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Matriculation Requirements

Under 24 years of age ‐ High School graduates only (first‐time University students):

  1. Official high school transcripts or GED;
  2. SAT or ACT scores are not required, but may be submitted to support the application decision.

Under 24 years of age ‐ Transfer students: 

  1. Official high school transcripts or GED;
  2. SAT or ACT scores are not required, but may be submitted to support the application decision if completed less than 24 University credits;
  3. Official transcripts from all colleges, universities and post‐secondary institutions attended.

Over 24 years of age ‐ High School graduates only (first‐time University students): 

  1. Official high school transcripts or GED;
  2. Admission essay.

Over 24 years of age ‐ Transfer students: 

  1. Official high school transcript or GED;
  2. Official transcripts from all colleges, universities, and post‐secondary institutions attended.

Post‐Baccalaureate Students 

  1. Verification of high school graduation or the equivalent;
  2. Official transcripts from all colleges, universities and post‐secondary institutions attended.

Non‐Matriculation Requirements (not degree seeking)

  1. Verification of high school graduation or the equivalent;
  2. Official college and university transcripts may be required if prerequisites are required.

If extenuating circumstances exist which may affect the student's ability to complete this admissions file or obtain the pertinent documents in a timely fashion, a personal interview must be arranged with an admissions counselor prior to acceptance into Centenary University. Once a student's admissions file is complete, an admissions decision will be rendered and the student will then be notified of that decision.

Once a student has been accepted, they are then eligible to register for classes. If a student applies for admission as a part‐time student but chooses not to attend classes at that time, the accepted application is valid for one calendar year. After that time, the student must reapply and pay another application fee.

Non‐Matriculation Policy

A non‐matriculated student (non‐degree) is a student who is taking credit bearing courses but not pursuing a degree. Non‐matriculated students may register for courses on a space available basis, must demonstrate course pre‐requisites, and may need approval from the respective departments of the University.

Non‐matriculated students register in‐person after degree students have completed their registration. Non‐matriculated students may take up to a maximum sixteen (16) credits in this status. Students looking to pursue a degree should not apply as a non‐matriculated student. Non‐ matriculated students may be eligible for limited financial aid.