High School Counselor Corner
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Updated Admissions Requirements for Summer and Fall 2020 Applicants
No ACT or SAT Scores Required
- Must be a first-year student
- Must apply for summer or fall 2020 semester to start
- Will be accepted into associate degree-seeking pathways without ACT or SAT scores provided they meet all other UNG established admission requirements
- Acceptance to a particular campus cannot be guaranteed
- Check on our updates to admission deadlines
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, national SAT and ACT dates that were scheduled through June 2020 have been canceled. In response to this action, the University System of Georgia made the decision to allow USG institutions to grant admission to Dual Enrollment students based on alternative admissions standards, including the use of the PSAT to determine admissibility.
Based on this new guidance, UNG has adopted the following admission requirements for Dual Enrollment students seeking admission for summer or fall 2020:
- GPA remains at 3.25 as calculated on completed RHSC.
- If SAT or ACT scores are available, utilize scores as usual to determine admissibility.
PSAT
If SAT or ACT scores are not available or applicant does not meet minimum test score requirements, students may use PSAT scores for admission. PSAT scores must come directly from the high school guidance counselor and can be sent to psat@ung.edu. PSAT test scores for admissibility:
PSAT Scores
- 490 EBRW
- 440 Math
- 960 Combined
Accuplacer
If no PSAT available or does not meet minimum scores, Accuplacer may be completed with following scores earned:
Accuplacer Scores
- 243 Reading
- 4 Writeplacer
- 266 Math
Students who do not provide or meet current SAT/ACT test score requirements or alternatives would not be considered for dual enrollment admission consideration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are our application deadlines?
New Deadlines
(All supporting documents are due within two weeks of the application deadline)
| Student Type | Spring | Summer | Fall |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Freshman - Associate | Nov. 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
| New Freshman - Bachelors | Nov. 1 | April 1 | Nov. 15 (Early Action) | Feb. 15 (Regular Admission) |
| Dual Enrollment | Oct. 1 | April 15 | May 15 |
| International | Nov. 1 | N/A | May 1 |
| All Others (Transfer, Transient, Returning, Post - Baccalaureate) | Nov. 1 | April 1 | July 1 |
How can I learn more about Dual Enrollment?
Visit our dual-joint enrollment web page to learn more about Dual Enrollment expectations.
How do I submit official transcripts?
You can submit transcripts via GAFutures, E-Script, Parchment, or via mail. Please mail the transcripts and all other documents to our Admissions Imaging Center, located on the Gainesville campus.
University of North Georgia
Admissions Imaging Center
PO Box 1358
Gainesville, GA 30503-1358
How should I advise my student to apply for Early Action or Regular Admission?
If the student has taken the SAT or ACT prior to our Early Action deadline, we advise that the student applies and competes for a spot in our early decision. It is a non-binding decision if accepted. In the case that they have met the expectations but not extended acceptance, they will automatically be updated to the Regular Admission pool.
What are the core curriculum expectations for UNG?
Associate
Complete 17 (16 for students graduating 2011 or earlier) Required High School Curriculum (RHSC) units of high school course work. If you are missing a course, you may be considered for admission if you meet additional guidelines. You may be considered for admission if you have a GED, are at least 18 years old (exceptions for younger students may be considered), meet all associate admissions expectations, and your high school graduating class graduated within 5 years of the start of your intended semester of enrollment.
Bachelor's
Complete 17 (16 for students graduating 2011 or earlier) Required High School Curriculum (RHSC) units of high school course work. No exceptions on the failure to complete the required 17 units of high school course work.
What are the expectations for incoming freshmen?
At UNG, we base our admission off of the Freshman Index. This is a combination of the student’s core GPA and test scores from the ACT or SAT. Here is the formula we use to calculate a student’s Freshman Index.
- SAT FI = (High school GPA x 500) + SAT critical reading + SAT math
- ACT FI = (High school GPA x 500) + (ACT composite score x 42) + 88
The minimums are as follows:
Associate Degree
| Associate Degree Test Score Requirements | ||
|---|---|---|
| SAT (After March 2016) | 380 Evidence-Based Reading & Writing | 360 Math |
| SAT (Prior to March 2016) | 330 Reading | 310 Math |
| ACT | 12 English or Reading | 14 Math |
Bachelor's Degree Minimums
Admission to a bachelor's degree program is selective, and meeting minimum scores does not necessarily guarantee acceptance.
| Bachelor's Degree Test Score Requirements | ||
|---|---|---|
| SAT (After March 2016) | 530 Evidence-Based Reading & Writing | 480 Math |
| SAT (Prior to March 2016) | 480 Reading | 440 Math |
| ACT | 20 English or Reading | 18 Math |
The following GPA and test scores show the middle 50% range that was accepted from the Fall 2019 bachelor's degree-seeking new freshman applicant pool.
| Bachelor's Degree Middle 50% Profile (Accepted Fall 2018 Class) | |
|---|---|
| Required High School Curriculum GPA | 3.33 - 3.87 |
| SAT (Combined Evidence-Based Reading & Writing and Math) | 1080 - 1220 |
| ACT Composite | 22 - 26 |
Who is the Admissions Counselor in my area?
What do students need for the new freshman application process?
- Students need the following documents to complete their application process:
- Application and application fee
- Official High School Transcript
- Official College Transcript if your student has completed college coursework through dual enrollment at the time of their application
- Official SAT/ACT scores
- Proof of Lawful Presence
- We do NOT require essays, letters of recommendations, interviews, etc.
What is the difference between the associate and bachelor’s pathways at UNG?
The associate pathway is held on the Blue Ridge, Cumming, Gainesville and Oconee campuses. It is our two-year pathway for students to complete their core classes. Once they complete 30 hours with a 2.25 GPA, they can choose to internally transfer to a bachelor's degree on either the Gainesville or Dahlonega Campus.
How many campuses does UNG have and what are the differences?
Currently, UNG serves students on 5 campuses. These include the Blue Ridge, Cumming, Dahlonega, Gainesville and Oconee campuses.
Dahlonega is exclusively for the bachelor’s pathway only, which consists of 50+ degrees, as well as the only campus with residential housing.
The Gainesville campus offers all associate pathways and 20+ bachelor’s pathways.
The Blue Ridge, Cumming, and Oconee campuses allow students to start either the associate or bachelor’s pathway but will require an internal transfer to the Dahlonega or Gainesville campus, depending on the major.
How do I advise my student to check their application status?
Visit our Check Application Status page to learn more about the status of their UNG application for admission.
How should I advise my student on applying for the Honor’s Program?
The student must meet our eligibility criteria to be considered for admission into our UNG Honor’s Program. The student must carry a GPA of 3.5 and a minimum of 1200 combined on the SAT or ACT composite of 25. Just because the eligibility criteria is met does not mean automatic acceptance. Find our details about the application and deadlines.