Faulkner University Application for Admission (Please type or print in black ink.)

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1 Faulkner University Application for Admission (Please type or print in black ink.) Admission Status Applying for Entrance: o Fall o Spring o Other Year Classification of Admission: o Beginning Freshman o Transfer Student o Dual Enrollment o Transient General Information Last Name First Name Middle Name Preferred Name o Male o Female Enrolling: o Full-time o Part-time Social Security # Driver s License Number/State Permanent Address Street Address City County State Zip Code Phone Number ( ) Cell Phone Number ( ) Address Personal Information City/State/Country of Birth Date of Birth Current Age Are you a U.S. citizen? o Yes o No If no, citizen of what country? Marital Status: o Single o Married o Divorced o Separated o Widowed Children: o No o Yes If yes, how many? I plan to: o Live on-campus o Live off-campus Do you plan to file for financial aid? o Yes o No Ethnic Group: o Asian or Pacific Islander o American Indian or Alaskan Native o Black (non-hispanic) o Hispanic o White (non-hispanic) o Other Religious Preference: Father s Mother s Yours Name of the Congregation You Attend City, State Preacher s Name Name as it appears on Facebook Network May we contact you by text? o Yes o No T-shirt size Educational Information Last High School Attended Dates Attended o Public o Private o Homeschool Street Address City State Zip Code Name of Guidance Counselor Phone Number ( ) Fax Number ( ) Date of High School Graduation Date GED Was Received High School GPA Colleges, Universities, or Specialized Schools Attended (including Faulkner University) College GPA Name of Institution City, State of Institution Dates Attended Major Field of Study Has a college or university ever dismissed you or requested you to withdraw? o Yes o No Have you taken the American College Test (ACT)? o Yes o No When? Composite Score Have you taken the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT)? o Yes o No When? Composite Score n Intended College Major o Undecided FAUUNI.indd 1 12/4/09 11:03 AM

2 Application for Admission p.2 n Faulkner University would like to know more about you. List high school and college activities in which you have participated. Include honors, awards, titles, or special responsibilities. Please also list any hobbies, other areas of special interest, or what you like to do in your free time. n Faulkner University is concerned about the conduct and behavior of its community and the quality of life our students live. Has a college or university ever dismissed you or requested you to withdraw? o Yes o No Have you ever been in violation of criminal or civil statutes other than minor traffic violations? o Yes o No If you answered yes, please explain. Acknowledgment of Faulkner University s Standards of Conduct If accepted to Faulkner, I agree to abide by the moral and educational standards of Faulkner University as defined in the University catalog and student handbook. Specifically, I acknowledge that, if admitted as a student at Faulkner University, I am expected to abide by standards of conduct consistent with Biblical principles. These standards include, but may not be limited to, refraining from inappropriate dress, the use of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, and tobacco products, the use of weapons, vulgar and abusive language, inappropriate interpersonal relationships, and the use of any media that may be detrimental to my spiritual and moral development. Please initial I further acknowledge that in an effort to continually support my spiritual development, Faulkner University incorporates several elements into student life including regular chapel attendance, Biblical instruction, Character Communities, Sportsmanship Instruction, the Faulkner Honor Code, and community service activities. Please initial Family Information Father/Step-father/Legal Guardian Last Name First Name Middle Initial o Same as Applicant Street Address City State Zip Code Home Phone Number ( ) Cell Phone Number ( ) Address Employer Occupation Work Phone Number ( ) o Work o Home Fax Number ( ) Mother/Step-mother/Legal Guardian Last Name First Name Middle Initial o Same as Applicant Street Address City State Zip Code Home Phone Number ( ) Cell Phone Number ( ) Address Employer Occupation Work Phone Number ( ) o Work o Home Fax Number ( ) Did your parents/step-parents/legal guardian attend Faulkner University or Alabama Christian College? o Yes o No If yes, who and what is their relationship to you? n Please list any siblings you may have in grades 7-12: Name School Birthdate Current Grade Name School Birthdate Current Grade Name School Birthdate Current Grade n Please list a friend or family member who would like to receive information about Faulkner University. Name Year of Graduation Phone ( ) Address City State Zip Code Address n Upon acceptance, we would like to announce your admission to Faulkner University. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will send an announcement to your hometown newspaper. If you would like your admission to Faulkner announced, please provide us with the following information: Newspaper Name Address City State Zip Code Student Certification & Agreement I certify that all information provided by me related to my admission to Faulkner University is true, complete, and accurate. I give Faulkner University my permission to verify any and all information related to my admission, including the information contained in this application. I agree to release copies of U.S. and/or state tax returns upon request. I will also notify the Financial Aid Office of any significant changes. Furthermore, I certify that I am not delinquent on any federal debt. Signature of Applicant Date Please enclose a $25.00 application fee and return to: Director of Admissions, Faulkner University, 5345 Atlanta Highway, Montgomery, AL FAUUNI.indd 2 12/4/09 11:03 AM

