facts institutions in the country and that we graduate our diversity at a higher rate than our peer institutions (study by ISBE). - Ranked #3 most LGBTQ Friendly college campus in the country.
- Our top ranked UIC Nursing Program on campus now has direct entry.Computer Science Updates department has been designed as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the NSA and department of homeland security. - #1 Ranked Public Regional University in Illinois by US News and Reports
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 95 www.carrnet.org - We are open in Fall 2020 for on campus housing, on campus classes, and on campus experiences.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 96 www.carrnet.org University of Illinois Urbana Champaign
Location Urbana, IL
Founded 1867
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://illinois.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://admissions.illinois.edu/covid19 Undergraduate Student 33,850 Enrollment
Scott Carlson (217) 300-7389 [email protected]
Erica Aguilar (217) 244-0742 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Keena Griffin (217) 300-1187 [email protected]
Alex Salas (217) 244-3877 [email protected]
School Contact Info 901 W. Illinois St., Urbana, IL 61801 US
Computer Science Gies College of Business (various majors) Key Programs Division of General Studies Psychology Engineering (various majors)
Tuition: $16,862 Costs Room & Board: $12,252
Application Platforms Coalition Application, Direct Application
Freshman Admission decisions are based on a variety of factors that are considered holisticially before a decision is made. The main factors we consider are grades and course rigor, ACT/SAT scores, the essay portion and extracurricular activities. Additional detailed information about our review process can be found at https://admissions.illinois.edu/Apply/Freshman/review: - We evaluate the strength of your academic record Admissions Requirements - We review your highest ACT or SAT score (if provided) - We consider the college to which you’re applying - We consider why you’re applying to a program - We look at your achievements outside the classroom - We analyze the opportunities given to you - We consider your background - We listen to your story
Test Optional Status SAT or ACT exams will not be required for consideration for admission, merit-based scholarships, or honors. Freshman applicants attending international high schools who elect test-
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 97 www.carrnet.org optional will be required to submit a TOEFL or IELTS exam to demonstrate English proficiency.
Early Action deadline for Fall 2021 – November 15th Regular Decision deadline for Fall 2021 – January 5th Application & Scholarship Your application for admission double as your application for all available scholarships or merit- Deadlines based aid (https://admissions.illinois.edu/Invest/scholarships) awarded through the University. You do not need to submit any additional materials to be considered for merit-based scholarships.
- Over 150+ academic programs are available. To see all of our academic programs check out our Program Explorer - https://myillini.illinois.edu/programs Important Facts - 86 of the Fortune 100 Companies recruited Illini last year with over 90% of our students securing their first destination upon graduation. Check out Illini Success to see what our graduates have accomplished - https://illinisuccess.illinois.edu/ - 7,000+ courses offered each year with fewer than 50 students in 80% of our classes
New Majors: - Arts and Entertainment Technology Updates - Brain and Cognitive Sciences - Computer Science + Animal Science - Metropolitan Food and Environmental Systems - Sustainable Design
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 98 www.carrnet.org University of Iowa
Location Iowa City, Iowa
Founded 1847
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://uiowa.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://coronavirus.uiowa.edu/ Undergraduate Student 23,482 Enrollment
Annabelle Vinson (319) 467-0340 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Mike Melinder (319) 353-2501 [email protected]
School Contact Info 107 Calvin Hall, Iowa City, Iowa 52242 United States
Business, Engineering Key Programs Health Sciences English/Journalism Performing Arts
Tuition: $31,793 Costs Room & Board: $11,590
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
*Check website for Fall 2021 updates. Completion of high school course requirements: 4 yrs- English/Language Arts, 2 yrs-(single language) World Language, 3 yrs Science- 3 yrs Social Studies, 2 yrs Algebra, 1 yr Geometry. Admissions Requirements Meet the Regent Admission Index (RAI) score requirement: 255 or higher for non-residents. (3 x ACT) + (30 x High School GPA) + (5 x Number of Core Courses Completed by High School Graduation)= RAI Score *Please note College of Engineering, Nursing, Business, Elementary Education and Public Health have specific requirements for Direct Admission or Early Decision, please visit website for more details. We encourage your students to apply for admission even if they do not have a test score. An individual review process will be used to make an initial admission decision for students who do Test Optional Status not self-report a test score as part of their application. This temporary exemption by the Iowa Board of Regents removes the testing requirement for Fall 2021 applicants.
Application & Scholarship Rolling AdmissionApplication priority deadline is March 1 (subject to change). For consideration for admissions scholarships, students must submit an application for admission no Deadlines later than March. General and department scholarship deadlines vary.
