For more than 160 years, we have welcomed students who, like you, look forward to an education grounded in the real world, who value faith and service, and who are eager to meet new people. As a Quincy student, you are beginning a new chapter in your life, filling it with learning, friendships, serving others, career aspirations, and fun.
It is the policy of Quincy University to admit qualified students without regard to race/ethnicity, citizenship/national origin, age, sex, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, financial situation, veteran status, marital status, or disability/health condition. We welcome students who enroll soon after completing high school and individuals who are seeking higher education while pursuing a career. The purpose of the Admissions Office is to identify students whose academic abilities and preparation suggest they will be successful in a challenging academic program. Since individuals - like the communities they form - are more than test scores and transcripts, we also consider extracurricular participation, leadership experiences, evidence of social and ethical concerns, and personal character, qualities and interests. As a result, you will find a community of peers that is both different and stronger than any you have known. Nothing a student does in her or his college search is more important than a visit to the campus. Some students come as part of a group during one of several “visit days” held throughout the year. Others prefer an individual schedule that might include sitting in on a class, talking with a professor, spending a night in a residence hall, and attending Quincy events. Whatever the student prefers, the Admissions Office is available to help with the scheduling. We know the value of a campus visit in helping students make an informed decision. Campus visit scheduling, application materials, and enrollment counseling assistance are available at:
Office of Admissions
Quincy University
1800 College Ave.
Quincy, IL 62301
217.222.8020
800.688.4295
email: admissions@quincy.edu
website: https://www.quincy.edu/admissions/
As a Franciscan university, we comply with the lawful mandates of the federal government. We also adhere to the statements of ethical recruiting practices encouraged by the National Association of College Admission Counseling. Admission is open to all qualified students regardless of circumstance and life experience. The admission policies and procedures described in this catalog apply to applicants who recently graduated from high school, as well as applicants who are returning to college after earning a GED or following significant time in the work force, provided the candidate has earned a high school diploma or GED. Both groups of applicants will be considered under the same standards.
Admission Process
Quincy uses a rolling admissions process with preferential dates which means that we accept qualified applicants in the order in which they apply. Admission decisions will generally be made within a week of the time the application has been completed. Accepted students may finalize their enrollment by submitting the required enrollment fee. Scholarships and financial aid are only awarded to eligible students who have been accepted for admission. There are numerous opportunities for financial assistance at Quincy University, and no student should rule out attendance without fully exploring the options available. Campus housing and registration are available only to those admitted applicants who have submitted their enrollment fee. Although most new students start at Quincy University in the fall semester, a smaller number of students also enroll for the second semester which starts in January.
QU Admissions determines whether a student undergoes a first-year student or transfer student admissions process based on their high school graduation timeline and how their timeline intersects with their completion of college credit(s). The Office of Admissions defines first-year students as those who have not yet graduated from high school, regardless of the amount of college credit already earned through dual credit, Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) courses, and other academic and experiential opportunities equivalent to academic coursework. Transfer students are those who’ve successfully graduated from high school, attended a college or university for a full semester or quarter after graduation, and earned at least 12 credit hours during their first semester.
First-Year Student (Freshman) Admission
Applicants seeking first-year admission to Quincy University must submit a completed application for admission and an official high school transcript. Applicants may also submit official ACT or SAT scores; however, Quincy University maintains a test-optional admission policy for students who choose not to submit standardized test scores. (Quincy University’s test codes are 1120 for ACT and 1645 for SAT.) In some cases, the Admission Committee may request additional materials, such as references or a writing sample.
Quincy University employs a holistic review process and does not establish minimum ACT or SAT scores for admission. Likewise, the University does not require a specific high school curriculum, recognizing that academic opportunities vary among schools. Admission decisions are based on a comprehensive evaluation of each applicant’s academic preparation and potential for success at the University.
While standardized test scores may be considered as part of the admission review, greater emphasis is placed on a student’s high school academic record. Students are encouraged to complete a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, including four years of English and at least three years each of mathematics, science, and social science. Additional coursework in world languages, fine arts, and computer science is also recommended.
Students who have completed college-level coursework while in high school may be eligible for advanced standing, placement, and/or college credit through programs such as Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), dual-credit courses, and other approved credit-bearing experiences. Official transcripts or exam scores must be submitted to the Office of Admissions, where they will be reviewed and evaluated by the University Registrar for potential application toward a Quincy degree.