3 Transcript Request Form For High School Transcripts Only Important: Please complete below and return with your application. As a convenience to you, Faulkner University will request your transcript on your behalf. (Type or print in black ink.) High School City State Zip Having applied for admission to Faulkner University, I request that a copy of my official transcript be forwarded to the Faulkner University Admissions Office. First Name Middle Last Date of Birth Year of Graduation Social Security Number Student s Signature Date Please send to: Director of Admissions Faulkner University 5345 Atlanta Highway Montgomery, AL FAUUNI.indd 3 12/4/09 11:03 AM

4 The following two forms should be completed by a non-member of your family and sent directly to Faulkner University FAUUNI.indd 4 12/4/09 11:03 AM

5 Personal Recommendation (Please type or print in black ink.) I,, am applying for admission to Faulkner University. I request that you complete this form and return it to the University. Signature Date Phone Number ( ) Address City State Zip Code To be completed by reference: First Name Middle Initial Last Name Suffix Home Phone Number ( ) Work Phone Number ( ) Occupation Address City State Zip Code n Under what circumstances and for how long have you known the applicant? n Please provide a candid assessment of the admissions candidate in the following areas: Academic ability (decision making, critical thinking, problem solving): Leadership ability (ability to initiate change, style of leadership, confidence): Interpersonal relationships (communication skills, cooperative, accepts authority, congenial): Personal characteristics which may promote or inhibit this student s study (motivation, flexibility, sensitivity, compassion, perseverance, maturity, commitment, responsibility): Faulkner University expects students to live and abide by standards of conduct consistent with Biblical principles. These standards include, but may not be limited to, refraining from inappropriate dress, the use of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, and tobacco products, the use of weapons, vulgar and abusive language, inappropriate interpersonal relationships, and the use of any media that may be detrimental to the spiritual and moral development of students. In an effort to continually support the spiritual development of its students, Faulkner University incorporates several elements into student life including regular chapel attendance, Biblical instruction, Character Communities, Sportsmanship Instruction, the Faulkner Honor Code, and community service activities. Based on the standards of conduct outlined above and the support elements offered by the University, please describe your estimate of the applicant s success as a Faulkner University student. Additionally, please explain how the applicant will contribute to the Faulkner community? FAUUNI.indd 5 12/4/09 11:03 AM

6 Please fold along dotted lines. Tape to close. Do not staple. NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. 279 MONTGOMERY AL POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE Director of Admissions Faulkner University 5345 Atlanta Highway Montgomery, AL FAUUNI.indd 6 12/4/09 11:03 AM