Important Facts - Iowa is the 34th best public university in the United States according to U.S. News & World Report.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 99 www.carrnet.org - Fiske Guide ranks UI a 'Best Buy' for the 16th year in a row for the university to receive the distinction. - Reviews.org ranks Iowa City as the nation’s best college town
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 100 www.carrnet.org University of Kansas
Location Lawrence, KS
Founded 1865
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://admissions.ku.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://coronavirus.ku.edu/ Undergraduate Student 19,000 Enrollment
Kevin Farrell Regional Contact Info (785) 864-1488 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1502 Iowa St., Lawrence, Kansas 66045 United States
Engineering Business Key Programs Education Architecture Nursing
Tuition: $28,600 Costs Room & Board: $10,000
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Assured admission criteria: 3.25+ GPA and a 21 ACT/1060 SAT or 3.0+ GPA and a 24 Admissions Requirements ACT/1160 SAT or a 3.4+ GPA with no test submitted. If below those assured admission criteria, we still highly recommend you apply, and the student will go through a more holistic review for admission. Test Optional Status Yes, but the student must have a 3.4 or higher GPA Application & Scholarship November 1st for early decision benefits, December 1st for priority scholarship deadline. Deadlines
- Member of the AAU which offers plenty of opportunities for undergraduate research. Important Facts - Top 10 college town. - Non-competitive, merit based, scholarships for incoming freshmen and transfer students.
- Students applying before November 1st will receive a benefits package for applying early. - Students need to apply by December 1st for our scholarship priority deadline Updates - We will now be accepting superscoring for the ACT and SAT for admissions and scholarship decisions. - We will be offering a test optional admissions pathway, asking for students to have a 3.4+ GPA for this option.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 101 www.carrnet.org University of Kentucky
Location Lexington, KY
Founded 1865
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.uky.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.uky.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 22,000 Enrollment
Anne Anaya Regional Contact Info (630) 551-8031 [email protected]
School Contact Info 100 W.D. Funkhouser Building, Lexington, Kentucky 40506 United States
Nursing Engineering Key Programs Biology Business Education
Tuition: $31,294 Costs Room & Board: $13,588
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
Admission for freshman applicants is based on a holistic review including high school grades, national college admission test results, successful completion of the pre-college curriculum and essay. Most undergraduate majors at UK permit a student to be directly admitted to their program (or with a pre-major designation) as part of the general undergraduate admission process. However, some colleges and programs at UK require an admission process separate from general undergraduate Admissions Requirements admission to the University. These selective admission majors and programs may require some combination of the following: -Higher test scores and GPAs than those required for general admission, including meeting the minimum -Kentucky statewide academic readiness requirements for Reading, Writing, and Math. -A separate application after being admitted for general admission -A portfolio of past work related to the requested field -On-campus or video interviews Some applicants may feel that their standardized test scores do not accurately reflect their academic potential. A test optional admissions policy allows the applicant to choose whether or not SAT or ACT test scores will be considered as part of the admission review – letting the Test Optional Status applicant decide how best to tell their own academic journey. The Office of Undergraduate Admission will review applications in a holistic manner – taking into consideration the rigor of high school coursework, activities and engagement outside the classroom as well as a written essay.
Application & Scholarship The University of Kentucky offers both an Early Action and Regular Decision track for Deadlines applicants. The deadline for Early Action applicants is December 1st and the Regular Decision deadline is February 15th. However, students seeking both academic and competitive
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 102 www.carrnet.org scholarship opportunities as well as admission to the Lewis Honors College must complete the application by December 1st.
- Top 30 Campus for LGBTQ+ inclusion and safety - UK is 1 of 8 institutions in the country with the full complement of liberal arts, engineering, Important Facts professional, agricultural and medical colleges, and disciplines all on one contiguous campus. - Recognized as a Diversity Champion by Insight Into Diversity Magazine in 2017, 2018 and 2019
New majors: - Biomedical Engineering Updates - Public Policy - African American Studies - Product Design
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 103 www.carrnet.org University of Louisville
Location Louisville, Kentucky
Founded 1798
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.louisville.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://louisville.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 12,000 Enrollment
Allison Culver (708) 497-9242 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Scott Smolek (630) 882-0151 [email protected]
School Contact Info 2301 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY 40292 United States
Engineering Business Key Programs Nursing Sports Administration Education
Tuition: $28,508 Costs Room & Board: $9,564
Application Platforms Common App
Admissions Requirements 2.5 GPA and a 20 ACT/1030 SAT for general admission to the University, but varies depending on program.
Yes, we are allowing students to apply as test optional for the 2021 school year. Engineering, Business, and Nursing are still requiring test scores at this time. Test scores are still required for Test Optional Status competitive and higher level scholarships, but students can earn the $10,000 Regional Award if they apply test optional. Application & Scholarship Rolling admission. Competitive scholarships and Honors program deadline is December 15 Deadlines - Located in the largest metropolitan city in Kentucky Important Facts - Most diverse school in the state of Kentucky - Carnegie R1 Research Institution and Community Engagement status
- We will offer students the option to apply test optional for Fall 2021 Updates - We will open a new residence hall in the Fall of 2021 - The Chicago Regional Award now applies to all of Illinois
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 104 www.carrnet.org University of Maryland
Location College Park, MD
Founded 1856
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.umd.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.admissions.umd.edu/future-terps-covid-19-updates Undergraduate Student 29,000 Enrollment
Robert Olivieri Regional Contact Info (240) 484-0386 [email protected]
School Contact Info 7999 Regents Drive, College Park, MD 20742 United States
Business Engineering Key Programs Criminology Politics & Government Journalism
Tuition: $36,000 Costs Room & Board: $12,000
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application
- SAT or ACT (both are waived for Spring 2021 & Fall 2021) - Transcript Admissions Requirements - Essay - 2 Letters of Recommendation - Activities List - $75 Application Fee Yes, but only for the Spring 2021 and Fall 2021 due to COVID19. Incoming students are still Test Optional Status eligible for scholarships and Honors College. Please provide test scores if you were able to take them. Application & Scholarship November 1st Early Action and January 20th Regular Decision Deadlines - The campus is only 4 miles from Washington, DC, conveniently located near public Important Facts transportation. - 43% domestic students of color on campus. - Member of the Big Ten Conference.
