Undergraduate Application Instructions
Application Fees and Priority Dates
A non-refundable fee of $40 must be submitted by all students (except UNO returning students) applying for admission.
Applications cannot be accepted without the required fee. Please do not send cash through the mail.
Late applications are not accepted from international students.
In addition to the $40 application fee, a non-refundable $30 late fee (total $70) will be assessed for all applications received after the priority dates.
Application Priority Dates
Fall Semester
International Students.....................June 1All Other Students..........................July 1
Summer Session
International Students.....................March 1All Other Students..........................May 1
Spring Semester
Note: Priority Dates extended until further noticeInternational Students.....................October 1
All Other Students..........................November 1
Instructions for Undergraduate Students
You should apply as an undergraduate student if you are:- a first-time freshmen
- a transfer student
- a returning UNO undergraduate student
- pursuing a second bachelor's degree
- an undergraduate guest student (one semester only)
Freshmen Requirements
Students who graduate from state-approved high schools must complete the Louisiana Board of Regents Core Curriculum and require no more than one developmental/remedial course (ACT of 19 or higher or equivalent SAT score of 460 or higher in Mathematics and ACT of 18 or higher or equivalent SAT score of 450 or higher in English is non-remedial) AND one of the following:
- ACT composite score of 23 or greater (SAT I Math + Critical Reading combined score of 1060 or greater) OR
- High school cumulative GPA of 2.5 or greater and non-remedial in English and Math subscores OR
- High school graduation rank top 25% of class
Out-of-State and Homeschool students who do not meet the core curriculum must satisfy all items in #1-3 or have a composite ACT score of 26 or greater (SAT I Math + Critical Reading combined score of 1170 or greater) and require no more than one developmental/remedial course.
Adult Freshmen age 25 and over who are graduates of state approved high schools (or have received their GED) need not satisfy the test score, GPA and rank admission requirements.
Unit(s) |
Course |
|---|---|
4 |
English I, II, III, and IV |
1 |
Algebra I or Integrated Mathematics I or Algebra I - Parts 1 & 2 (two units) or Applied Algebra 1A & 1B (two units) or Applied Mathematics I & II (two units) |
1 |
Algebra II or Integrated Mathematics II |
1 |
Geometry, Calculus, Advanced Math I or II, Pre-Calculus, Probability and Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, Algebra III, Applied Mathematics III, Integrated Mathematics III, or AP Calculus AB |
1 |
Biology I or II |
1 |
Chemistry I or II, or Chemistry Com |
1 |
Earth Science, Physical Science, Environmental Science, Biology II, Chemistry II, Physics, Physics II, Physics for Technology, AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism, AP Physics C: Mechanics, or Agriscience I & II (two units) |
1 |
Additional Math or Science: Geometry, Calculus, Advanced Math I, Advanced Math II, Pre-Calculus, Probability and Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, Algebra III, Applied Mathematics III, Integrated Mathematics III, AP Calculus AB, Biology II, Chemistry II, Physics, Physics II, AP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism, or AP Physics C: Mechanics |
1 |
American History |
1 |
Civics and Free Enterprise (1 unit combined), Civics, or AP American Government |
1 |
World History, Western Civilization, World Geography, or European History |
1 |
Fine Arts Survey or 2 units of performance courses in music, dance or theater or 2 units of studio art or 2 units of visual art or Speech III & IV (two units) or 1 unit of an elective from among the other subjects listed in this core curriculum |
2 |
Foreign Language (2 units in the same language), or American Sign Language I & II |
1/2 |
Computer Science I or II, Business Computer Applications, Computer Technology Literacy,
Introduction to Business Computer Applications, or Computer Science Elective or Word Processing, Computer Multimedia Presentations, Desktop Publishing, Web Design, Telecommunications, Computer Applications, Computer Architecture, Computer Systems/Networking I, Digital Graphics and Animation, Multimedia Productions, Webmastering, Independent Study In Technology Applications, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science AB, Database Design and Programming, Java Programming, Database Programming with PL/SQL Training, Digital Media I or II, Advanced Technical Drafting, or Computer Electronics I or II or ½ unit of an elective from among the other subjects listed in this core curriculum |
17.5 |
Total Core Curriculum Units |
You should submit an application as early as possible during the year before you wish to enroll. If you are currently in high school you must attach a list of the 12th grade courses in which you are enrolled. Transcripts must be mailed directly from the high school to the UNO Office of Admissions in order to be considered official; ACT/SAT scores must be sent directly to UNO from the American College Testing Program/Educational Testing Services.
ACT and SAT Tests
If you are a freshman or transfer applicant who has completed less than 18 semester hours of college coursework, you must take the ACT (American College Test) and have your scores sent to UNO (college code 1591). National ACT tests are administered in October, December, February, April, and June each year at regular ACT testing centers. The SAT I (Scholastic Aptitude Test, UNO college code 6379) may be used in place of the ACT. Test dates are in October, November, December, January, April, May, and June. Contact UNO Testing Services at (504)-280-TEST (8378) for additional ACT test dates or for special accommodations testing, both offered on the UNO campus. We also strongly recommend that you take the optional ACT Writing Test, which will be offered beginning Spring 2005.
