2014 undergraduate application

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Admission Deadlines

Freshman

Term Apply and complete application by Notifcation date

Spring 2014 November 1 All applicants will be notied on a rolling admission system.

Applications submitted with all required documentation and a $30 late processing fee will be accepted until November 15.

Summer 2014 December 1 January 15

February 1 March 1

March 15 Rolling

Applications submitted with all required documentation and a $30 late processing ee will be accepted until April 15.

Fall 2014 November 1(Honors Priority Application Date)

January 15(Honors will notify in February)

December 1 (Admissions Priority Date) January 15

February 1 March 1

April 1 Rolling

Applications submitted with all required documentation and a $30 late processing ee will be accepted until July 1.

Transfer, Non-Traditional, Second Bachelor, and Returning StudentsNote: all applicants will be notifed on a rolling basis, beginning 4-6 months beore the start o term.

Term Apply and complete application by Decisions will be mailed beginning

Spring 2014 November 1 September

Applications submitted with all required documentation and a $30 late processing fee will be accepted until November 15.

Summer 2014 March 15 December

Applications submitted with all required documentation and a $30 late processing ee will be accepted until April 1.

Fall 2014 April 1 February

Applications submitted with all required documentation and a $30 late processing ee will be accepted until July 1.

University of Utah Contact Information

Web Address:admissions.utah.edu

Email:[email protected]

For all information regarding admission to the University of Utah, visitadmissions.utah.edu

Domestic Admissions Phone: 801-581-8761

International Admissions Phone: 801-581-3091Fax: 801-585-7864

Physical Address: 80 Union Building

Mailing Address:201 South 1460 East, Room 250SSalt Lake City, Utah USA 84112-9057

The University of Utah

Undergraduate Admission Application for theUniversity of Utah and the Honors CollegeThe University of Utah Ofce of Admissions 201 S 1460 E RM 250 S Salt Lake City UT 84112 801-581-8761 801-585-7864 fax
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Admission Application Checklist

Apply online at admissions.utah.edu or ll out the PDF version of the undergraduate application. Complete all portions of theundergraduate admissions application by the semester deadline.

Include a check, money order, or credit card information for the non-refundable application fee(s) payable to the University ofUtah. (DO NOT SEND CASH)

$45.00 Domestic Application Fee

$55.00 International Application Fee (applicants on a visa or in need of a visa)

$30.00 Late Handling Fee (required if applying after the regular semester deadline)

Request your high school, college and/or university to submit an ofcial transcript(s) to the University of Utah Ofce of

Admissions.

Note: All applicants, with the exception of non-matriculated, must submit ofcial transcripts from all institutions attended. Failure to list allinstitutions previously attended or degrees pursued may result in denial of admission, loss of credit or dismissal from the University of Utah.Prior enrollment at U.S. colleges and universities is veried by the National Student Clearinghouse.

Submit ofcial ACT or SAT test scores (domestic undergraduates only. ACT Code-4274; SAT Code-4853). Ofcial test scores

are received directly from the testing agency electronically. Scores coming from a source other than the testing agency, such asyour high school, are not considered ofcial.

International applicants refer to admissions.utah.edu for additional requirements.

Send all applications and supporting materials to:

University of Utah Ofce of Admissions201 S 1460 E, RM 250 SSalt Lake City, UT 84112-9057

Important InformationYour application will not be considered complete until you have submitted the following items: the application, non-refundable fee,transcripts from all institutions attended, and ACT/SAT test scores (undergraduate domestic freshman).

Freshman applicants interested in merit, leadership, and/or diversity scholarships must submit a completed application byDecember 1st.

Admission Information

NondiscriminationThe University of Utah complies with all state and federal nondiscrimination and equal opportunity law. University of Utah admissionpolicies apply to all prospective students without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, status as a disabled

individual, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression and status as a protected veteran. The following University employee has

been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies and grievance procedures: Manager, Ofce of Equal

Opportunity & Afrmative Action, 201 So. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, 801-581-8365 (voice/tty), or online at

www.oeo.utah.edu.