7 Educational Recommendation (Please type or print in black ink.) I,, am applying for admission to Faulkner University. I request that you complete this form and return it to the University. Signature Date Phone Number ( ) Address City State Zip Code To be completed by reference: First Name Middle Initial Last Name Suffix Home Phone Number ( ) Work Phone Number ( ) Occupation Address City State Zip Code n Under what circumstances and for how long have you known the applicant? n Please provide a candid assessment of the admissions candidate in the following areas: Academic ability (decision making, critical thinking, problem solving): Leadership ability (ability to initiate change, style of leadership, confidence): Interpersonal relationships (communication skills, cooperative, accepts authority, congenial): Personal characteristics which may promote or inhibit this student s study (motivation, flexibility, sensitivity, compassion, perseverance, maturity, commitment, responsibility): Faulkner University expects students to live and abide by standards of conduct consistent with Biblical principles. These standards include, but may not be limited to, refraining from inappropriate dress, the use of alcohol, drugs, tobacco, and tobacco products, the use of weapons, vulgar and abusive language, inappropriate interpersonal relationships, and the use of any media that may be detrimental to the spiritual and moral development of students. In an effort to continually support the spiritual development of its students, Faulkner University incorporates several elements into student life including regular chapel attendance, Biblical instruction, Character Communities, Sportsmanship Instruction, the Faulkner Honor Code, and community service activities. Based on the standards of conduct outlined above and the support elements offered by the University, please describe your estimate of the applicant s success as a Faulkner University student. Additionally, please explain how the applicant will contribute to the Faulkner community? FAUUNI.indd 7 12/4/09 11:03 AM

8 Ready to apply? To apply for admission to Faulkner University, please follow the steps below. n Submit your application for admission along with the $25 application fee. You may easily apply to Faulkner University through our website at undergrad/applications. cfm. Don't forget to print out the transcript release request, the educational recommendation, and the personal recommendation forms. You may also fill out the following application and send it to us. Complete the following application making sure that all applicable questions are answered in full. Your application, along with the $25 nonrefundable application fee, should be mailed to: Director of Admissions Faulkner University 5345 Atlanta Highway Montgomery, AL n Request that your official transcript (s) be sent to Faulkner University. To be considered official, a transcript must be sent directly to Faulkner University by the issuing institution. If you are a beginning freshman and complete and sign the Transcript Release Request on the application for admission, Faulkner University will request your high school transcript as a convenience to you. If you are a homeschooled student, you should submit a homeschool record or equivalent transcript. If you are a transfer student, you must submit your high school transcript as well as an official transcript from each college or university previously attended. n Submit your ACT or SAT test scores to Faulkner University. Faulkner University does require applicants to submit their ACT or SAT scores. When you are registering for either one of these tests, make sure that you request that your test scores be sent to Faulkner University. Our institutional code for the ACT is 0003 and for the SAT is If you have taken these exams, but did not have your scores sent to Faulkner University, you may have them sent to us by contacting: American College Testing (ACT) The College Board n Make a campus visit. Photographs alone cannot give you a true feeling for the Faulkner University campus. We urge you to visit our campus to see for yourself what a special place this is and to feel the warmth and caring that our students, faculty, staff, and alumni have come to value most. When you come for a tour, we recommend that you meet with an admissions officer for a comfortable personal interview. You are welcome to stop by the University at any time to meet with an admissions counselor and tour the campus. If possible, it is helpful if you can call ahead to arrange for an appointment, but it is not necessary. To schedule a campus visit, please call the Office of Admissions at or toll-free at You may us at admissions@faulkner.edu. n Schedule a personal appointment with your Faulkner admissions counselor, either on campus or in your home. Your admissions counselor will be pleased to meet with you on our campus during your personal tour. If more convenient, your admissions counselor will come to your home for your comfortable personal interview. n Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). To ease the financial aid process, your application for admission serves as your Faulkner University application for financial aid and merit scholarships. Please feel free to contact the Office of Admissions to discuss scholarship opportunities. You will still need to submit the FAFSA separately for additional scholarships and financial aid. This form is available at your high school guidance office, college financial aid office, or on the internet at Our Federal School Code is n Submit an Educational Recommendation Form and a Personal Recommendation Form. If you are a beginning freshman, complete the top of the Educational Recommendation Form and have your guidance counselor complete it and submit it to Faulkner University on your behalf. After completing the top section of the Personal Recommendation Form, ask a church, business, or community leader who knows you well to complete it and submit it to Faulkner University on your behalf. If you are a homeschooled student, you may submit a second Personal Recommendation Form in lieu of an Educational Recommendation Form. The Personal Recommendation Form should not be completed by a family member Atlanta Highway, Montgomery, Alabama phone toll-free fax admissions@faulkner.edu On-line: Faulkner University admits qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, handicap or national origin FAUUNI.indd 8 12/4/09 11:03 AM