Transfer Students
You should submit an application as early as possible during the year before you wish to enroll. On the application you must indicate all colleges and/or universities attended whether or not you have earned credit. In addition, you should include any schools you plan to attend before your actual enrollment at UNO. You must request that the registrar of each university you have attended send official transcript(s) to the UNO Office of Admissions. Transcripts are only considered official if they are mailed directly from the registrar to our Office of Admissions. Student copies of transcripts are not considered official. If you are enrolled in college when you apply to UNO you must send transcripts at the time of application and again at the close of the semester. Generally a 2.25 cumulative GPA is required for admission.
If you have graduated from high school and have completed fewer than 18 semester hours of college credit you must meet both freshman and transfer admission requirements.
Returning UNO Undergraduate Students
If you are a former UNO undergraduate and you were not enrolled in the regular semester (excluding Summer Session) preceding the semester of desired enrollment, you must re-apply for admission. The application fee is waived for returning UNO students; you will be assessed a late fee if your application is received after the priority date.
Merit Scholarship Program
New freshmen and transfer students are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships if the application, transcripts and test scores required for admission are on file by the January 15 priority date for the incoming fall class. Notification of awards will be mailed on a rolling basis through March. For a more detailed description of the types of scholarships and the minimum criteria, click here or contact the Chief Coordinator of Scholarships in the Office of Student Financial Aid at (504) 280-3191, email finaid@uno.edu
Instructions for All Students
Guest Students
If you are pursuing a degree at another university, and you wish to take courses at UNO for one semester as a guest student, please indicate this on the application (question 24 for undergraduate students and question 29 for graduate students). A Letter of Good Standing from the Registrar (if you are an undergraduate student) or Dean of the Graduate School (if you are a graduate student) from your home institution giving you permission to take courses at UNO may substitute for an official transcript.
Financial Aid
To be considered for financial aid you must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is available for completion online at www.fafsa.ed.gov beginning January 1st of each year. You are encouraged to apply early! By submitting the FAFSA, the Federal Processing Center will process your application, then forward your eligibility information to the UNO Office of Student Financial Aid. You will need to include the UNO Title IV School Code 002015 on your FAFSA. Once our Office of Student Financial Aid receive your information, they will email you a confirmation of your Financial Aid Award or request any additional information if needed, so please check your UNO email address regularly. You may contact our Office of Student Financial Aid at (504) 280-6603 for further details.
Selective Service Registration
Louisiana State law stipulates that we must confirm the Selective Service registration of all draft eligible males (generally between the ages of 18 and 25, U.S. citizens or permanent resident aliens) before we permit students to enroll. We will contact Selective Service for this verification. However, if Selective Service cannot confirm your draft registration, we will ask you to provide us with a copy of your draft card or, if you have been in the Service, a copy of your discharge papers. If you have been excused from the draft, you should send the Office of Admissions proof that you have been excused.
Immunization
Louisiana law requires new students to provide proof of immunization against measles, mumps, rubella, diphtheria, and tetanus. If you were born before 1957 you need only satisfy the diphtheria-tetanus requirement. This information must be submitted to our Office of Student Health Services before you register for classes. Student Health Services, (504) 280-6387, will contact you regarding this requirement once you are admitted.
Student Housing
Pontchartrain Hall is a brand new residence hall, featuring 4 bedroom and 2 bedroom & 1 bath Suite Style living. Privateer Apartments are also located onc ampus. Contact the Office of Student Housing at (504) 280-6585 or their website http://housing.uno.edu for more details and an application for on-campus housing.
Disabled Students
Federal law prohibits us from making pre-admission inquiry about learning or other disabilities. Any information received regarding learning or other disabilities will not adversely affect any admission decision. If you require special services because of your disability you should notify the Office of Disability Services at (504) 280-6222. This voluntary self-identification allows UNO to prepare appropriate support services to facilitate your learning. This information will be kept in strict confidence. This and all publications of the University of New Orleans are available in alternate media for persons with disabilities.
Non-U.S. Citizens
Please submit a photocopy of both sides of your Alien Registration Card (Form I-551) if you are a permanent resident alien.
If you are already in the U.S. and you hold another type of visa, please submit a photocopy of your Arrival-Departure Record
(Form I-94) and passport visa stamp.
International Students
- Academic records required are:
- official certified transcripts of each year of secondary school/college or university work;
- certified English translation of each year of secondary school/college or university work.
Each transcript should include the dates of attendance, titles of courses, credits earned, detailed marks, and an explanation of the marks or grading system used. These records must be authenticated as accurate by an appropriate school or government official. The records must be mailed directly to this office from the school. No photocopies will be accepted. TOEFL scores are required if you are from a non-English speaking country. Please contact the Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NY 08540 for a TOEFL application form. The I-20 form is not issued until all financial documents have been received and you are admitted.
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Important UNO Numbers:
| Office of Admissions | 504.280.6595 or 1.800.256.5.UNO |
| Office of Financial Aid | 504.280.6603 |
| finaid@uno.edu | |
| Bursar | 504.280.6489 |
| BursarInfo@uno.edu | Office of the Registrar | 504.280.6216 |
| registrar@uno.edu | |
| Student Housing | 504.280.6402 or 504.282.5670 |
| studenthousing@uno.edu | |
| Graduate School | 504.280.1155 |
| www.grad.uno.edu | |
| Student Life | 504.280.6222 |
| www.uno.edu/studentlife.cfm | |
| Student Support Services | 504.280.7036 |
| www.studentaffairs.uno.edu | |
| Career Development | 504.280.6225 |
| www.career.uno.edu | |
| IELP - Intensive English Language Program | 504.280.5530 |
| www.ielp.uno.edu |
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