Admissions

Admissions Requirements - Freshmen

Entrance requirements include graduation from high school or equivalent* with 20.5 units, including the following:

Those who plan to major in mathematics must have 4 units of high school mathematics and 2 units of science, including either chemistry or physics. Biology majors must have biology, chemistry, physics and 4 units of mathematics. Nursing majors must have biology and chemistry. Cardio-Respiratory Science majors must have biology, chemistry and mathematics. Nuclear Medicine majors must have high school algebra and biology. Applicants lacking above requirements will be reviewed on an individual basis.

*Applicants who apply with a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) must submit an official high school transcript, as well as a copy of their GED Score Report. Applicants wishing to pursue a New York State High School Equivalency Diploma should refer to the catalog section on "Academic Policies and Procedures" for additional information.

Entrance Examinations

Entrance examinations should include one of the following tests:

• Scholastic Achievement Test (SAT). Information may be obtained through the high school guidance office or by writing to the College Entrance Examination Board, P.O. Box 592, Princeton, New Jersey 08540.
• American College Test (ACT). Information may also be obtained through the high school guidance office or by writing American College Testing Program, P.O. Box 168, Iowa City, Iowa 52250.

Critical Reading Placement

All entering freshmen and transfer students who score a minimum of 480 on the Critical Reading section of the SAT exam are exempt from reading courses. Those who score between 450 and 470 are required to take ENG 101 and pass the course with a minimum grade of "C".

Students who score below 450 are required to take ENG 090. Students who pass ENG 090 but with a grade below "C" must take ENG 101; students who fail ENG 090 must repeat ENG 090.

English as a Second Language Placement Test

All entering freshmen and transfer students whose native language is not English are required to take an English Placement Test in the Modern Language Department to be given by the coordinator of English as a Second Language. This test assesses grammar, vocabulary, reading and listening comprehension skills. Early testing dates are made available through the Modern Language Department each semester.

Students with combined test scores of 90 or higher are not required to take ESL courses. Students with combined test scores of 89 or lower will be placed in appropriate level ESL courses in consultation with the ESL coordinator and departmental chairperson.

Mathematics Entrance Requirement

All entering freshmen who do not score a minimum of 450 on the Math SAT are required to take and pass MAT 071, with a minimum grade of "C", before they may take any mathematics course for credit. Students who do not have a Math SAT score must take and pass a placement exam before they take any mathematics course for credit. Students who do not pass the exam must take and pass MAT 071, with a minimum grade of "C", before they may take any mathematics course for credit.

Admissions Application Procedures

Application procedure is initiated by obtaining an application form from the Office of Admissions and carefully following the directions on the application. Upon receipt of high school credentials, SAT/ACT scores (Freshmen only), the application and a $30.00 non-refundable Application Fee, the Admissions Committee considers applications for admission. Although not required, a personal interview is strongly suggested to clarify Molloy's programs to the applicant.

Applicants for Music Performance and Music Therapy majors should contact the Music Department to arrange for an audition and theory examination prior to receiving a decision from the Admissions Office. Applicants for Art should contact the Art Department to make arrangements for a portfolio review.

Applicants for the Nuclear Medicine and Health Information Technology programs are required to have an interview with the respective program director. Based on the results of the above evaluation, students may be admitted into the program or given recommended coursework required to obtain eligibility for admission. Non-matriculated students are not eligible to take any coursework that involves clinical experiences. Transfers to the Social Work major are required to arrange for an interview with the Director of Social Work for formal acceptance into the program.

The Committee for Admissions reviews credentials and notification of the decision of this committee is made to all applicants who complete the application procedure.

Acceptances are based on rolling admissions. To receive confirmation of acceptance a candidate must submit a $200.00 non-refundable Confirmation Deposit which is required as soon as possible after acceptance or by the date specified in the acceptance letter.

All students must submit documentation of immunization as mandated by the New York State Public Health Law. Students born after January 1, 1957 must submit documentation of immunization to Measles (2 doses), Mumps and Rubella.