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Chicago Area Regional Representatives 105 www.carrnet.org University of Massachusetts Lowell
Location Lowell, MA
Founded 1895
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.uml.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.uml.edu/alert/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 11,468 Enrollment
Vanessa Karam Regional Contact Info (201) 669-7728 [email protected]
School Contact Info 220 Pawtucket Ave, Suite 420, Lowell, MA 01854 USA
Engineering (including biomedical, mechanical, chemical, environmental and plastic) Key Programs Nursing Criminal Justice
Tuition: $33,624 Costs Room & Board: $13,660
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- B Average Admissions Requirements - Test Optional - Essay - 1 letter of recommendation
Yes. We have been test optional for about 5 years. In lieu of test scores, students submit an Test Optional Status additional essay. Application & Scholarship EA - Nov 1, EA2 - Jan 1, Reg - Feb 1. No scholarship deadline Deadlines - Co-op program for many majors Important Facts - 25 miles north of Boston (great for internships and co-ops) - 17:1 student to faculty ratio
Updates - New Environmental Engineering major - New Pharmaceutical Sciences major
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 106 www.carrnet.org University of Michigan
Location Ann Arbor, MI
Founded 1817
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://admissions.umich.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://admissions.umich.edu/explore-visit/virtual-resources/covid-19-faqs Undergraduate Student 30,318 Enrollment
Megan Lakatos Regional Contact Info (773) 255-2205 [email protected]
School Contact Info 515 East Jefferson Street, 1220 Student Activities Building, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109 United States
Over 280 undergraduate majors, with over 70% ranked in the Top 10 nationally and over 90% in Key Programs the Top 20! Popular majors include the Ross BBA, computer science, psychology, pre-health options, and much more.
Tuition: $52,266 Costs Room & Board: $12,034
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application
We conduct a holistic review of the student's entire application including academic strengths, rigor of curriculum within the high school environment, extracurricular involvement, essays that Admissions Requirements authentically show an interest in U-M, and the applicant's personal background. There is NO minimum GPA or test score required for consideration. The average academic profile for incoming first-year students in 2020 included: 3.9 Unweighted GPA, 1380-1550 SAT (mid- 50th %), and/or 32-25 ACT (mid-50th %). The pandemic continues to create unique challenges for students, so we have modified our admissions process and requirements. For the 2020-2021 application cycle, students who are unable to provide standardized test scores are encouraged to apply and will not be disadvantaged Test Optional Status in the process. Applications will be reviewed with the information a student is able to provide. Students will be considered regardless of their ability to test or provide test scores. More information can be found here: https://admissions.umich.edu/apply/first-year- applicants/requirements-deadlines/application-changes Application & Scholarship N/A Deadlines
1. Although we are a large institution, our student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1. Small classes begin in your first-year! Important Facts 2. Over 1,600+ student orgs to help build community around academic pursuits, identity, or social interests. 3. 77% of undergrads graduate in 4 years and 91% graduate within 6 years!
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 107 www.carrnet.org 1. Early Action deadline has moved to November 15 (will receive admission decision in January). 2. U-M is entering the 4th year of our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan: Updates https://diversity.umich.edu/ 3. New School of Kinesiology building will open in Fall 2020! 4. Campus Maize & Blueprint on plans to return to in-person instruction: https://campusblueprint.umich.edu/
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 108 www.carrnet.org University of Missouri
Location Columbia, MO
Founded 1839
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.admissions.missouri.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.MUalert.missouri.edu Undergraduate Student 30,046 Enrollment
Sterfanie Duff (773) 678-2825 [email protected]
Mariya Chukas Regional Contact Info (312) 404-4337 [email protected]
Carly Stern (773) 412-2766 [email protected]
School Contact Info 230 Jesse Hall, Columbia, MO 65211 United States
Journalism Business Key Programs Engineering Health Professions Biology
Tuition: $30,468 Costs Room & Board: $10,668
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Two Pathways: Test Optional or with a Test Score - Test Optional: Choosing a test optional review will mean your admissibility will be determined holistically by a committee. The committee will require: o Personal Statement o Resume o Official High School Transcript - With a Test Score: Core GPA is unweighted and made up of the following required Admissions Requirements courses: o 4 units of Math, 4 units of English, 3 units of Science, 3 units of Social Studies, 2 units of the same Foreign Language, 1 unit of Fine Arts (not required IL students) Students may submit test scores for admission evaluation or scholarships after applying test optional. Some scholarships, honors participation, and other opportunities may be limited for students choosing a review without test scores.
