REQUIREMENTS FOR ADMISSION
HOME-SCHOOLED STUDENTS
Francis Marion University recognizes home schooling as an alternative
to traditional high school. Home-schooled students are required
to meet regular standards for admission. In order for college
preparatory work to be considered, home schools in South Carolina
must be recognized by one of the state's Home School Supervisory
Associations. Home-Schooled applicants from out-of-state will
be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and should document home-school
affiliations from their home state.
NON-DEGREE SEEKING STUDENTS
In order to apply for status as a non-degree seeking student,
the applicant must submit an application and proof of high school
graduation or its equivalent. Non-degree seeking students wishing
to change their enrollment status to degree-seeking must meet
University admission requirements.
No more than 30 semester hours earned as a non-degree seeking
student may be applied toward a degree.
VETERANS
Applicants who are veterans must meet applicable University admission
requirements.
SENIOR CITIZENS
Applicants who are 60 years old or older and want to take courses
for credit or personal enrichment (audit status) must submit an
application for admission and will be admitted as non-degree seeking
students. Senior citizens wishing to enroll in a degree program
must meet University admission requirements for adult students.
The application fee and general University fees are waived for
eligible senior citizens, but all other fees must be paid.
ORIENTATION
Francis Marion University recognizes that the choice to attend
college is one of the most important decisions a person can make.
The University also recognizes that this decision has an impact
upon a student's entire family. In response to this unique time
in the life of a student and his/her family, parents and/or guardians
are encouraged to attend FMU's Orientation Program with their
students. Each program includes information regarding academic
advising and registration. Students and their families have an
opportunity to meet with faculty, staff, and students during this
orientation. Information sessions are also provided to assist
students as they prepare for the transition from high school to
college. The Orientation Program is required for all new freshmen
and transfer students, and there is a fee for participating.
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