Accommodations for Students with DisabilitiesThe University complies with the Americans With Disabilities Amendments Act of 2008 (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation

Act of 1973. Requests for accommodation or auxiliary services can be made by contacting: Director, Center for Disability Services,

200 S Central Campus Dr., Rm. 162, Salt Lake City, UT 84112, 801-581-5020 (voice), or online at disability.utah.edu.

Changing Your Admission SemesterThe University of Utah will process your application for the semester specied on this form. To apply for a different semester, you

must submit a new application, application fee, and updated transcripts.

Admissions Deadlines

Refer to admissions.utah.edu/deadlines for admissions deadlines. All required materials must be received by the completion date foryour application to be processed.

Note: Fees, deadlines, requirements, and enrollment limits are subject to change without notice. All documents submitted becomethe property of the University of Utah, and will not be released to students nor forwarded to other institutions or agencies.
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Application Semester and Type

5. Check all that apply

Freshman - High school graduates, or applicants expecting to graduate from high school before entering the university

and who have not attended another collegiate institution after high school graduation. Students with only concurrent ordual-credit program work should apply as a freshman.

Transfer - An applicant who has not previously attended the University of Utah but has completed and/or attempted at

least one transferable course from a regionally accredited institution after graduating from high school (or the equivalent).

Transfer applicants with fewer than 30 semester hours must submit an ofcial high school transcript and ACT or SAT testscores.

Non-traditional - High school graduates who have been out of high school for seven or more years and have not enrolled at

another collegiate institution.

Second Bachelors Degree - Includes those who have earned a bachelors degree at the University of Utah or another

regionally accredited institution.

Non-matriculated - Students who will not formally be admitted to work for a degree. Non-matriculated students are not

eligible for nancial aid.

If Returning Student

What is your uNID?

What was the last semester you were enrolled as adegree seeking student at the University of Utah?

I have attended another institution since that time

I have not attended another institution since that time

*4. Select the semester and year you plan to start/enroll

Spring 2014 (January) Summer 2014 (May) Fall 2014 (August)

*Indicates required elds

Application

*2. Date of birth (mm/dd/yyyy): Preferred rst name

First or Given Name Middle NameLast or Family/Surname

Other names under which your academic records may be listed:

3. U.S. Social Security Number Privacy Act Notice: The University condentially maintains your social security number forroutine uses such as facilitating document matching, verifying your identity, and expediting your

enrollment and nancial aid. Disclosure of your social security number is voluntary. Failure to

provide your social security number may delay the processing of your application and onceadmitted could result in delay or loss of federal and state nancial aid, tax credits, student loan

deferments, veterans and other benets provided by law.

*First or Given Name*Last or Family/Surname

1. Full Legal Name

Middle Name


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6. Intended degree for which you are applying (select one only, see list of majors on page 17 of this application)

B.S. (Bachelor of Science)

B.A. (Bachelor of Arts, requires 16 semester hours of language credit)

B.F.A. (Bachelor of Fine Arts)

Undecided

Non-degree seeking (Non-matriculated)

Degree

7. Country of Birth *Country of Citizenship

Contact Information

Directory information relating to a student is considered to be public information unless the student requests that it be keptcondential. A form to restrict disclosure of directory information is available at the Registrars Ofce. Ten days are required to

process the request.

Directory information consists of: students name, address, telephone number, email address, student ID number, class standing,major eld of study, participation in ofcially recognized activities or sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of

attendance, degrees and awards received, most recent previous educational agency or institution attended, enrollment status, andother similar information.

Citizenship Information

If other, please specify

8. Non-citizens of the United States, provide the following information

Permanent Resident

Asylum or RefugeeInternational applicant on or requesting a visa

Utah high school graduate requesting Utah House Bill 144, 2002 consideration

Foreign national attending a Utah high school requesting House Bill 118 consideration

Other

Applicant Contact Information

9. *Mailing address

Permanent/Home Country address

City CountryState Zipcode

StateCity CountryZipcode

Phone number Phone number

10. Phone numbers


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11. *Email address

We will use email as our primary means of contacting you throughout the admissions process. Provide us with an email

address which you check regularly and notify us immediately should this address change.