Test Optional Status Going to be test optional for Fall 2021
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 109 www.carrnet.org Application & Scholarship Admissions applications are evaluated on a rolling basis with a June 1st deadline. Competitive Deadlines and Departmental Scholarship deadline is December 1st.
- Residency process to establish in-state tuition starting soophomore year for out of state Important Facts students - 92% successful career outcomes rate and NEW 90% retention rate - 1 of 6 public universities to have a medical, law, and vet school on 1 campus
- New Scholarships – www.admissions.missouri.edu/scholarships - New FAFSA Priority Deadline – January 1st Updates - New virtual meeting and tour options available with reps and current students at www.visit.missouri.edu - Housing process being December 1st with a Round One deadline of February 1st and Round Two deadline of May 1st
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 110 www.carrnet.org University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Location Lincoln, NE
Founded 1869
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.unl.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://covid19.unl.edu/2019-novel-coronavirus-covid-19 Undergraduate Student 20,833 Enrollment
Adam Britten (402) 429-2531 [email protected] Regional Contact Info Erin Glisson [email protected] (402) 429-9336
School Contact Info 1410 Q Street, Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0417 United States
Actuarial Science (Top 16 national program) Key Programs Engineering Journalism & Mass Communications (Top 12 national program) Pre-Health
Tuition: $26,820 Costs Room & Board: $12,186
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Score 20 or higher on the ACT, writing portion not required. Or, score a total of 1040 or higher on the SAT Critical Reading and Math sections. Admissions Requirements Or, rank in the top half of their high school graduating class. Or, have a 3.0 cumulative high school grade point average. Plus 16 units of academic courses required for admission. Full admission requirements: https://admissions.unl.edu/apply/#requirements/first-year 3.0 cumulative high school GPA will satisfy performance requirement for admission. ACT/SAT Test Optional Status scores will not be required for merit awards. More updates to awarding process to follow in the coming weeks.
Nebraska Business Honors Academy/Raikes School/University Honors Program applications: Application & Scholarship December 10. Leadership and Diversity enhancement scholarships: February 1. Final Deadline Deadlines for University Honors Program application: February 15 First-Year Learning Community registration: May 1. Fall/Summer application and enrollment deposit: May 1.
- One of the most affordable universities in the Big Ten. Important Facts - Ranked one of the nation’s “Best Value Colleges” by The Princeton Review. - Lincoln has a population of nearly 300,000 residents and is the 2nd most affordable college town in the country.
- 3.0 cumulative high school GPA will satisfy performance requirement for admission. Updates - ACT/SAT scores will not be required for merit awards; more updates to awarding process to follow in the coming weeks.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 111 www.carrnet.org - New $47 million facility for College of Education and Human Sciences opens Fall 2022. - $160 million in College of Engineering enhancements and new facility to be completed 2022/2023.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 112 www.carrnet.org The University of Oklahoma
Location Norman, OK
Founded 1890
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.ou.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.ou.edu/together Undergraduate Student 25,875 Enrollment
Scott Hillman Regional Contact Info (312) 259-9420 [email protected]
School Contact Info 550 Parrington Oval, Norman, OK 73019 United States
Meteorology Engineering Key Programs Journalism Performing Arts Business
Tuition: $28,169 Costs Room & Board: $11,324
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
Apply using OU Application, Common Application, or Coalition Application. - $40 Application Fee - official high school transcripts - official ACT or SAT scores (optional) Admissions Requirements - Letter of Recommendation (optional) The primary factor in OU's first-year admission decisions is demonstrated academic achievement. The academic review focuses on three criteria: - Grade point average (GPA) in core academic courses - Rigor of course selection, and - ACT and/or SAT scores Effective for students applying for spring or fall 2021 through Fall 2025, submitting scores from the ACT or SAT is now optional for admission. At the time of application, students will share Test Optional Status their plans regarding the submission or consideration of ACT or SAT as part of their application. Visit https://www.ou.edu/admissions/apply/freshman/requirements-factors/test-scores for more information on applying test optional.
Application & Scholarship Early Action Deadline: November 1st. Priority Scholarship Deadline: December 15th. Fall 2021 Deadlines Application Deadline: February 1st.
