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Admission Process
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Apollos University (Apollos) is committed to working with students through the application an admission process in a way that helps articulate individual goals within the context of the academic program.

The curriculum of Apollos is designed as a distance learning online method of study for students who desire to integrate advanced academic study with their professional lives in order to attain personal and professional goals. The Apollos programs are based upon the belief that success in our studies relates closely to the applicant’s past experience and present motivational goals. For this reason, the application process focuses on assessing the student’s unique academic and professional history in determining whether Apollos is an educational fit.
The Admissions Committee considers all aspects of an applicant’s background credentials in determining whether or not to recommend admission. As such, students who do not specifically meet all admission criteria are encouraged to apply and discuss their particular situations with an Admissions representative.
NOTE:  Applicants accepted on a conditional acceptance must provide official transcripts and or required documentation to Apollos within one enrollment term (not to exceed 12 semester credits in the one term), or the student will not be accepted into the program.

STEP 1

Submit online Application Form

Complete the Application Form here or click on the "Apply Now" on the Homepage

STEP 2

Submit Admission Documents

Submit the following materials to the Admissions Office
+ Digital Picture (Passport style).
+ Digital copy of a current government identification document.
+ Résumé or Curriculum Vitae (CV): In the case of adult students, a record of professional accomplishment often provides an equal and sometimes better indication of the student’s capacity for college study than an academic record from years past. The Admissions Committee views the applicant’s professional background and achievements as a significant indicator of potential success in Apollos University programs.

STEP 3

Submit official transcripts

The applicant must provide official transcripts from all high schools for the undergraduate programs and universities or colleges attended including the highest degree, if applicable, awarded by an Institution accredited by agencies that are recognized by the United States Secretary of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or, for no-U.S. Institutions, an accepted foreign equivalent that is listed in the International Handbook of Universities. Transcripts are to be sent directly to Apollos University. This is accomplished by contacting the Registrar at the institution and making a request for the transcript to be forwarded to APOLLOS. Usually such requests are accompanied by required transcript fees to each institution.
The applicant may use the Transcript Request from Previous Schools form to facilitate your request if required by your previous institution(s).  Please have digital transcripts sent to admissions@apollos.edu, hard-copy transcripts sent to

Apollos University

Attention: Admissions

600 Central Avenue, Suite 215

Great Falls, MT 59401

844-476-5567

Note: Apollos requires applicants to submit additional transcripts in the following cases:
+ Applicants seeking consideration of prior credit for transfer are required to submit official transcripts indicating award of that credit. The applicant may be required to provide additional information such as a school catalog or syllabus to support the request for transfer. More detail...
+ Applicants whose highest degree transcript does not indicate all courses completed in pursuit of the degree may be required to submit additional transcripts to substantiate credit.

Transcript Requirement

Please keep in mind that transcript requirements differ depending on degree level

1.An official high school transcript or its equivalent as follows:
 Military service members and veterans may provide:

+ DD Form 1966 - Record of Military Processing.
+ DD Form 214 - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.
+ Military Branch records that document high school graduation or equivalent.

 Homeschooled students must provide an official transcript issued by a governmental authority or school supervisor that attests to the successful completion of a state approved program considered to be equivalent to an accredited high school diploma or GED certificate.
 Transfer students may provide an official transcript from an accredited postsecondary institutional in which at least twelve (12) semester hours have been successfully completed with a grade of “C” or higher in each course. Apollos University reserves the right to verify high school completion and can still require proof of the completion.
2.Transcripts of previously earned credit to be evaluated for possible transfer to an Apollos program.
NOTE: unofficial transcripts will be accepted to expedite transfer credit evaluation. Official transcripts must be submitted within the first semester by students who are admitted to the University.
3.Successful completion of the AU Orientation Program Class

Conditional Status Undergraduate Programs: All undergraduate applicants are reviewed by qualified evaluators. Those who do not meet the specific requirements above or who only have documents provided by a family source may be eligible to enroll conditionally as a non-degree seeking student. While on conditional status, students will be required to successfully complete all of the following courses with a minimum grade of “C” in each, or the student will be subject to academic dismissal:
+ ADM 1000 Skills for Academic Success
+ ENG 1301 English Composition I
+ MTH 1301 Algebra I
+ HIS 1310 US History I

1.Possess a baccalaureate degree awarded by Institutions accredited by agencies that are recognized by the United States Secretary of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or, for no-U.S. Institutions, an accepted foreign equivalent that is listed in the International Handbook of Universities.
2.Undergraduate grade point average of at least 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent from an international institution.
3.Graduate courses with grade of B or higher (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) from an Institution as defined above can be considered for transfer. A maximum of 18 graduate level credits can be transferred into the master’s level program.
4.Successfully complete the AU Orientation Program Class

1.Possess a master degree awarded by Institutions accredited by agencies that are recognized by the United States Secretary of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or, for non-U.S. Institutions, an accepted foreign equivalent that is listed in the International Handbook of Universities, hereafter, referred to as appropriately accredited institution(s).
2.Graduate grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale) or its equivalent. Doctoral level courses with grade of B or higher (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) from an Institution as defined above can be considered for transfer. A maximum of 9 credits can be transferred into the doctorate level program.
3.Successfully complete the AU Orientation Program Class

Applicants whose native language is not English and who have not earned a degree from an appropriately accredited institution where English is the principal language of instruction must demonstrate college-level proficiency in English through one of the following:
1. Undergraduate Degree: A minimum score of 500 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), or 61 on the Internet Based Test (iBT), a 6.0 on the International English Language Test (IELTS), or 44 on the Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report.
A high school diploma completed at an accredited/recognized high school (where the medium of instruction is English).
2. Master’s Degree: A minimum score of 530 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), or 71 on the Internet Based Test (iBT), a 6.5 on the International English Language Test (IELTS), or 50 on the Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report.
3. First Professional Degree or Professional Doctoral Degree: A minimum score of 550 on the paper-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL PBT), or 80 on the Internet Based Test (iBT), a 6.5 on the International English Language Test (IELTS), or 58 on the Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report.
4. A minimum score on the College Board Accuplacer ESL Exam Series as follows: ESL Language Use: Score of 85 ESL Listening: Score of 80 ESL Reading: Score of 85 ESL Sentence Meaning: Score of 90 ESL Writeplacer: Score of 4 Comprehensive Score for all exams of 350
5. A minimum grade of Pre-1 on the Eiken English Proficiency Exam;
6. A minimum B-2 English proficiency level identified within the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) standards and assessed through various ESOL examinations, including the University of Cambridge;
7. A transcript indicating completion of at least 30 semester credit hours with an average grade of “C” or higher at an institution accredited by an agency recognized by the United States Secretary of Education and/or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or accepted foreign equivalent that is listed in the International Handbook of Universities where the language of instruction was English. A “B” or higher is required for master’s degree, first professional degree, or professional doctoral degree.

STEP 4

Admissions Committee Review

When the applicant's admissions file is complete, the Director will notify the Admissions Committee and the review process will begin. The Admissions Committee will assess two key factors:

1.The potential for successful completion of the applicable degree program based upon the applicant’s prior academic work and the successful completion of the Orientation Program.
2.The ability of Apollos University’s program to help the student reach his or her goals.

Within 15 days of completion of the file, applicants will be notified of the admission decision. If there are specific questions about a file, the applicant will be given the opportunity to respond before a decision is made.

Questions about the application process can be addressed by contacting the Admissions Office by sending e-mail to admissions@apollos.edu.