Quincy University welcomes applications from homeschooled students. Because educational experiences vary, the University may require alternative forms of documentation to evaluate academic preparation and readiness for college-level study. Prospective homeschooled students should contact the Office of Admission for specific requirements.
Applicants who have completed the General Educational Development (GED) program must submit official GED test scores and certification, as well as any available high school transcripts documenting prior coursework.
Admission is contingent upon successful completion of high school or attainment of an acceptable high school equivalency credential. All admitted students must submit a final official high school transcript or official GED documentation prior to enrollment.
Transfer Student Admission
Students seeking admission to Quincy University after studying at another institution of college rank must submit the following documents to the Office of Admissions:
- Apply Using QU Application or Common App
- Complete your personal statement
- Submit official college transcripts from each college/university attended
- High School transcripts are required if the student does not have an Associate’s Degree or has less than sixty (60) transferable credit hours
- Official ACT or SAT scores are required if student has less than eleven (11) hours
Transfer students are required to complete the Bonaventure Program Requirements graduation requirements. Transfer students should consult with their academic advisor to determine the specific requirements applicable to their degree program and transfer credit evaluation.
Students who have completed at least 24 transferable college credit hours after high school graduation are exempt from the First-Year Experience (FYE) course requirement.
At Quincy University, we value the work you’ve already completed. Our transfer credit process is designed to make your transition as smooth as possible by carefully evaluating and applying eligible credits toward your degree. Quincy’s admissions team works closely with each student to determine how previous college coursework and exam credits fit into your academic program. To learn more about transferable courses and exam (AP, IB, CLEP) credits, visit the Undergraduate Transfer and Exam Credits web page.
Guidelines
- Courses must be 100-level or higher to be considered for transfer.
- Vocational courses are not eligible for transfer credit.
- Credits must be earned at a regionally accredited institution.
- Students must earn a grade of C- or higher in each course.
- Some transferred courses may not apply directly to a major but may count toward elective requirements.
- Courses completed with a C- or D grade may be petitioned for transfer credit, with a maximum of nine (9) credit hours eligible for approval.
The final awarding of transfer credit is made by the Office of the Registrar after the required enrollment fee has been submitted.
The number of credit hours accepted from approved or accredited community colleges is limited only by the requirement that a student must earn at least 56 semester hours or the equivalent from approved four-year colleges or an equivalent in foreign university/college hours. These 56 semester hours include a required minimum of 30 semester hours in residency at Quincy University. All transfer students must satisfy departmental requirements for baccalaureate degrees including prerequisites.
Grades earned in courses accepted for transfer do not figure into the cumulative grade point average at Quincy University.
Prior to meeting with an incoming advisor for regsitration, all transfer students must complete the Transfer Student Graduation Timeline Acknowledgement.
Illinois Articulation Agreement
Quincy University is a receiving only participant in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI). IAI is a statewide agreement, implemented by the Illinois Board of Higher Education in 1993, to improve the transfer process for students who enter college at one institution and transfer to others prior to degree completion. As a receiving only participating institution, Quincy University accepts certain courses within the IAI’s General Education Core Curriculum. Beyond the scope of IAI, Quincy University does require admitted transfer students to complete prescribed institutional and/or mission related courses prior to graduation. We, therefore, recommend all transfer students contact the University’s transfer coordinator with their specific questions regarding IAI. Information about IAI can also be found on the web at www.itransfer.org.
International Student Admission
Quincy University is approved by the U. S. Department of Homeland Security to accept and enroll nonimmigrant foreign students.
Applicants from foreign countries must file the following credentials with the Office of Admissions by June 1 for fall semester and by October 1 for spring semester:
- Complete and sign a Quincy University Application for Undergraduate Admission.
- An official copy of the original transcript(s) of all high school and/or college work (an English translation of the original transcript(s) is required).
- All applicants from non-English speaking schools must submit the results of the “Test of English as a Foreign Language” (TOEFL). An official copy of the test scores must be sent to Quincy University by the Educational Testing Service, Princeton, NJ 08541 (Quincy University’s institutional code is 1645). Generally, scores of 500 (paper) or 61 (internet) for undergraduate and 550 (paper) or 79 (internet) for graduate are acceptable evidence of a student’s ability to study successfully in an English-speaking environment. If the student has taken either the ACT or SAT, those official scores should also be submitted.
