University of Northwestern Ohio

Admissions Procedures

If you would like to meet with a representative at the time of application, please contact the Admissions Department at (419) 998-3120.

1. Submit an application. Admission applications may be submitted to the University in person, by mail, or online.
2. All applications must be accompanied by a $20 application fee.
3. Applications will be forwarded to administrative staff for review.
4. Applicants will be notified of acceptance or rejection within four weeks.
   
   *This notification indicates a conditional acceptance based on receipt of final transcripts after graduation from high school.

Thank you for your interest in attending UNOH. We look forward to you joining the Northwestern family.

Acceptance

Students will be accepted at UNOH on one of two levels.

• Full Acceptance - No restrictions are placed upon the student.
• Conditional Acceptance - The student is being accepted for one academic quarter or session on the condition that normal scholastic progress is achieved.

Time of Admission

Applicants must submit evidence of graduation before they begin classes. Students are admitted at the beginning of each term according to the dates in the catalog. Students must have a high school diploma or GED before they may begin classes. Students who have been home-schooled must also present proof of graduation and other appropriate documentation. Students may not begin after the first week of classes.

Placement Testing

Prior to attending Orientation, information about placement testing will be sent to students. These tests are available online and completing them will enhance the ease of scheduling. Those who do not complete placement testing before or during their first term may be required to take extra courses to prepare them for a college-level curriculum. For questions regarding placement testing, email newstudentservices@unoh.edu.

Placement testing serves two purposes. First, it helps the University determine abilities in English and mathematics. Second, it places students at the correct course level, either college-level courses or courses that prepare students for college-level courses. Placement tests may be taken only once and must be taken prior to or during the first term. There is no charge for placement tests. A grade of 70% or higher is required to pass the placement tests. Students scoring below 70% on the tests are required to take EN070 Basic English and/or MH065 Review Math.

Students from all colleges may submit valid ACT or SAT scores for placement into college-level courses. Students scoring 18 or higher on the ACT English or math test or SAT scores of 450 in writing or math are not required to take tests for placement in college-level courses. Students who transfer a 100/200 level English or Math course will automatically be granted credit for EN070 or MH065 and placement testing will not be required.

To help students succeed, the University provides developmental assistance. For those students who demonstrate a need for help, MH065 Review Math and EN070 Basic English are required. These credits are not counted in the accumulative total credits required for graduation.

Retesting Policy: The University of Northwestern Ohio allows retesting under limited circumstances. Retesting is only appropriate when there is reason to believe that the examinee’s score does not accurately reflect his or her knowledge or skill. Retesting is appropriate under two circumstances: (1) when performance is influenced by environmental factors other than ability and (2) when there is a significant change in the examinee’s ability. Retesting is considered on an individual basis, and all requests should be submitted by email to Loren Korzan, Director of Advising, at advisor@unoh.edu.

Graduate School Admissions: Online MBA Program

UNOH offers an online Master of Business Administration (MBA) program for students seeking to advance their career in the business field. Find out more about the admissions process for the online MBA.

Non-Degree-Seeking & Transient Students

Students not intending to complete diploma or degree programs may take a maximum of 12 credit hours and must then declare a major and complete the regular application process to continue.

Non-degree-seeking students must meet all course prerequisites and will be placed on academic hold which will require the Registrar’s Office or Advising Office to register classes.  The hold will be removed when a major is declared. Transient students taking courses to transfer to their current institution should check with their Registrar’s Office to determine transferability of UNOH courses.