- OU has achieved an all-time record freshman-to- sophomore retention rate of 90 percent, ranking OU among the top universities in the nation. Important Facts - Student-to-faculty ratio is 18:1, with an average class size of 32. - Top school for Severe Weather Research (the National Weather Center is located on campus)
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 113 www.carrnet.org -Effective for students applying for spring or fall 2021, submitting scores from the ACT or SAT is now optional for admission. Updates -The University of Oklahoma now accepts self-reported ACT, SAT, PSAT, and PACT test scores from applicants.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 114 www.carrnet.org University of Oregon
Location Eugene, Oregon
Founded 1876
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.uoregon.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://coronavirus.uoregon.edu/ Undergraduate Student 19,000 Enrollment
Sarah Goldman Regional Contact Info (224) 239-2766 [email protected]
School Contact Info 1585 E 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97403 United States
Business Administration Architecture Key Programs Journalism and Communications Human Physiology Biology
Tuition: $39,309 Costs Room & Board: $12,783
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
A. Graduation from a standard or accredited high school. B. A grade of C– or better in 15 college preparatory courses. English—4 years. All four years should be in preparatory composition and literature with emphasis on and frequent practice in writing expository prose. Mathematics—3 years. Must include first-year algebra and two additional years of college-preparatory mathematics, including Algebra II (or equivalent) or higher. An advanced mathematics course is highly recommended in your senior year. One year of either algebra or geometry taken prior to ninth grade are acceptable. Science—3 years. Must include a year each in two fields of Admissions Requirements college-preparatory science such as biology, chemistry, physics, or earth and physical science. One year of laboratory science is recommended. Social Studies—3 years. Complete three years of social studies from such areas as global studies, history, or social studies electives. Second language—2 years. The UO offers several options for meeting the second-language requirement. C. Self-report high school grades. D. OPTIONALLY Submit official SAT or ACT scores OR an official transcript which lists SAT or ACT scores. E. Submit an application essay. F. Consider submitting an optional second essay if GPA is under a 3.0. Test Optional Status Yes, we are test optional for admission and scholarship. Application & Scholarship Early Action - November 1; Regular Decision - January 15; Scholarship Deadline - January 15 Deadlines
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 115 www.carrnet.org - Over 300 undergraduate programs Important Facts - Top 20 public schools graduating underrepresented students - Median class size 20 - We now offer a guaranteed tuition rate for up to 5 years called the Oregon Guarantee Updates - Our Financial Aid office is now offering a program called Financial Flight Plan--a program devoted to fostering a community of financially capable students at the University of Oregon - We have added a data science major this fall
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 116 www.carrnet.org University of Pittsburgh
Location Pittsburgh, PA
Founded 1787
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.admissions.pitt.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.coronavirus.pitt.edu/ Undergraduate Student 19,000 Enrollment
Betsy Stevens Regional Contact Info (412) 624-7152 [email protected]
School Contact Info 120 Alumni Hall, 4227 FIfth Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15260 United States of America
Health sciences Business Key Programs Computer Science Engineering Nursing
Tuition: $33,000 Costs Room & Board: $11,000
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Varies based off of the freshman entry-level school. Overall middle 50% is 1290-1420 and A/B student with challenging curriculum.
We are test optional for the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences. The other four entry-level Test Optional Status schools will require a standardized test. Application & Scholarship Rolling Admission; December 15 is the priority scholarship deadlline Deadlines - Located three miles outside of downtown Pittsburgh (Urban campus) Important Facts - Five hospitals located on campus (UPMC) - Research 1 institution
- Test optional for the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences Updates - Pitt Interprofessional Center for Health Careers is an on-campus resource for health sciences students
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 117 www.carrnet.org University of Rochester
Location Rochester, NY
Founded 1850
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.rochester.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.rochester.edu/coronavirus-update/ Undergraduate Student 6,000 Enrollment
Kathleen Pipala Regional Contact Info (585) 298-6633 [email protected]
School Contact Info Wilson Blvd, Rochester, NY 14627 US
Computer Science Optics Key Programs Linguistics Biomedical Engineering Business
Tuition: $59,000 Costs Room & Board: $17,200
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application
- Application with fee (waivers available) - UR Supplement Admissions Requirements - High School transcript - School Report Form - Letter of Recommendation
Test Optional Status Yes, we are test optional for all majors and for all scholarships Application & Scholarship ED - 11/15, RD - 1/5 Deadlines
- Tier-1 Research Institution Important Facts - Flexible curriculum with no required subjects - 100% full demonstrated need met for all students (domestic, international and undocumented)
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Chicago Area Regional Representatives 118 www.carrnet.org The University of South Alabama
Location Mobile, AL
Founded 1963
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website https://www.southalabama.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://www.southalabama.edu/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 12,000 Enrollment
Mike Hryndza Regional Contact Info (251) 533-5887 [email protected]
School Contact Info USA Office of Admissions, 2500 Meisler Hall ,390 Student Center Circle, Mobile, AL 36688 USA
Nursing: Offered at the BSN, MSN and DNP (97% passing rate for first time takers on NCLEX Key Programs exam. 100% Job Placement for students). Engineering (ABET Accredited). In 2020, the State of Alabama had (7) Goldwater Scholarships awarded, (4) of those students c
Tuition: $21,440 Costs Room & Board: $8,850
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
*For 2020-2021, South Alabama will be Test Optional* If students have a Test Score and would like to Submit ACT/SAT: - USA generally admits students with a 19ACT/990 SAT and GPA of 2.5 - 16 core hours of High School Coursework Admissions Requirements - Appeal Options available No Test Score: - USA will admit all students to undergraduate studies with a GPA of 3.0 - 16 core hours of High School Coursework - GPA of 2.5-2.99 (students need to submit letter of rec and personal essay to be considered) - *USA will continue to review highest GPA and Test Score until July 2021 for admission* Yes, Test Optional for 2020-2021. Test Optional Status If student's don't have a test score or don't feel comfortable, we will review High School Transcripts for Admission.