- Submit a $1,500 enrollment fee.
- A financial statement (certified) attesting to the ability of the student to meet all University costs including books, residential expenses, and health insurance must be notarized and have appropriate signatures.After gaining admission to Quincy University, and the Office of Admissions has received notarized documentation of financial support, Quincy University will issue the Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status (I-20), which is necessary to obtain a visa from an American Embassy to enter and study in the United States. A certified check payable in U.S. dollars covering the total semester cost for tuition, room, board, and health insurance must be received by the University by August 1 for fall semester and December 15 for spring semester. All charges must be settled by August 1 for fall and December 15 for spring- international enrollment costs are not eligible for a payment plan. All international students are required to participate in a health insurance program.
After the student has been accepted by Quincy University and we have received notarized documentation of financial support, Quincy University will issue the Certificate of Eligibility for Nonimmigrant (F-1) Student Status (I-20), which is necessary to obtain a visa from an American Embassy to enter and study in the United States. A certified check payable in U.S. dollars covering the total semester cost for tuition, fees, room, board, and health insurance must be received in the Office of Admissions by August 1 for fall semester and December 15 for spring semester.
All international students are required to participate in a health insurance program.
Returning Student Readmission / Leave of Absence
Current Quincy University students may request a leave of absence from the University for up to one full year. This leave of absence guarantees that the student will not have to reapply to the University when they return, and they will be guaranteed to remain under the same catalog year requirements as when they first entered the institution. If students interrupt their education for more than one year, they will follow the catalog current at the time they are readmitted and they must apply for readmission through the Office of Admissions in order to resume academic work. An official transcript from any institution attended since leaving the University must be submitted to the Office of Admissions. See Undergraduate Academic Policies and Procedures . Leave of absence forms are available at the Office of Student Development in Francis Hall (room 121). Students wishing to return following an academic or disciplinary suspension from Quincy University must submit both the completed and signed application and a statement describing how circumstances are now favorable and will permit timely completion of their academic program.
Program Admission
While admission to Quincy University generally permits enrollment in most undergraduate programs, certain academic programs maintain separate admission requirements and reserve the right to independently evaluate, accept, or deny applicants. Visit the individual programs for more information:
- Nursing Program
- Radiologic Science, BS
- Respiratory Care, BS
- Diagnostic Medical Sonography, BS
- Engineering- Electrical Engineering, BS or Engineering- Mechanical Engineering, BS
- Music Education, Instrumental Music Concentration, BS Music Education, Vocal Music Concentration, BS Music, Instrumental or Vocal Music Concentration, BA
Special Admission Programs
SECOND BACCALAUREATE DEGREE - Candidates who already hold a baccalaureate degree and who seek admission to pursue a second undergraduate degree must file an application for admission and submit official transcripts from each college or university attended.
PART-TIME DEGREE SEEKING STUDENTS - All part-time students interested in earning an undergraduate degree must complete an application for undergraduate admission and submit official transcripts from all colleges previously attended to the Office of Admissions. Students who have never attended college must submit official high school transcripts.
NON-DEGREE SEEKING STUDENTS - Students who do not wish to pursue a Quincy University degree are welcome to enroll as a non-degree seeking student. Applicants seeking admission as a non-degree seeking student must have completed the requirements for a high school degree or equivalency program. Additionally, applicants must be in good standing at the last school, college or university attended. Non-degree seeking students entering Quincy University are not eligible for financial aid. A non-degree seeking application may be obtained through the Office of Admissions. Non-degree seeking students must submit official high school or college transcripts.
SENIOR CITIZENS - The University welcomes adults 62 years of age or older to audit undergraduate courses as students. A reduced tuition fee per credit hour is required, as well as laboratory fees if applicable. Senior citizens need to submit a completed application for admission to the Office of Admissions. Those who are candidates for degree-seeking status must also submit an official high school or college transcript. Senior citizens may audit graduate courses after completing the appropriate paperwork and paying the reduced tuition fee per credit hour. See Financial Policies .
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