Grand Rapids, Michigan aquinas.edu Application for Admission (No Fee Required) Submit a free online application at: aquinas.edu/undergraduate Mission Statement Aquinas College, an inclusive educational community rooted in the Catholic Dominican tradition, provides a liberal arts education with a global perspective, emphasizes career preparation focused on leadership and service to others, and fosters a commitment to lifelong learning dedicated to the pursuit of truth and the common good.
Application Instructions It is the policy of Aquinas College that no person shall be denied admission on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, or marital status. The policy of non-discrimination shall also apply to otherwise qualified handicapped individuals. High School Students Applying to the Freshman Class No Application Fee is Required 1. Give this completed application form to your high school counselor. Request that your counselor send to Aquinas: a. your high school transcript through your junior year at minimum. b. your ACT and/or SAT scores. c. this application form with the counselor section completed. 2. Please apply as early as possible in the academic year prior to your desired enrollment date. Transfer Students from Other Colleges or Universities No Application Fee is Required 1. Send this completed application form to the Admissions Office at Aquinas. 2. Contact the Registrar at your current college and, if applicable, previous college(s) immediately to request an official transcript be sent to the Admissions Office at Aquinas. Only wait until the end of your current term if you are a first semester freshman. 3. Contact your high school and request a high school transcript be sent for proof of graduation. If you have a GED, please send documentation. Information for All Applicants 1. Once your file is complete, the Aquinas College Admissions Office will review your entire application and make a decision within approximately two to three weeks. 2. Your application will also be reviewed for scholarship consideration. 3. Students are approved for admission on the basis of academic records. However, final approval is subject to receipt of a final transcript. If you are unable to provide all required documentation prior to registration, you must notify the Admissions Office. 4. A false statement or omission of pertinent information from the application will be considered cause for denial or retraction of admission. 5. Residence Hall room contracts, physical examination forms and other materials will be sent to all admitted students shortly after admission. It is important for you to respond promptly. 6. We recommend you file a Financial Aid Estimator with Aquinas College to approximate your eligibility for need-based financial assistance. You may file this form online at secure.aquinas.edu/financialaid/estimatorform.html 7. Arrange a visit to our campus for either an individual appointment or an AQDays program. 8. Contact the Admission Office if you have questions: (616) 632-2900 (Local) (800) 678-9593 (Nationwide) admissions@aquinas.edu Aquinas College Office of Admissions 1607 Robinson RD SE Grand Rapids, MI 49506-1799
Applicant Legal Name (Last, First, Middle) Maiden admissions@aquinas.edu aquinas.edu Preferred name, if different Former last name(s) q Female q Male Birth Date / / Social Security Number - - Current Mailing Address City State Zip If you have moved in the past two years, indicate address. Address City State Zip Home Phone ( ) - Cell Phone ( ) - My admissions counselor may send text messages to the cell phone number above. q Yes q No Preferred Contact Method q Home Phone q Cell Phone q Text Messaging q q Facebook Messaging q Postal Mail Are you a U.S. Citizen? q Yes q No If no, what country? If no, what is your current status in the U.S.? q Lawful Permanent Resident q Resident Alien q Non-Resident Alien q Refugee Are you a veteran of military service? q Yes q No Enrollment Classification q Beginning Freshman q Dual Enrollment q Transfer w/ approximately credits completed When do you wish to enroll? q Fall 20 (Aug Dec) q Spring 20 (Jan May) q Summer 20 (May July) q Full-time q Part-time Have you previously applied for admission to Aquinas? q Yes q No If yes, when? Housing Plans All unmarried Freshman and Sophomores must live on campus, unless residing with parents. Students outside of Kent County wishing to commute should contact the Admissions Office for more information. q Aquinas Residence Hall q At Home q Off Campus (transfer students only) Financial Aid Have you or will you submit an application for financial aid? q Yes q No Note: Students who apply for financial aid before March 1 receive priority consideration. Optional Information This information is important for our records, but will not be used in a discriminatory manner. Are you Hispanic/Latino or of Spanish origin? q Yes q No (a person of Cuban, Dominican, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture or origin, regardless of race) From the following five racial groups, please select one or more races to describe your origins. q American Indian or Alaska Native: A person having origins in any of the original people of North and South America (including Central America), and who maintains a tribal affiliation or community attachment. q Asian: A person having origins in any of the original people of the Far East, Southeast Asia, or the Indian subcontinent including, for example, Cambodia, China, India, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Pakistan, the Philippine Islands, Thailand and Vietnam. q Black or African American: A person having origins in any of the black racial groups of Africa. q Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of Hawaii, Guam, Samoa, or other Pacific Islands. q White: A person having origins in any of the original peoples of Europe, the Middle East, or North Africa. Marital Status q Single q Married q Separated q Divorced q Widowed Religious Preference Parish/Church How did you first learn of Aquinas College? What factors were important in influencing your decision to apply for admission to Aquinas? Were you referred to Aquinas by someone? Please list the name(s) and select the relationship(s). q Friend q Relative q Teacher q Counselor q Other