Legal Residency Information

The Ofce of Admissions follows the state law, Utah Code 53B-8-102, Denition of resident student to determine your initialresidency classication. If you fail to complete all of these questions, you will be classied as a nonresident for tuition purposes.

Residents of Utah under the age of 25 must provide information about their parent or legal guardian. This information is required todetermine residency classication. Omission of all parent/guardian information will result in classication as a nonresident.

Yes

No

13. *Do you claim to be a legal residentof Utah for in-state tuition purposes?

Yes

No

Are you currently l iving in Utah?

Less than 12 months

12 months to 24 months


3 years or more

If yes, indicate how long you have currentlyresided in the state of Utah without an absence

Single student housing12. I am interested in more information about on campus housing Family housing

If you are a Utah resident, in which county do you reside?

If yes, what state issued the drivers license?Yes*Do you have a valid drivers license? No

An American Indian, not otherwise qual ied as a resident, shall be entitled to resident student status if he/she is enrolled on the

tribal rolls of a tribe whose reservation or trust lands lie partly or wholly within Utah or whose border is at any point contiguouswith the border of Utah. If applicable, indicate the American tribe which you are a registered member of

14. Parent InformationMother/Guardians state of legal residence

Less than 12 months



3 years or more

Indicate how long your parent/guardian has currentlyresided in the state of Utah without an absence

Father/Guardians state of legal residence

Less than 12 months



3 years or more

Indicate how long your parent/guardian has currentlyresided in the state of Utah without an absence

Past Activity for 3 YearsIndicate what you have been doing (for example: work, military, student, stay at home parent, volunteer work) and what city and

state you have resided in for the past three years. Be specic and account for all months. (If additional space is needed, please

enter in the Comments section of this application.)

Description of Activity City State/Province Country Starting Date Ending Date
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Family Information

All applicants are urged to respond to as many of the questions in this section as possible. Family information provides context for

better understanding of an applicants educational environment and circumstances. The information you provide in this section will

not put you at a disadvantage in the admission process.

Deceased15. Family members name Relationship

Street address


EmailPhone

Yes

No

Is this person a University of Utah employee?

Yes

No

Is this person a University of Utah Alumnus(a)?

No High School

Some High School

High School Graduate

Some College/University

Level of Education

Two Year College Graduate

Four Year College/University Graduate

Post Graduate Study

16. Family members name Relationship Deceased

Street address


EmailPhone

Yes

No

Is this person a University of Utah employee?

Yes

No

Is this person a University of Utah Alumnus(a)?

No High School

Some High School

High School Graduate

Some College/University

Level of Education

Two Year College Graduate

Four Year College/University Graduate

Post Graduate Study


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University of Utah Alumni Information

Non-resident undergraduate students only: If you want to be considered for the Alumni Non-Resident U Tradition Award and

Heritage Scholarship, complete the following for your parent who graduated from the University of Utah.

Parent name Date of Birth (mm/dd/yyyy)

Degree Graduation date (mm/dd/yyyy)

What city and state?

Father

Mother

Both

Other

17. With whom do you currently reside?

Yes

No

18. Do you live in a single parent home?

19. Primary language spoken in the home

20. Extraordinary family obligations

Yes

No

Are you required to work to supplement the family income?

Yes

No

Do you serve as a primary caregiver for a family member(s)?

If other, please specify

Optional Biographical Information

This information may be needed for federal reporting.

Male

Female

21. Gender

22. What is your rst language?

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian

Black or African American

Native Hawaiian or Pacic Islander

White

Regardless of your answer above select one or more of the following racial categories to describe yourself

23. Ethnic origin: choose what best describes you (optional)

YesDo you consider yourself to be Latino/a or Hispanic? No


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If you are currently on a visa or are requesting an I-20 Certicate of Eligibility from the University of Utah, complete the following:

25. Will you request the University of Utah to issue the I-20 Certicate of Eligibility?

Yes

No

Yes

No

Are you currently a member of theUtah National Guard?

