Cedarville University invites undergraduate applications from high school, transfer, and postbaccalaureate students with strong academic credentials and a clear testimony of faith in Jesus Christ. The admissions committee seeks to admit students who possess the potential to graduate and exemplify the University's portrait statements in their spheres of influence.
Nursing, pharmacy, and engineering have minimum academic credentials for admission. Music and worship majors must audition to pursue a degree. Please contact your admissions counselor for more information.
Cedarville University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, disability, or national origin.
Note: Applicants who do not meet the stated academic criteria may still be successful in the admission process. Other factors are considered which might indicate the potential for success.
Admission Criteria for Freshman Candidates
- Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by the church leader
- A 3.0 unweighted, cumulative grade point average in college-preparatory course work
- ACT or SAT test scores at or above the national average (22 ACT; 1030 SAT)
- College transcripts for all previous college course work (if applicable)
Admission Criteria for Transfer Candidates
- Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by the church leader and a student life representative if you have attended a Christian college
- A 3.0 cumulative college grade point average in non-developmental course work
Admission Criteria for Postbaccalaureate Candidates
- Evidence of a personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- A consistent Christian lifestyle as confirmed by the church leader and a student life representative if you have attended a Christian college
- Successful completion of a baccalaureate program at an accredited university