Academic Interest Accounting Professional Accountancy Art Art Education ** Ceramics Drawing History New Genre Painting Photography Printmaking Sculpture Studio Art Athletic Training Biology Business Administration Human Resources * Marketing Management * Business Administration/Accounting Business Administration/Art Business Administration/Chemistry Business Administration/Communication Business Administration/Music Business Admin./Sport Management Business Administration /Theatre Chemical Physics Chemistry Communication Communication/Theatre Organizational Communication Community Leadership Computer Information Systems Analyst * Computer Science Teacher Certification Management Information Systems Networking * Web Design * Economics Education Bilingual Education Spanish ** Conductive Education ** Early Childhood Education ** Elementary Teaching ** English as a Second Language ** Integrated Science ** Language Arts ** Learning Disabilities ** POHI ** Reading ** Secondary Teaching ** Social Studies ** Speech ** English Literature * ** Writing * Environmental Science Environmental Studies French Geography German History Catholic Studies * International Business International Studies Japanese * Journalism/Publications * Kinesiology Athletic Coaching Exercise Science Recreation Teacher Training ** Mathematics Mathematics/Computer Science * Music Applied Music Choral Supervision Instrumental Performance Instrumental Supervision Jazz Liturgical Music * Music Education ** Voice Nursing Philosophy Physics * Political Science Pre-Engineering * Pre-Health Pre-Dental Pre-Med Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Pre-Law Psychology Human Development Psychology * Industrial/Organizational Psychology * Social Science Sociology Spanish Sustainable Business Theatre Theology Youth Ministry ** Urban Studies * Women s Studies * First Preference * Concentration or Minor ** Certification and/or Endorsement Academic Background Second Preference Name of High School Date of High School Graduation Address City State Zip While in high school, have you earned credit for: q AP q IB q CLEP q College Courses q Other Have you attended any other high school? q Yes, (name) (dates) q No Date ACT/SAT was/will be taken: ACT SAT (Critical Reasoning Math ) Scores sent to Aquinas? q Yes q No Do you plan to retake? q Yes q No When? Transfer Students Only Record the names of all colleges where you have registered, regardless of whether you received academic credit (most recent college first). Have all official transcripts sent immediately. Wait until the end of the current term ONLY if you are a first semester freshman at your institution. College or University City/State Degree Attained/Date Attended Currently Enrolled Special Circumstances Would you like to provide us with any additional information which you believe may be helpful in evaluating your application for admission (for example: personal situations, illness, special needs, etc.)? If yes, please enclose a statement with this document. Do you have any learning or physical disabilities that you would like us to be aware of? q Yes q No If yes, please explain (attach written statement if necessary) Disciplinary Information From grade nine to the present time, have you ever been placed on academic probation or dismissed from any institution? q Yes q No If yes, which institution(s)? Are you now eligible to return to the institution you last attended? q Yes q No Have you ever been convicted of a criminal offense other than a minor traffic violation? q Yes q No Are there criminal charges pending against you at this time? q Yes q No If YES to any question, please attach a statement of explanation.
Family Not necessary for independent or married students Do you currently reside with your parent(s)/guardian(s)? q Yes q No Your parent(s) current marital status (for correspondence purposes only) q Single q Married q Separated q Divorced q Widowed Are you currently, or will you be at the time of high school graduation, in the Michigan foster care system? q Yes q No Mother / Stepmother Name (Last, First, Middle) Maiden name Address (if different than yours) City State Zip Cell Phone ( ) - Work Phone ( ) - College attended, if any Occupation Employer Father / Stepfather Name (Last, First, Middle) Address (if different than yours) City State Zip Cell Phone ( ) - Work Phone ( ) - College attended, if any Occupation Employer Legal Guardian Name (Last, First, Middle) Address (if different than yours) City State Zip Cell Phone ( ) - Work Phone ( ) - College attended, if any Occupation Employer Siblings Please list the names, school and grade level of your brother(s) and/or sister(s). Name School Grade Level Are you related to an alumnus of Aquinas College? Name (maiden, if applicable) Relationship Approximate Dates of Enrollment
Extracurricular Activities Please list any non-classroom activities in which you have participated during the past four years. Examples include service clubs, sports, music, drama, community organizations, church groups, etc. Attach a written statement, if necessary. Information is important for special scholarship consideration. Please check those you plan to continue in college. Organization or Activity Dates of Participation Special Recognition, Aware or Office Held Other Special Awards Employer/Position/Hours per week Visiting Aquinas College Have you visited the Aquinas campus? q Yes q No If yes, q Admissions Appointment q AQDay q On Campus Event q Visiting a Friend q Other Would you like us to contact you to arrange a visit to campus? q Yes q No Signature I certify that all the information I have provided on this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Additionally, I agree that, if admitted, I will observe all of the rules and regulations of Aquinas College. Signature Date Counselor Section THIS PORTION MUST BE COMPLETED BY YOUR HIGH SCHOOL COUNSELOR OR PRINCIPAL IF YOU ARE STILL ATTENDING OR JUST GRADUATED FROM HIGH SCHOOL. The number of students in graduating class The numerical rank of the applicant in graduating class If number rank is unavailable, circle quarter rank (from top): 1 2 3 4 The applicant s grade average as of q Semester 6 q Semester 7 q Final CEEB High School Code Number q Recommend for admission q Not recommended for admission q Recommend with reservation (attach explanatory remarks) q Please contact me regarding this student Name Telephone ( ) - IMPORTANT: Please arrange to send this student s final transcript to us when it becomes available. If test scores are not on the transcript, please report standard scores and date(s) taken in space below. Counselor Comments (Please sign below if you do not comment here.) Name (please print) Signature Date q Counselor q Principal 1310