Freshman Applicants

A first-time freshman applicant is a student who enters APSU with fewer than 12 transferable credit hours after graduating high school and must meet freshman admission requirements. Students who were dual-enrolled in college courses while still in high school are considered a new freshman, regardless of the number of hours taken. Applicants must submit an application for admission, the $25 application fee and high school transcript or GED/HiSET scores.

• High School Graduation
  
  Public School—graduates of public schools must submit an official high school transcript showing dates/terms of attendance, credits earned while enrolled, and date of graduation. The Special Education diploma or High School Certificate is not accepted.
  
  Non-Public School—graduates of all non-public high schools must submit an official transcript showing dates/terms of attendance, credits earned, and date of graduation. Transcripts of home-school applicants must provide an official copy from an affiliated organization as defined by state law (TCA 49-50-801) or it may be accompanied by certification of registration from the local education agency which the student would otherwise attend. Purchased transcripts from organizations not requiring high school attendance for completion of grades 9-12 are considered unsatisfactory documentation of high school graduation. Applicants who are unable to provide a satisfactory high school credential may substitute acceptable scores on the GED or HiSET examination.
  
   

• Completion of Required High School Courses

  
  All students graduating from high school since 1989 must show proof of satisfactory completion of all college prep courses including U.S. History. 
  
  

Means for Removing High School Unit Deficiencies

• The following guidelines apply to students entering APSU with high school deficiencies:
  

• high school unit deficiencies will continue to be met with core courses used to satisfy the general education core;
  foreign language deficiencies will only be addressed when the student’s major/degree require unit(s) of foreign language;
  American Sign Language coursework is accepted by APSU to satisfy the foreign language requirement for admission to undergraduate degree programs;
  students will still be required to satisfy the U. S. History requirement outlined by TCA 49-7-110.
  
   

Assessment Requirements
APSU is test optional and scores are not required to be admitted to the university.  However, scores earned within 5 years of the first day of class are encouraged to assist students to enroll in the appropriate core courses. 

College-Level Placement will be determined by one of the following:

o    Cumulative unweighted high school GPA of 3.5 or higher; or

o    Math – ACT Math score of 19 or higher; or SAT Math score of 500 or higher or Placement level score of 4 or;

o    Reading – ACT Reading score 19 or higher; or SAT Evidence-based reading and writing score of 500 or higher or Placement level score of 4 or;

o    Writing – ACT English score of 18 or higher or SAT Evidence-based reading and writing score of 490 or higher or Placement level score of 4.

o    Transferable college credit in an English course, Math course, and Reading Intensive Course.

o    Assessments must be taken within the last five years to be valid.
 

Admission Standards
Austin Peay State University invites applications from all prospective students. All complete applications are reviewed carefully to determine the likelihood of the applicant’s completion of academic requirements leading to graduation in a timely manner. Admission decisions are based on criteria set by the University.


Full Admission
1.      Satisfactory completion of all college prep courses including U.S. History; and

2.      One of the following:
High school GPA of 2.85 or higher; or
ACT cumulative score of 20 or higher; or
SAT 1030 (evidenced based reading and writing) or higher; or
GED score of 580 or higher after January 2013, 45 prior to 2002, or 450 between January 2002 -December 2013 with a passing notation; or
HiSet score of 45 or higher with a passing notation

 

Opportunity Admission

1.      Satisfactory completion of all college prep courses including U.S. History outlines by TCA 49-7-110; and

2.      One of the following:
High school GPA of 2.75 – 2.84; or
ACT cumulative score of 19; or
SAT 990 (evidenced reading and writing) or higher; or
 

Students admitted under the Opportunity Admission Criteria

During the first semester of enrollment they are required to complete academic  strengthening requirements that include:

1.      Enroll in UNIV 1000 

2.      Monitored absenteeism for class

3.      Participate in peer tutoring

Exception Admission
Applicants who have not satisfactorily completed all college prep courses including U.S. History may achieve admission by exception by satisfying these requirements:

1. No more than two high school unit deficiencies (to be removed during first 30 hours of enrollment), and;

2. One of the following:
   ACT composite score of 21 or higher and high school diploma; or
   SAT cumulative score or 1060 or higher and high school diploma; or
   High school GPA of 3.0 (4.0 scale) and high school diploma
    

Alternative Standards
Any applicant who does not meet requirements for any category of admission can be considered for admissions by submitting an Appeal for Further Review to be reviewed by the University’s Committee on Admissions Standards.
 

Admission for Subsequent Semester
Prospective students who did not register and wish to be considered for admission for a subsequent semester or term must request their application for admission be moved to the desired semester or term.

