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Your career starts here! At Nicholls State University, we bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world success. No matter which path you choose, our close-knit campus community is designed to help you build the competitive skills you need for today’s job market. Through hands-on experience and industry networking, the opportunities are endless.
Where will your journey take you?
Get your application in early to secure your spot and maximize your financial aid opportunities!
PRIORITY APPLICATION DEADLINES:
Fall semester – July 25
Spring semester – December 15
Summer semester – May 10
We still accept applications after these dates, but a $30 late fee will apply.
QUESTIONS?
Call us today at 985-448-4507. You may also email nicholls@nicholls.edu and we will answer all of your questions! Admissions will work with students who have not taken the ACT or Accuplacer.
FIRST-TIME FRESHMEN
Don’t let the college search stress you out! Nicholls has the tools and the team to help you map out your future. We believe a great education should be affordable, which is why we offer competitive scholarships and waive out-of-state fees for students who qualify. We’ll also work with you individually to make sure you get placed into the right classes for your skill level.
First-time Freshmen Admission Requirements
First-time Freshman Admissions Requirements
If you are under 25 and have never attended college before, here is what you need to join the Colonel family.
Standard High School Graduates (In-State & Out-of-State)
- Completion of the standard high school core curriculum (19 units).
- A minimum overall high school GPA of 2.35 and a core class GPA of 2.0.
Homeschool & GED Students
- If you are under 25 and homeschooled or earned your GED/HiSet, we just need a copy of your transcripts or test scores, plus one of the following: ACT scores, SAT scores, or Accuplacer placement test scores.
Don’t perfectly meet these requirements? Apply anyway! We review applications on an individual basis and look at more than just numbers. We want to work with you.
Adult Learners (Ages 25+)
Never been to college and ready to start your journey? Welcome! To help us place you in the right English and math classes, you will just need to provide your high school transcript (or GED/HiSet scores) and take a placement test.
- You can submit ACT, SAT scores, or take the Accuplacer test on campus.
- Have questions about adult testing? Reach out to our Testing Office at 985-493-2599.
FORMER UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
Former Undergraduate Students Admission Requirements
Once a Colonel, always a Colonel. If you took a break and are ready to finish what you started, we make coming home easy. To get restarted, you just need to:
- Complete a quick application for admission.
- Submit transcripts from any other colleges you attended while you were away.
- Be in good academic standing at your last school.
UNDERGRADUATE TRANSFER STUDENTS
The Transfer Student Resource Center is committed to easing the transition for new students by providing transcript evaluation and course articulation services, by connecting students to academic departments for assistance with advising and registration, and by offering a special transfer orientation seminar designed to introduce university programs and services.
Transfer Student Requirements
Students desiring to transfer to Nicholls State University who have graduated from high school and attempted college coursework after graduation must meet the minimum admissions criteria listed below:
- earned a transferable Associate degree (AA or AS) or higher
or
- earned at least 18 non-developmental hours with at least a 2.0 college level GPA on those courses; and
- have completed college-level English and Mathematics
Students who wish to transfer to Nicholls, but do not have the minimum 18 college level hours earned must also meet the admissions requirements for first-time freshman.
Additional Information
All students are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet all requirements. We have the opportunity to admit by exception a percentage of transfer students who do not meet the minimum standards but are eligible to enroll in college-level English and math.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Nicholls State University has welcomed international students from throughout the world since 1954. The University continues to extend a warm Cajun welcome to our growing global community.
International Student Requirements
Admission and Document requirements:
Freshman International
Transfer International
Graduate International
Please note the deadlines for completing the application process.
Spring: October 15th
Fall: April 15th
International Students should submit the online application, fee and send the required documents as early as possible to allow for timely processing for the application and immigration documents.
For more information regarding graduate programs and requirements visit International Graduate Admission Requirements page.
Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions with questions regarding International Admissions at: tammy.naquin@nicholls.edu
GRADUATE STUDENTS
University Graduate Studies Programs
Students interested in attending graduate school at Nicholls need to fill out the Online Application for Admission. Please note that the application fee of $20 US is required in order for your application to be processed. Students may also need to request their transcripts from another university. You may do so by downloading and completing a Record Request Form.
After completing this information, please contact the department of graduate studies at the following number(s) for more information:
Arts & Sciences: (985) 448-4388
Business Administration: (985) 448-4241
Education: (985) 448-4331
Nursing: (985) 448-4184
Graduate Certificate Dietetic Internship program: (985) 448-4732
Psychology and Counselor Education: (985) 448-4370
Please note that applications for admission are received by the Office of Admissions, however admission decisions are made by the respective programs. Additional information may be obtained from the Office of Graduate Studies.
International students interested in pursuing a graduate degree must meet the International Graduate Admission Requirements.
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