It is recommended that all students have a current physical and tuberculin test (PPD) prior to college studies.

Early Action on Admission

Early action on admission will be made promptly on applications received by December 1 of the senior year from well-qualified students who have filed all their credentials with the Admissions Office.

Early Admissions for Freshmen

Selected students with superior academic achievement through three years of high school may be admitted to Freshman status prior to completing high school graduation requirements. High school recommendations supporting the applicant's social and academic maturity are required. A personal interview is required.

Admissions Requirements - Transfer Students

Transfer students must follow the regular admission procedure. In addition, they must forward all official college transcripts describing the courses for which credit is to be claimed. Transfer Students who have completed less than 30 credits in the Liberal Arts and Sciences must submit proof of high school graduation. Transfer students may request an interview for an evaluation of credits before they file an application. Transfer students should have applications and all necessary transcripts submitted by January 1 for admission in the Spring semester and by August 15 for admission in the Fall semester. Applications submitted after these dates will be eligible for late registration.

Transfer students must be in good academic standing at their previous college in order to be accepted into Molloy College, carrying a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 for most majors. Only credit hours are accepted in transfer; the cumulative average begins with a student's first semester at Molloy.

The Admissions Office will do a credit evaluation either during the applicant's interview or upon acceptance into the college. The "status sheet," part of the student's acceptance package, indicates those courses which are accepted for credit, and identifies all other coursework needed by the student to complete his/her degree at Molloy. The last 30 credits toward graduation normally must be completed at Molloy. In addition, students must take at least one-half of the major requirements at the College. Any exception to this must be obtained in writing from the office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Students electing to complete a minor at the college must take at least one-half of the requirements for the minor at Molloy.

Transfer education applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 in previous college work in order to be accepted into Molloy's teacher certification programs (Childhood, Adolescence and Special Education). Students who would be entering Molloy with more than junior status (64 credits) are encouraged to arrange for an interview with an Admissions Counselor in order to discuss possible program options. Education students must attend Molloy full-time days during Phase II and III of the teacher certification program.

Transfer nursing applicants fall into three categories: those who are registered nurses with Associate Degrees in Nursing, registered nurses with diploma school backgrounds and those who wish to enroll at Molloy as generic nursing students. Generic nursing applicants must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 in previous coursework and have taken at least secondary school biology and chemistry in recent years. Registered nurses must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 and must hold a New York State license for registered professional nurses valid for the semester in which they intend to enroll.

Transfer of College Credits

Transfer students who have attended two-year colleges will be awarded credit for their previous coursework up to a maximum of 64 credits.

Transfer students who have attended four-year institutions will be awarded credit for their previous coursework up to a maximum of 98 credits. Students entering into a bachelor's degree program at Molloy who already hold a bachelor's degree from another accredited institution will receive 98 credits in transfer and will have all General Education requirements waived.

Transfer credit is awarded only for courses with grades of "C" or better from the institution at which these courses were completed. Courses with grades lower than "C" are considered only if a degree was completed at the school where the credits were taken. In such a case, "D" credit, which was part of the program leading toward that degree will be acceptable or unacceptable in the same way a grade of "D" at Molloy would be applied (i.e., not in the Major, where a grade of "C" or better is required).

For all transfer students, the grade of "P" will be considered for transfer credit, to be used in the same way that the Pass/Fail rules at Molloy allow. The "P" grade must be the equivalent of a "C" grade at the institution where the credits were completed to be considered unless, again, a degree was completed.

Transfer students coming from unaccredited colleges or schools are required to complete a minimum of 30 credits in residence before receiving credit for their previous applicable coursework.

The total number of credits earned prior to admission through independent study, advanced placement and credit by examination (CLEP, RCE, REDE), may not exceed 46.