 

Transfer Applicants

A transfer applicant is a student who has earned 12 or more transferable credits from a college or university. Transfer students who have earned fewer than 12 transferable credits must meet freshman admission standards. A student who was dual enrolled in college courses while still in high school and has not attended college AFTER high school graduation is considered as a new freshman, regardless of the number of hours earned with dual enrollment. In order to be considered for admission, the transfer applicant must be in good standing (not suspended) from the last institution attended. Applicants must submit official transcripts from all institutions attended whether or not credit was earned, an application for admission and the $25 application fee. Not doing so may result in dismissal from the University.

1. Official transcript(s) from all previously attended colleges and universities mailed or sent electronically directly from the institution(s) to the APSU Office of Admissions. Failure to identify all institutions attended (whether or not credit was received) is cause for dismissal from the University.; and

2. Grade point average must meet the following requirements:

Regular Admission

Probation Admission
 

When all official transcripts have been received by the Office of Admissions and the applicant is notified that the application and evaluation process is complete, the transfer student may proceed with enrollment after completing advisement. Online orientation is available to transfer students. Applicants who are accepted but whose transfer documentation is incomplete may register at an appropriate on-campus registration session. Transfer students whose documentation is complete and prefer to come to campus to enroll may do so by attending the appropriate on-campus registration session. Please contact the Office of Admissions at admissions@apsu.edu for further information.
 

You will find policies regarding transferability of earned credits in the University Academic Regulations  section of this Bulletin

Military Applicants

Military (both active-duty and veterans) are required to submit documents for military credit prior to enrollment. The following documents should be sent to the Office of Admissions directly from the issuing agency excluding the Form DD 214 Member four (4) copy:

International Applicants

The Office of Admissions handles application procedures for undergraduate international applicants. For additional information contact:

Office of International Student Services
Phone: (931) 221- 7661,
Email: admissions@apsu.edu
Website: https://www.apsu.edu/international/ 

Degree-Seeking (Visa Type F-1)

1. Submit an application for admission.
   Complete the international undergraduate application and pay the nonrefundable $25 application fee. Priority application deadlines are June 1 for fall semester and October 1 for spring semester.

2. Submit proof of financial support. 

3. Request official transcripts. 

4. Request official ACT or SAT scores for placement purposes.  
   ACT Code: 03944 www.act.org
   SAT Code: 1028 www.collegeboard.org
   A placement assessment may be taken in place of the ACT or SAT. 

5. Submit proof of English Language Proficiency.

6. Submit proof of immunization and medical insurance. 

7. Submit copy of passport biographical page. 
    

Exchange Students (Visa Type J-1)

1. Submit an application for admission.
   Complete the international undergraduate application and pay the nonrefundable $25 application fee. Priority application deadlines are June 1 for fall semester and October 1 for spring semester.

2. Submit proof of financial support. 

3. Request official transcripts or letter of good standing.

4. Submit proof of English Language Proficiency.

5. Submit proof of immunization and medical insurance.

6. Submit copy of passport biographical page. 
    

Other Students (Excluding Visa Type F-1 and J-1)

1. Submit an application for admission.
   Complete the international undergraduate application and pay the nonrefundable $25 application fee. Priority application deadlines are June 1 for fall semester and October 1 for spring semester.

2. Request official transcripts.

3. Submit proof of English Language Proficiency.

4. Submit proof of immunization and medical insurance.

5. Submit copy of passport biographical page. 

Permanent Resident Alien. Permanent Resident Aliens must submit front and back copies of their Permanent Resident Alien Card.

Asylum/Refugees. Must submit appropriate copies of documents indicating their status.
 

General International Applicant Information. All non-immigrants must provide proof of status, including copies of their visa. All international applicants will receive information concerning any special requirements for admission from the Office of Admissions. Student Health Services will provide the Office of Admissions with information concerning policy requirements, associated approximate costs which could be incurred, what would be considered acceptable certification of freedom from tuberculosis, proof of adequate medical and hospitalization insurance, proof of two immunizations with the Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR) vaccine, and proof of two immunizations with the Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine.
 

Authority on Immunization Requirements Rules.  The APSU Board of Trustees, in consultation with the Tennessee Department of Health, has the authority to implement rules regarding requirements for immunization against meningococcal disease and completion of a Hepatitis B waiver form with regard to all APSU students.  All such rules must be implemented in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act. 

Non-Degree Seeking Applicants

Applicants who are eligible for non-degree admission include:
 

Transient Applicants
A student who is currently enrolled and in good standing at another regionally accredited college or university may apply to attend APSU as a transient applicant and may be admitted to the University for one semester/term. This intent must be included in the application for admission. The applicant’s home college must submit a letter of good standing to the Office of Admissions or an official transcript reflecting student’s good standing. An official transcript may be required if needed to document the completion of any prerequisites required for enrollment in course(s). Transient students remaining at Austin Peay will need to re-apply for admission and resubmit a letter of good standing or an official transcript for a subsequent semester/term.
 

