College application information for parents

Students who take a rigorous college preparatory curriculum in high school tend to become our most successful students at the college level. Achieving academic success in high school can allow a student to enter UA directly into their degree-granting academic college, and may even pay off with admission and/or scholarships to our highly selective Honors College.

No. Your student can (and should!) submit an application even without the supplemental materials, such as standardized test scores. Just send those materials as soon as possible.

No, but we strongly encourage students to take the writing portion.

We take the student’s highest composite ACT or SAT score.

A score of 3 or higher will be accepted for credit at UA. This chart will give you a good indication of how your student's AP scores will be used for credit. Your student should speak with his or her academic advisor at New Student Orientation about how these credits will apply to degree requirements for the General Education program and his or her major.

Advantages to being a part of UA's Williams Honors College:

• Honors merit scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,000 for most students
• First priority at class registration so that you can have the classes you need, with the instructors you select, during the semesters and at the hours you prefer
• One-on-one research with a faculty member in your chosen area of study
• Special recognition at graduation and on your transcript
• Leadership training for all new Honors students

More benefits of being part of the prestigious Williams Honors College.

New Freshmen admitted by March 1 of their senior year will be considered for all available scholarships. Awards are based primarily on high school academic records and ACT/SAT test scores. Many academic departments at UA offer additional scholarships. Therefore, we encourage you to contact the department or college of your student’s intended major for more information.

No. It's best to complete the FAFSA with an estimate based on the previous year’s taxes, and then go back and update it later. Now you can transfer your tax return information directly to your FAFSA. Learn more.

The faculty-to-student ratio is 18:1. Seventy-two percent of our undergraduate courses have fewer than 30 students. Most classes have 25 to 30 students. Students can anticipate a few large, lecture-style classes during their undergraduate career. Lecture courses always have a breakout session during the week so students can collaborate with classmates on assignments and review homework or tests with instructors.

Yes; preference is given to freshmen who submit a housing application by the May 15 priority deadline.

Yes, at least during their first year, unless they live in Summit, Stark, Wayne, Medina or Portage counties.

Yes, just visit the Zip Card website and you can load money directly from your credit or debit card.

We are committed to creating a safe campus environment that is conducive to learning, research and public service. This commitment includes comprehensive programs and services to help ensure personal safety as well as an environment that values sexual respect.

Career Services arranges internships and cooperative education work experiences. Learn more at Career Services.