Advanced Placement Exam Transfer Credit

Advanced Placement credit will be granted by Molloy College to qualified students based on a score of "3" or better on the Advanced Placement Examination of the College Entrance Examination Board. Students anticipating a major in Biology need a minimum score of "5" to award Advanced Placement credit in Biology. A score of "3" or better will be considered for general elective credit. Official score reports must be forwarded to the Admissions Office in order to be granted credit.

CLEP Exam Transfer Credit

Credit will be awarded to students with a passing score on their CLEP examination (College Level Examination Program). For more information see "Credit by Examination" in this catalog. Official score reports must be forwarded to the Admissions Office in order to be granted credit.

Freshmen Transfer of College-Level Work

Entering freshmen who have completed college coursework while still in high school are required to have the transcripts of all completed college courses sent by the registrar of the college(s) to Molloy's Admissions Office in order to be granted credit. Credit is awarded for grades of "C" or higher for coursework taken in Liberal Arts and Sciences.

International Students

International students must follow the regular admissions procedure including the submission of secondary school and any previous college transcripts. Either Globe Language Services, Inc. or World Evaluation Services must complete English evaluations of these transcripts. Evaluations from other agencies will not be accepted. For students whose native language is not English the TOEFL exam will be required, with a minimum score of 500. Molloy College has no residence halls, however, students may contact the office of Student Affairs for information regarding local private housing.

International students who will be applying for an I-20 (certificate of eligibility for F-1 status) must provide documentation of available funds and support. Affidavits providing evidence of funds for tuition, fees, books, housing and personal expenses are required. International students may contact the Office of Enrollment Management for a more detailed informational packet.

An I-20 will be issued after the student has been accepted and has confirmed his or her acceptance by forwarding the $200.00 tuition deposit. Additionally, all supporting financial documentation must be on file and approved by the Office of Enrollment Management. Molloy is authorized under Federal law to enroll non-immigrant alien students.

Non-Matriculated Students

Non-matriculated students may pursue courses at the college providing they are academically qualified and meet the prerequisites for those courses. Should a non-matriculated student decide to work toward a degree, he or she must follow the regular application procedures and fulfill the entrance requirements of the college. Non-matriculated students should be aware that normally no more than 12 credits completed at Molloy as a non-matriculated student may be used to fulfill requirements for a degree. Students wishing consideration for matriculated status should contact the Office of Admissions.

Readmission/Re-Entry Policies

Students who stop attending college are recorded as withdrawn from the college, whether or not they officially withdraw, and when they do not return after an approved "Withdrawal - Leave" for one semester off.. Students who are recorded as withdrawn from the college and wishing to return to Molloy must apply for readmission by submitting a Readmission Application with a $30.00 application fee to the Admissions Office.

Records kept by the Registrar's Office will be retrieved and processed accordingly. All outstanding transcripts must be forwarded to the Admissions Office for evaluation. Students who have been withdrawn from Molloy for more than 7 years must submit all their credentials as the original documents are no longer on file. Molloy coursework history and grades earned are kept permanently. Students must be in good academic and financial standing in order to be readmitted to Molloy.

Readmitted students, including returning Molloy's Associate's in Arts degree holders, must pursue and satisfy the current catalog requirements when readmitted. These catalog requirements include the current General Education, major, minor and related requirements. Those students who return to Molloy after two or more consecutive academic year semesters (fall or spring terms) of being withdrawn must meet the current catalog's major and related requirements. The college will assess the appropriate General Education requirements needed to satisfy degree requirements for readmitted students, in conjunction with a review of prior coursework.

Withdrawal - Leave for One Semester Off: Students returning as approved after one semester off must complete a Re-Entry Form with the Associate Dean for Academic Support Services in order to be advised and registered for the scheduled term of return. There is no fee for this form. These students will continue pursuing their same program requirements. Students who do not return from their "Withdrawal - Leave for One Semester Off" as scheduled will be considered withdrawn from the college as of last date of attendance and must apply to be readmitted should they desire to return. Re-entering students returning from an approved "Withdrawal - Leave for One Semester Off" should further refer to "Academic Policies and Procedures" section.