Regular Application for UG Studies (7/15/2021). Merit Based, Automatic (2/1/2021-after 2/1- will continue to award in state tuition and scholarships-as long as funds are available). Nursing (Direct Admit, Automatic, No Application Needed, 3.5 GPA, 2/15/2021), Honors College (3.5 Application & Scholarship GPA, Apply in Jag Spot, 12/15/2020), Medicine (Early Acceptance, 1360SAT/3.5 GPA, Apply Deadlines in Jag Spot, 12/15/2020), PT (Early Acceptance, 1300SAT/3,5 GPA, Apply in Jag Spot, 2/1/2021), Pharmacy (Early Acceptance, 1230SAT, 3.5GPA, Apply in Jag Spot, 2/15/2021), Mitchell Scholars Program (Automatically Considered/No Application, 1350SAT/3.5, 12/1/2020), Stackable Scholarships in Jag Spot available as well.
Important Facts - Since 2006, USA has invested over $400 million dollars in campus renovations, research and facilities. Continues to be one of the fastest growing Universities in the Southeast and
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 119 www.carrnet.org Alabama. USA owns and operates two hospitals, two cancer research centers and has it's own College of Medicine. Annually, treats over 250,000 patients in the hospital system. - Since 2013, The University of South Alabama has experienced a 600% enrollment growth in ILLINOIS (2013-2020). - Student Body President (2020-2021), is from ILLINOIS - Division 1 Athletics, FBS (Sun Belt Conference)
- In State Tuition for Out of State Students (Scholarship as well, comes off In State Rate), In State Tuition and Fee ($11,570 - $12,990). 21/1060 and 3.0 (guaranteed in-state tuition and a scholarship). If a student is Test Optional and have at least a 3.0, they will be considered and reviewed for In-State Tuition and Scholarship - Spring 2020: Opened a $13 million dollar, Health Simulation Lab - Spring 2020: Opened a $6 million dollar, Alumni Center - Fall 2020: Grand Opening of Hancock Whitney Football Stadium, $72 Million dollar Updates investment. 25,000 seats and 35,000 for concerts. - January 2021: The University of South Alabama will be the permanent home to the Annual "Senior Bowl" on Campus, which has been a College Football/NFL Tradition held in the Mobile area for 70 years. This will bring national exposure to the Mobile area and the South Alabama Campus. - We offer a $100 Visit Credit. If a student meets with us virtually (https://www.southalabama.edu/departments/admissions/virtualtour.html) or visit campus, they will receive $100. This $100 will act as a scholarhip and be credited on their account.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 120 www.carrnet.org University of South Carolina
Location Columbia, South Carolina
Founded 1801
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.sc.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://sc.edu/safety/coronavirus/ Undergraduate Student 27,502 Enrollment
Rejeannda Robinson Regional Contact Info (803) 603-4914 [email protected]
School Contact Info 902 Sumter Street, Lieber, Columbia, South Carolina 29208 USA #1 International Business #1 Sports Science Programs-Sport and Entertainment Management, exercise science, and Key Programs physical education Marine Science Pharmaceutical Sciences Nursing Tuition: $33,928 Costs Room & Board: $12,435
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application, Direct Application
4 Units-English and Math 3 Units-Laboratory Science, Social Studies 2 Units-Foreign Language Admissions Requirements and Academic Electives 1 Unit-Fine Arts Students must submit an application, application fee, unofficial high school transcript, and supplemental materials or ACT/SAT test score. For the 2020-2021 admissions cycle we will be test optional for admission, scholarships, the Test Optional Status Honors College, and Capstone scholars program. If a student submits a test score, we will see it in the file during review. Students who are homeschooled will need to submit test scores.
