Admissions Information

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UWest welcomes a diverse student body and offers inclusive learning. The university does not discriminate based upon sex, gender, race, color, religion, status as a veteran, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or national and ethnic origin in its educational programs, student activities, employment, or admission policies.

UWest invites student applicants to contribute to and benefit from the university experience, involvement with the community, academic success, and personalized attention.

The admission and application requirements for freshman, transfer, international, and graduate students vary. Meeting the minimum application requirements does not guarantee admission but does ensure that applicants will be given full consideration.

Please contact an Enrollment Counselor at (866) GO-UWEST—(866) 468-9378 for more information or schedule an appointment by emailing: info@uwest.edu

 

Minimum Admissions Standards

To ensure each of our incoming students is prepared to succeed at UWest, we seek applicants who meet the following minimum prior grade point average (GPA) requirements:

Freshman Minimum Standard
  • Cumulative High School GPA: 2.50
Transfer Minimum Standard
  • Cumulative College GPA: 2.00
Graduate Minimum Standard
Graduate Minimum GPA
  • MBA, Professional MBA: 2.50
  • MA Religious Studies: 3.00
  • MA Psychology: 3.00
  • MDiv Buddhist Chaplaincy: 3.00
  • DBMin Buddhist Ministry: 3.00
  • PhD Religious Studies: 3.00

 

Priority Deadlines

The following deadlines for application apply to all applicants:

Undergraduate
Application Type
Fall
Spring
Summer
All Undergraduate Programs
June 15
November 15
Not applicable

 

Graduate Programs
Application Type
Fall
Spring
Summer
MA Religious Studies
June 15
November 15
Not applicable
MBA, Professional MBA
June 15
November 15
April 1
MA Psychology – Marriage & Family Therapy
March 15 *
* Application accepted for Fall Semester ONLY
MA in Buddhist Spiritual Care
March 15
November 15
Not applicable
MDiv Buddhist Chaplaincy
March 15
November 15
Not Applicable
Doctor of Buddhist Ministry
March 15
November 15
Not Applicable
Doctor of Philosophy in Religious Studies
March 15 *
* Application accepted for Fall Semester ONLY

 

Non-Degree Programs
Type of Application
Fall Semester 22
Spring Semester 23
Summer Semester 23
Intensive English
One week prior to start date
One week prior to start date
One week prior to start date
Open Enrollment
Prior to First Day of Each Term

*Note: When space is available, programs may accept applications after the official deadline. For late application questions, contact info@uwest.edu.

**International Applicant Deadline: Applicants must have a valid F-1 visa to attend UWest. Those who do not yet have a current F-1 visa will need to apply to UWest at least three months in advance of the intended start date to allow time for the visa approval process.

 

Early Admission (freshmen only)

By applying through Early Admission, you have the possibility to receive an admission decision before you graduate from high school. This means more time to spend on identifying your financial aid package, planning campus visits, meeting with your academic advisors, and getting ready to make a strong start in your first college semester.

High school seniors are eligible to apply for early admission; conditional admission may be granted to those who qualify based on the applicant’s transcript date. An official high school transcript copy showing graduation and cumulative GPA must be submitted prior to the first day of class at UWest.

 

Notification of Admission Status

Students applying for Early Admission usually will be notified of their admission status within two weeks of submitting the completed application. All other applicants can expect to receive their admission notification within three weeks of completing their application. Applications are reviewed and decisions are mailed out on a rolling basis. We highly recommend that you complete the application requirements as early as possible.

 

State Authorization

UWest offers two distance education programs.  For more information, please click here: STATE AUTHORIZATION FOR DISTANCE EDUCATION »

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