Yes24. Have you ever served in the U.S. Military? No

Yes

No

Are you current ly an immediate family member of someone who is a member of theUtah National Guard?

If yes, list dates of military service: From (mm/dd/yyyy) To (mm/dd/yyyy) In what branch of the military did you serve?

NOTE: Holders of Permanent Resident Cards are not automatically considered residents of the State of Utah for tuitionpurposes. Please contact the Ofce of Admissions for further information and residency applications.

If yes:

Permanent resident card number Date issued (mm/dd/yyyy)

NOTE: Attach a copy of your permanent/resident alien card.

Only Non-Citizens of the U.S. Complete this Section

If no, please explain (500 characters maximum)

Yes

No

Have you received your Permanent Resident Card?

On what date did you enter the United States? (mm/dd/yyyy)How long have you lived in the United States?

Years

Months

How long have you continuously resided in Utah? (months/years)

Where was you residence before coming to Utah?

Country City

How long have you lived in Utah?

Years

Months
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Academic History

26. High School name Year will/did graduate

CityState Country

Yes

No

Was your diploma awarded on thebasis of home schooling?

If you do not plan to graduate from high school, have youtaken or plan to take the GED test?

Yes

No

Yes

No

Do you plan to change to an F-1 student visa (if you nowhave another type of visa)?

Leave, then re-enter the U.S.

Remain in the U.S. (this option may take 6+ months)

If yes, how will you change your visa status?

If you plan to bring your spouse and/or children and wish this information to be included on your I-20 Certicate of Eligibility, list them below:

Students currently holding the J-1 Exchange Visa should send a copyof their DS-2019 to:

University of Utah International Center200 S Central Campus Drive Room 410Salt Lake City, Utah 84112-9113

Family Name First Name Date of BirthMiddle Name Country of Birth Country of Citizenship

Relationshipto Student

Gender

In order to issue the I-20 Certicate of Eligibility students must:

Be accepted to the University of Utah as a degree-seeking student.

Submit proof of nancial responsibility.

If you currently hold an F-1 Visa, what school issued the I-20? What date did you enter the United States (mm/dd/yyyy)?

What is your SEVIS Identication Number? What date will you be released from your most recent school(mm/dd/yyyy)?

What is your U.S. International Identication Number (IIN)?

Yes

No

Are you currently on OPT?


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28. Courses Taken or Planned

This section must be completed to determine if you have met the core course requirements. The answers you provide will be veried uponreceipt of your ofcial nal high school transcript. Any discrepancies may result in the University of Utah rescinding your offer of admission.

Unweighted high school cumulative GPA

4.0

Other

Scale

27. You are required to have ofcial ACT or SAT test scores sent directly to the University of Utah from the testing agency. Ofcial

test scores are received electronically. Scores coming from a source other than the testing agency, such as your high school,are not ofcial.

Note: to meet the priority admission deadline of December 1, your admission application must be complete, includingapplication, application fee, and ofcial ACT or SAT scores. This means that the October test date is the last test of your senior

year that will be considered for the Honors at Entrance or Presidential scholarship. If you have taken an exam more than once,

indicate the score with the highest composite.

ACT Composite test score Date (mm/yyyy)

SAT test score (Math & Critical Reading Only) Date (mm/yyyy)

Have Taken IB AP Honors Concurrent ESL

or is in Progress Enrollment

English taken during 9th gradeEnglish taken during 10th grade

English taken during 11th grade

English taken during 12th grade

English Courses - Course Name

Have Taken IB AP Honors Concurrent


First-year Algebra (Algebra I - not pre-Algebra)

Second-year Algebra (Algebra II)

GeometryTrigonometry

College Algebra

Calculus (not pre-Calculus)

Specify:

Other Math beyond Algebra

Math Courses - Course Name

Enter your self-reported high school cumulative grade point average (GPA). It is important to report your GPA accurately, so wesuggest using the GPA listed on your transcript. Any discrepancies with your nal transcript may result in the University of Utah

rescinding your offer of admission.

