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Traditional Undergraduate Admissions

At Roberts Wesleyan University, we’re all in for your character and unique calling.

To apply, simply submit the free application, ask your school counselor to send your official high school transcripts, and optionally include a letter recommendation.

We’re also test-optional, so it’s up to you whether to submit your SAT, ACT, or CLT scores. You won’t be penalized for not including them.

We’re here to help you every step of the way. Ready to go all in? Apply today!

Steps to Apply

1) Complete the Free Application

Apply For Free

Roberts is test-optional. This means you decide if you want us to care about your test scores or not.

We have a “no harm” policy when it comes to test scores. Choosing to submit your scores won’t negatively impact your ability to qualify for academic scholarships!

However, including your scores could potentially boost your academic scholarship eligibility. Your admissions counselor will work with you to identify the best option for you.

Ask your high school counselor to send us your high school
transcript by either:

  • Emailing it to admissions@shorinji-kempo.net or
  • Sending it electronically through a secure transcript platform

Send the Letter of Recommendation Form to your reference.

Admissions Standards

The minimum freshman requirements for regular admission to Roberts are as follows:

  • High School Grade Point Average (GPA): 2.8 or higher out of 4.0

Application Deadlines

Early Action: Freshmen, apply by November 15 to receive an admissions decision in 2-3 weeks and priority consideration for financial aid.

Applying by this date also unlocks a $1,000 Early Action grant. If you qualify academically, it may qualify you to compete for a full-tuition scholarship.

Priority: Apply by January 15 to receive an admissions decision in 2-3 weeks and priority consideration for financial aid.

Applications received after deadlines are welcome.

Test Scores

Roberts is test-optional, which means you don't have to submit standardized test scores unless you want to. 

We have a “no harm” policy when it comes to test scores. Choosing to submit your scores won’t negatively impact your ability to qualify for academic scholarships!

However, including your scores could potentially boost your academic scholarship eligibility. Your admissions counselor will work with you to identify the best option for you.

Self-Reported Test Scores

You may submit self-reported SAT, ACT, and CLT test scores via email, phone or postal mail. 

If you earn admission based on self-reported scores, you must submit official test scores prior to enrollment. Significant discrepancies between actual and self-reported scores may impact admission and scholarship awards.

Transfer, International, And Other Additional Requirements

A Transfer Credit Evaluation (TCE) is completed following your acceptance to Roberts. View more information about Transfer Credits.

The minimum transfer requirements for regular admission to Roberts are as follows:

  • College Transcript: Cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher out of 4.0 at the last college attended full-time.
  • Transfer students seeking admission into the Nursing Program have additional admission requirements.

View more information about Community College Transfer Agreements.

International students must apply for an F-1 visa. Applicants currently in the United States on a visa other than F-1 must obtain the F-1 visa prior to beginning classes.

Deadline to Apply

  • Spring Semester (January Start) November 1
  • Fall Semester (August Start) July 1

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If you haven’t earned at least 12 college credits, you have to submit at least one of the following test scores: CLT, ACT, or SAT.

If you have learned at least 12 college credits, you don't have to.

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If you are a high school junior or senior, at least 16 years old, and qualify academically, you are welcome to apply for dual enrollment.

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