Selective Majors - Freshman

Admission to the university and a specific major is usually simultaneous. Certain majors have additional requirements for direct admission.

College of Engineering and Computing

Students who apply Score Optional to computer science and engineering majors within the College of Engineering and Computing will be considered if they have completed four years of high school mathematics courses. One course designated as a higher level than Algebra II must be completed by the senior year. All math courses must be completed with grades of B or better OR C with a 550 Math SAT or 24 Math ACT score.

College of Visual and Performing Arts

The art and visual technology, computer game design, dance, film and video studies, music, and theater majors in the College of Visual and Performing Arts require an audition or portfolio review.  Submit your application for admission to the university before scheduling auditions or portfolio reviews. Please be aware of the priority deadlines.

School of Nursing

The School of Nursing admission committee requires a second review of freshman applications for direct admission to the bachelor of science in nursing (BSN) major. Admission to the School of Nursing is highly competitive. Qualified applicants admitted to the university but not to the School of Nursing will be undeclared majors.