Students who have attended an international high school may enter an average score or leave this eld blank.


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General/Physical/Earth Science

Biology

Chemistry

Physics

Science Lab

Other Science class

Specify:

Science Courses - Course Name



U.S. History (American History)

World History/World Civilization

History Courses - Course Name



Spanish 1st Year

Spanish 2nd Year

French 1st Year

French 2nd Year

German 1st Year

German 2nd Year

Other Language 1st Year

Specify:

Other Language 2nd Year

Specify:

Language Courses - Course Name

Current and Future Courses

College/University Students - List below all courses in progress and courses you plan to take before the term for which you areapplying. Admission is based upon the courses listed in progress. Changing these courses may affect your admission decision.

Name of High School or College/University Complete Course Title Term/Year


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30. List, if any, in chronological order all the colleges you have taken courses from, including the University of Utah. An ofcialtranscript(s) from each college you have taken courses from (except the U of U) must be mailed directly from the institution to

the Ofce of Admissions. Transcript(s) must be received before your application will be reviewed.

Failure to list all institutions previously attended or degrees pursued may result in denial of admission, loss of credit ordismissal from the University of Utah.

*List status at each school using the following codes: G = Graduate, S = In good standing, P = On probation, D = Suspended ordismissed, N = Non-matriculated or not seeking a degree

29. If you have experienced any extenuating circumstances that may have impacted your academic achievement, provide details

below (500 character maximum).

Name of Institution (Do notabbreviate)

City and State orCountry

From(mm/yy)

To(mm/yy)

Name of Diplomaor Certicate Earned

Year of Graduation(or expected date)

Status *

Honors College

The Honors College at the University of Utah is a place for highly motivated students to be involved in a community of excellence on

campus. Students participate in smaller classes, have great interactions with faculty, are expected to engage in and contribute to the

community around them, and graduate with an Honors degree after they have fullled Honors requirements.

Yes

No

31. Are you interested in applying to the Honors College?

Yes

No

Are you interested in pursuing a degree beyond a bachelors degree?

To be considered for acceptance into the Honors College students should have a grade point average of 3.5 or greater.1. Write, edit and proofread your essay in a separate word-processing program before attaching it to this application. We use a

holistic application review process, and your writing ability is no less important than your grades and scores.

2. This is your opportunity to introduce yourself to us. Let us see who you are and what you are passionate about.Demonstrate what qualities you would contribute to the Honors College. Be creative!

Essay Question (limit your response to 500 words)

Shakespeare wrote: The fool doth think he is wise, but the wise man knows himself to be a fool. What major lessons have

you learned in life and what do you hope to learn in college?

To be considered for the Honors College Priority Deadline, students must submit a complete application (including transcriptsand test scores, if applicable) to the University by November 1, 2013.


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Community Service and Volunteer Projects

33. List up to ve community service or volunteer projects that you have been involved with.

ToProject

Description (250 characters maximum)

From

Project


ToFrom

Project


ToFrom

Project


ToFrom

Project


ToFrom


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Work Experience

34. List up to three jobs you have held recently.

Employer Duties

To (mm/yyyy)From (mm/yyyy) Hours per week

Employer Duties


Employer Duties


Additional Comments

35. Provide any additional information that was not covered in the application that you feel should be considered.(250 characters maximum)

All Applicants Must Carefully Read and Complete the Following Section

By submitting your application you certify that to the best of your knowledge, the information submitted on this application is accurateand complete. You understand that if found to be otherwise, it is sufcient cause for refusal, rescission or dismissal. Any person

knowingly making a false or misleading statement is guilty of a Class B misdemeanor and is punishable pursuant to Utah CodeAnnotated Section 76-8.504.