Application & Scholarship Early deadline-October 15th, Regular deadline-December 1st, Honors College Deadline- Deadlines Novermber 15th
- 42% of students are from out of state and Illinois is in the top 10. Important Facts - 56 programs are nationally ranked - We have direct admission into our Medical, Law and Pharmacy schools for select students
- We will super score the ACT and SAT as of this year - We will be using the Common Application Essay questions instead of a personal statement Updates - We now have a full Neuroscience major - Nursing had a 100% pass rate on the NCLEX
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 121 www.carrnet.org University of Vermont
Location Burlington, Vermont
Founded 1791
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.uvm.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.uvm.edu/returntocampus Undergraduate Student 10,700 Enrollment
Ashley Brown Regional Contact Info (314) 397-5459 [email protected]
School Contact Info 184 S Prospect Street, 9F, Burlington, Vermont 05401 USA
Environmental Studies Environmental Sciences Key Programs Psychology Business Pre- Health
Tuition: $41,280 Costs Room & Board: $13,354
Application Platforms Common App, Coalition Application
- Four years of English - Three years of mathematics (Algebra I, Algebra II and geometry or equivalents) Admissions Requirements - Two years of the same foreign language (American sign language meets this requirement) - Three years of a natural or physical science, including a laboratory science - Three years of social sciences
Yes, we are test optional. Students will qualify for all merit scholarships and honors college consideration even if they choose not to submit a test score. Students will also be considered on Test Optional Status a holistic basis, everyone on the same level playing field, whether they choose to submit a test score or not. Application & Scholarship Early Action - November 1st / Regular Decision - Jan 15 Deadlines
- Located in Burlington, VT, a 1.5 hour direct flight from Chicago Important Facts - 100+ majors (various scholarship, scholarship and service learning opportunities available) - 200+ clubs and organizations; D1 sports; Greek Life
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Chicago Area Regional Representatives 122 www.carrnet.org Valparaiso University
Location Valparaiso, Indiana
Founded 1859
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.valpo.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.valpo.edu/looking-forward Undergraduate Student 3,011 Enrollment
Joel Johnson Regional Contact Info (219) 240-0451 [email protected]
School Contact Info Undergraduate Admissions - Dusenberg Welcome Center, 1620 Chapel Drive, Valparaiso, IN 46383 USA
Engineering Nursing Key Programs Biology Meteorology Business
Tuition: $43,286 Costs Room & Board: $12,620
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- Earned or will earn a high school diploma - Official high school and/or college transcripts - Submit a personal statement or essay - Course pattern (recommended): 4 years of English, 3 years of mathematics, 3 years of lab Admissions Requirements science, 3 years of social studies (second language encouraged but not required). - Recommendation letters are not required but will be considered. - Rolling admission - students are notified within 4-6 weeks of a completed application. - Standardized test scores are only required if students do not plan on submitting a test optional application. See the "Is Your Institution Test Optional" section for more info.
Test optional (NEW Fall 2020 - two year pilot) As Valpo is now test optional, standardized test scores are only required if students do not plan on submitting a test optional application. Students will indicate at the time of applying whether Test Optional Status or not they intend to apply test optional or not. If submitting scores, they can be taken from the official transcript, sent directly from the testing center, or be self-reported on the application. Scholarship opportunities will not be impacted by applying test optional.
Application & Scholarship November 1st - Priority application deadline for all departmental and specialty scholarship consideration. Student's applying after November 1st will still be considered for academic merit Deadlines scholarships, however, they will not be considered for departmental or specialty scholarships.
- Valparaiso University or "Valpo" for short is an independent Lutheran university located in Important Facts Northwest Indiana, about 1 hour southeast of Chicago, 2.5 hours north of Indianapolis, and 15 minutes south of the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore.
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 123 www.carrnet.org - Valparaiso University offers 16 early-entry programs (4+1 or 3+2) allowing students to complete both a bachelor's and master's degree in five years. This allows students to save both time and money in the process. These programs are spread across our five undergraduate colleges. - Valparaiso University consistently achieves national recognition for best teaching and value and as one of the best universities in the Midwest (U.S.News & World Report, Princeton Review, Forbes, Money Magazine) and currently boasts a 97 percent placement rate for graduates.
- New programs: Music Therapy major, Mechatronics minor, Integrated Business & Engineering major - Physician Assistant program update - Our P.A. program has been very popular causing our direct admit spots to fill up quickly. As a result, it is recommended that interested students apply by or before October 15th. Updates - We are hosting in-person, on-campus visits (with social distancing guidelines in place). At this time, in-person visits are restricted to high school seniors and transfer students due to the limited number of slots. All visit options can be scheduled online at www.valpo.edu/visit - Introduction to Valpo Day (open house) - September 26, 2020 (restricted to seniors and transfer students at this time). All visit options can be scheduled online at www.valpo.edu/visit
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 124 www.carrnet.org Wabash College
Location Crawfordsville, Indiana
Founded 1832
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://wabash.edu/
COVID-19 Updates https://wabash.edu/covid/ Undergraduate Student 900 Enrollment
Kyle Vowell Regional Contact Info (765) 376-6653 [email protected]
School Contact Info 301 W. Wabash Ave, Crawfordsville, Indiana 47933 United States of America
Biology Economics Key Programs History Political Science Psychology
Tuition: $45,850 Costs Room & Board: $10,700
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Official Transcripts Admissions Requirements Official Test Scores* Unless you apply test optional 2 Letters of Recommendation School Report Test Optional Status Yes, you can apply without a test and be accepted into every major Application & Scholarship ED-November 15th EA-December 1st RD-January 15th Deadlines
- #1 Ranked Alumni Network *Princeton Review Important Facts - #1 Ranked for Top Internships *Princeton Review - 95% Acceptance Rate to Medical School
Updates - ROTC Partnership with Purdue-Up to 8 students per year - New $13 million football stadium and track
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 125 www.carrnet.org Wartburg College
Location Waverly, IA
Founded 1852
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website www.wartburg.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.wartburg.edu/coronavirus Undergraduate Student 1,500 Enrollment
Kristin Taphorn Regional Contact Info (319) 230-1237 [email protected]
School Contact Info 100 Wartburg Blvd., Waverly, IA 50677 United States
Biology, Pre-Professional Health Sciences (Premed) Business Key Programs Music Therapy Elementary Education Psychology
Tuition: $45,680 Costs Room & Board: $9,592
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
Admissions Requirements Minimum requirements are 19 ACT, and 2.5 gpa
Yes. Wartburg does not require an ACT or SAT for admissions or scholarship purpose. We highly recommend students submit a test score for optimal placement in their classes. If a score is not submitted, students will be enrolled in the beginning level math and English courses, Test Optional Status unless they have already received college credit for those courses. *You can also apply with just GPA and class rank, and be accepted. If you want to later submit test scores for placement purposes, it will not negatively affect your scholarship. Application & Scholarship Rolling admission. Scholarship Deadlines November 15, February 15. Deadlines
- 82% Acceptance Rate to Medical School (twice the National Average)! Important Facts - 92% Graduated in 4 years! - Audition based music scholarships up to $5,000!
