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• International Students

Freshman

Am I a freshman applicant? Freshman applicants seek to enroll as full-time undergraduate students at Marquette University. Applicants are typically enrolled in high school at the time of application but any full-time seeking student who has not earned post-secondary college credit may apply as a freshman. High school students enrolled in college coursework while in high school (dual enrollment) are freshman applicants. International students (non-US citizens and permanent residents) that match the characteristics above can apply as freshman but have unique requirements and should visit the Office of International Education for application instructions.

 

Deadlines/timeline:

• Application deadline, December 1
• Scholarship deadline, February 15
• Complete timeline

What we look for:

When making an admission decision we place the greatest emphasis on the types of courses you have taken and the grades you have earned in those courses. As a competitive-entry institution, there are no formal admission requirements. Rather applicants compete against each other for space in the freshman class.

The information below can be used as a guide for successful applications.

• Recommended high school courses
• Admissions essay
• Extracurricular activities
• Guidance counselor recommendations
• AP/IB/Clep
• Credit wizard
• Profile

What's next:

Upon receipt of your application we will mail access into Checkmarq, the university information system. Do not lose this access, you will need it to verify your application status and to accept/decline financial aid awards. Applications to Marquette are reviewed on a pooled basis beginning after December 1. Admission decisions are typically mailed in February. Complete timeline.

FAQ:

Is your deadline a postmark/submission deadline or the date by which material must reach your office?

All deadlines are postmark/submission dates.

Can I defer my admission?

Although we do not formally offer deferment, you can request to be evaluated again for a future term. Typically, a similar admission decision will be made.

What is the application fee?

There is no application fee.

Can I change the college to which I applied after submitting my application?

Any changes to your application should be submitted in writing to admissions@marquette.edu. Include your name, date of birth and request.

Requirements:

Application for admission (your essay and extracurricular activities should be uploaded directly into the application), high school transcripts, college transcripts (if applicable), guidance counselor recommendation, ACT or SAT test scores. No additional material is required. We encourage you to save additional letters of recommendation for scholarship applications.

READY? BEGIN YOUR APPLICATION:

The MARQUETTE Application for Admission

Use one of the applications below to apply to Marquette.

• Marquette Freshman Application
• Universal College Application
• The Common App Online

International students who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents should visit the Office of International Education for a specific international application form and to see their unique application requirements .

What You'll Need...

• Adobe Acrobat Reader (Download in new window)
• Word-processed essay and list of extracurricular activities (See our application tips for essay topics and suggestions for presenting your extracurricular activities)
• High school and any college transcripts (Freshman applicants and transfer applicants with fewer than 12 credits must also submit the counselor recommendation form
• ACT (with writing section) or SAT scores
• Freshman applications submitted after December 1 will be considered on a space-available basis.

*Admission is made directly into your first choice college.