In addition, you must notify the Ofce of Admissions if any information provided in this application changes after submission. You

also acknowledge that the University of Utah, at its sole discretion, may verify any information submitted with your application. Youalso consent to the release of your high school transcript or any other material relevant to an admission decision to the University ofUtah.

You also understand that if admitted, your admission is contingent upon your nal credentials reecting acdemic achievement simila

to the assessment at the time of your admission. If admitted, you agree to observe all the rules and regulations of the University ofUtah. You understand you will be responsible for payment of all amounts owed to the University (including, but not limited to tuition,fees, nes, rents, and parking citations). You agree to make payments promptly and that all payments will be applied to charges in

the order determined by the University and also agree to pay reasonable collection and/or attorney fees necessary to collect anyoutstanding balance on your account(s).

I understand that by submitting this application I certify that all information provided is accurate and true to the best of my

knowledge and I agree to the terms and conditions listed above.

Applicant Signature ____________________________________________________ Date (mm/dd/yyyy)


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Credit Card Payment

By lling out this form I give the University of Utah permission to charge my credit card for the admission application fee and (if

necessary) the late-handling fee.

Student name Student Social Security number

Cardholder name Card number

Expirat ion month Expiration year

MasterCard

Card type

Visa Discover American Express

Cardholder Signature __________________________________________________________


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Undergraduate Academic Majors

The academic majors listed below are offered at the undergraduate level. If you have decided on a major, select it from the listbelow and write it in the blank provided in question 6, page 4. If you have not decided on a major, write undecided in the spaceprovided. All new students are rst enrolled in University College until they are admitted to a major.

Advisors in the University College wil l provide guidance to students in completing general education requirements and prerequisitecourse work for their major. Transfer students who have completed most or all of their general education course work and are readyfor admission to the major must contact their program advisor as soon as possible. Undergraduates are expected to be accepted

into full academic major status by the end of their sophomore year.

Accounting1

Anthropology

Applied Mathematics

Architectural Studies1

Art1, 2

Art History

Asian Studies

Athletic Training

Atmospheric Sciences

Ballet1

Biology2

Biomedical Engineering1

Business Administration1

Chemical Engineering1

Chemistry2

Chinese (Languages)

Civil and Environmental Engineering1

Classics (Languages)

Communication1

Comparative Literature andCultural Studies

Computer Engineering1

Computer Science1

Earth Science Teaching Composite2

Economics

Electrical and Computer Engineering1

Elementary Education1

English2

Entrepreneurship1

Environmental and Sustainability Studies

Ethnic Studies

Exercise and Sport Science2

Film and Media Arts

Finance

French (Languages)

Gender Studies

Geography2

Geological Engineering

Geoscience

German (Languages)

Health Promotion and Education 2

Health, Society and Policy

History2

Human Development and Family Studies

Information Systems1

International Studies

Japanese (Languages)

Languages

Latin American Studies

Linguistics

Management (Business)1

Marketing (Business) 1

Materials Science and Engineering1

Mathematics2

Mechanical Engineering1

Medical Laboratory Science1

Metallurgical Engineering

Middle East Studies

Mining Engineering

Modern Dance1

Music1,2

Nursing1

Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Peace and Conict Studies

Pharmacy1

Philosophy

Physics2

Political Science

Psychology1

Religious Studies

Russian (Languages)

Secondary Ed1 (must choose ateaching major)

Social Work1

Sociology

Spanish (Languages)2

Special Education1

Speech and Hearing Science1

Theatre2

Undecided (not a major)

University Studies1

Urban Planning

1

This academic major has special admission requirements. Students should become familiar with specic admission requirementsby contacting the academic department during the rst semester at the University.

2 Teaching major (or minor) is also offered in this eld. If you plan to become a school teacher, check item 6 on the application. Also

contact the College of Education, Department of Teaching and Learning, 1705 E. Campus Center Dr., Rm. 142, Salt Lake City, UT84112-9252, 801-581-7158.

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