First-Year Students
It’s great to have you here! We’re excited for you to learn what makes Ashland University the choice of more than 7,500 undergraduate and graduate students each year. For example, we work with you to create an individualized plan for your future and to keep your education affordable.
Tell us a little bit about yourself and we’ll send information about upcoming events and important dates.
Transferring to AU
Coming from another university? Check out our options for transfer students.
Homeschool Students
Are you a homeschool graduate looking to continue your education at AU? Learn how AU differentiates itself.
Find Your Academic Program
Look through our majors to find one that sparks your interest.
Steps to Apply
Transcripts
First-year students – Submit your official high school transcript.
Transfer students – If you’ve completed fewer than 30 semester hours of college credit, please submit your official high school transcript. Otherwise, submit official transcripts from every college where you’ve taken courses.
Test Scores
Sending ACT, CLT or SAT scores is optional for all majors except Nursing.
Schedule a Campus Visit
You have choices! Start with a virtual campus tour to get a feel for the place. Then decide which type of personal visit to schedule next. Visit AU and receive a $1,000 scholarship!
Steps to Enroll
FAFSA
Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and send your information to AU by using school code 003012.
Reactivating Students
Former students are welcome to return and study at Ashland University; simply complete and submit the reactivation application form. Be sure to list any colleges or universities you have attended while you’ve been away. Please request official transcripts from these institutions to be sent to our Admissions Office.
Ashland University, Enrollment Services
401 College Ave.
Ashland, OH 44805
AU also accepts electronic transcripts from SCRIP-SAFE® and Docufide® by Parchment.
If you have questions, email enrollme@yueziqi.com or call Admissions at 419-289-5052. We look forward to having you back on campus soon!
ACT on Campus
Taking the ACT is not required for admission to Ashland University. However, good scores could give you access to merit-based scholarships. The university offers ACT on Campus testing for incoming undergraduate students who want to take the ACT, even though they have already applied or been admitted to Ashland University. The scores are reported to Ashland University only, and they will not be sent to the student’s high school or any other academic institution.
To participate:
- Select an exam date and complete the ACT Scheduling form.
- Pay a $70 non-refundable/non-transferable ACT fee.
- Receive a confirmation email from the AU Student Accessibility Center that you are registered.
Find Your Admissions Representative
Any students outside the state of Ohio can email enrollme@yueziqi.com or call 419-289-5052.
Experience a personalized tour from one of our fantastic tour guides!
“I loved the way the entire community made me feel welcome from my very first visit—from the professors in my program, to my eventual teammates, to the random students who said hi to me in passing. It was a great first experience that really stuck with me when choosing which college to attend!”
- Erin S.
Admission FAQs
No! We have rolling admissions, so we are able to receive and review applications throughout the application cycle.
All Undergraduate programs except for Nursing are Test Optional.
Non- Nursing, with Test-Score: 2.5 GPA, 18 ACT
Non-Nursing, without Test-Score: 2.85 GPA
Nursing: 3.0 GPA, 20 ACT
Yes! You can use transferology.com to see how your CCP credits will transfer to AU.
With a vibrant campus community, AU is home to over 95 different clubs and organizations. It is a great way to build your campus community, strengthen your knowledge from the classroom, and let some steam off! Find out all of the ways you can get involved at AU by checking out our Student Organizations page.
Yes! Our parking pass is $96.00 per year.
For all of our students who live outside of a 35-mile radius from campus, you will be required to live on campus all four years.
Your academic advisor will schedule your first fall semester classes for you! Once you are accepted, you will fill out your class pre-registration form. That is how your academic advisor will know what classes to place you in!
If you have completed any post-high school college credits, you are a transfer student!
If you are a graduating senior in high school or have not previously completed any college credits post-high school, you are considered a first-year student!
AU offers a wide range of study abroad opportunities ranging from 10 day trips to academic year long experiences, find what is right for you by visiting our study abroad page.