- New Exercise Science Major with brand new Performance Lab being built. Updates - Clay Target Sports added to roster - Graduate Program- Masters in Music Therapy - Graduate Leadership Certificate
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 126 www.carrnet.org Western Illinois University
Location Macomb, IL
Founded 1899
School Type Public (4 year)
School Website www.wiu.edu
COVID-19 Updates www.wiu.edu/coronavirus Undergraduate Student 5,958 Enrollment
Audrey Barrientos (708) 948-7497 [email protected]
Shawn Wochner [email protected] (309) 255-0194 Regional Contact Info Shikita Edwards [email protected] (773) 309-4323
Kate Romanaggi [email protected] (309) 259-0046 School Contact Info 1 University Circle, Macomb, IL 61455 USA
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement & Justice Administration Nursing Key Programs Supply Chain Management Forensic Chemistry Music
Tuition: $11,724 Costs Room & Board: $9,800
Application Platforms Direct Application
2.75+ GPA on a 4.0 scale - students are admitted Admissions Requirements 2.0-2.74 GPA on a 4.0 scale - students applications are reviewed and additional information may be requested Yes, WIU is test optional for admissions and Western Commitment scholarships. SAT/ACT Test Optional Status scores are not required.
Application & Scholarship Rolling admissions. Scholarships - August 1 for automatic scholarships; March 1 for WIU Deadlines foundation scholarships; December 1 for President's Scholarship
- $10 million in scholarships awarded each year through automatic and WIU Foundation awards Important Facts - Western Commitment scholarships are automatic with a 3.3+ GPA - award $3,000, $6,000 or $8,000 annually - WIU is the only public university in Illinois to lock in student tuition, fee, room & meal plan rates for four years - wiu.edu/admissions/chicago
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 127 www.carrnet.org - New degree options in Outdoor Recreation, Community Organizations and Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management - New BS.Ed in Educational Studies degree Updates - New Minors in Computer Science Education, American Sign Language, Cannabis Production, and Cannabis Studies - Students with a 3.0-3.89 GPA (4.0 scale) are elgible to complete a petition to either earn (3.0-3.29) or increase (3.3-3.89) their Western Commitment Scholarship. Interested students can complete the petition at www.wiu.edu/westerncommitment
Chicago Area Regional Representatives 128 www.carrnet.org Xavier University
Location Cincinnati, OH
Founded 1831
School Type Private (4 year)
School Website https://www.xavier.edu
COVID-19 Updates https://www.xavier.edu/return-to-campus Undergraduate Student 5,000 Enrollment
Julie Nelson Regional Contact Info (866) 652-5357 [email protected]
School Contact Info 3800 Victory Parkway, Cincinnati, Ohio 45207 USA
Nursing (direct entry) Biomedical Sciences (Pre-Med prep; 92% of students who apply to medical school are admitted) Key Programs Sport Marketing/Management Digital Innovation-Film and Television Williams College of Business (Finance, Accounting, Marketing (top 3))
Tuition: $42,690 Costs Room & Board: $13,300
Application Platforms Common App, Direct Application
- Rolling admission; middle 50% of students have GPAs between 3.2-4.0. Admissions Requirements - Students applying to one of our honors programs will need to complete an additional application with a priority date of December 1. - Music and Theatre require auditions; please see website for details
Test Optional Status Yes, we are test optional for all majors. Application & Scholarship December 1 deadline for Competitive Scholarship, Nursing and Honors consideration. Deadlines 1. All students are assigned a "success team": a financial aid counselor, an academic advisor, a career coach and a success coach to help them navigate the challenges of the first two years of college. Important Facts 2. 98 percent of the Class of 2019 were working full-time or enrolled in graduate school within six months of graduation. 3. Our location in the city of Cincinnati gives our students a true campus experience while also providing them with the opportunity to connect to global companies, professional sports and world-class arts organizations. 1. Our Health United Building is open, and provides academic space for our health related professions, as well as a state-of-the-art recreational facility and health and wellness offices. 2. Engineering Physics has two new concentrations: Electrical Engineering and Biomedical Updates Engineering. 3. New Honors program in Data Science 4. Cincinnati was recently named the #1 city in Ohio for recent college graduates by Smart Asset.
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