Persons with a College Degree or Certificate
Persons who have a degree or certificate equivalent to the highest degree or certificate offered by a regionally accredited college or university in a particular field but wish to take additional courses.
 

Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons
Adults 65 years of age or older during the semester, domiciled in Tennessee, may register in courses for credit on a space available basis and pay maximum tuition of $70 and all applicable fees or a Tennessee resident who is 60 years of age or older may audit a course if space is available at no cost (according to Tennessee law) by filing a birth certificate with the Office of the Registrar.

A Tennessee resident who is permanently and totally disabled may register in courses for credit on a space available basis and pay maximum tuition of $70 and all applicable fees or may audit a course if space is available at no cost (according to Tennessee law) by filing an Application for Tuition Reduction Due to Disability and submit proof you are considered 100% disabled through Social Security or other appropriate state or federal agency. To request tuition reduction for disability, you must submit the documentation for each term of enrollment. Request must be submitted prior to the last day of late registration.
 

Adult Special Applicants
Applicants (21 years of age or older), who are not interested in earning a degree from the University may apply for admission as an Adult Special Applicant by indicating on their application for admission. Requirements for Freshman Adult Special Students include high school graduation or a minimum GED score of 580 or higher (45 prior to January 2002 or 450 from January 2002-December 2013) with a passing notation or HiSET score of 45 or higher with a passing notation. An official high school transcript or GED score must be submitted to the Office of Admissions; a Special Education Diploma or High School Certificate is not acceptable.

Transfer and readmit applicants must submit a transcript from the last college or university attended. Applicants who are currently suspended from another college or university are not eligible to enroll as Adult Special Students.

Adult Special Students will be limited to enrolling in a maximum of 24 semester hours. Adult Special Students are not allowed to register for college-level courses unless the appropriate prerequisites are completed or a portion of the placement assessment is taken. Adult Special Students who later decide to seek a degree from the University must submit all academic credentials and satisfy all admissions requirements. Applicants who are denied regular admission will be denied admission as a Special Applicant for the same semester.
 

Adult Special Students - Certificate Only
Applicants enrolling in a certificate program must apply for admission as an Adult Special Applicant by indicating on their application for admission. Applicants that have never attended a college or university must submit their official final high school transcript showing graduation date or acceptable high school equivalency.  Applicants who have attended a college or university must submit their official transcript from the last college or university attended.  Applicants who are currently suspended from another college or university are not eligible to enroll as an Adult Special Student.

Adult Special Students will be limited to enrolling in a maximum of 24 semester hours. Adult Special Students are not allowed to register for college-level courses unless the appropriate prerequisites are completed or a portion of the placement assessment is taken. Adult Special Students who later decide to seek a degree from the University must submit all academic credentials and satisfy all admissions requirements. Applicants who are denied regular admission will be denied admission as a Special Applicant for the same semester.

 

Readmission Applicants

Readmission Applicants
Applicants seeking readmission to the APSU Clarksville campus must resubmit an application for admission if they have not attended for one calendar year or more and submit all transcripts from every institution attended since last attending APSU, regardless of whether credit was earned. 

Programs with Special Admission Requirements
Business, Education, Nursing, Medical Technology, Radiologic Technology, and Social Work have additional requirements for admission. Students wishing to enter these programs should consult with the departments offering the programs. Admission requirements may change due to availability of institutional resources and/or changes in state licensure requirements.

Deadlines for Filing Applications

Application deadlines can be found, by semester or term, on the APSU Academic Calendar, located at https://www.apsu.edu/academic-calendar/​.

For More Information

Undergraduate Admission
Office of Admissions
Box 4548
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone: (931) 221-7661
E-mail: admissions@apsu.edu
Web: apsu.edu/admissions
APSU Federal School Code: 003478
 

Graduate Admission
Box 4458
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone: (931) 221-7662
E-mail: gradstudies@apsu.edu
Web: apsu.edu/grad-studies
 

Immunizations and Medical Records
Student Health Services
Box 4655
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone: (931) 221-7107
Fax: (931) 221-7388
Web: https://www.apsu.edu/health-and-counseling/
 

Financial Aid Information
Financial Aid Office
Box 4546
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone: (931) 221-7907
E-mail: SFAO@apsu.edu
Web: apsu.edu/financialaid
APSU Federal School Code: 003478
 

Dual or Joint Enrollment
High School Counselors’ Offices or
APSU Dual Enrollment
Box 4428
Clarksville, TN 37044
Phone: (931) 221-7175
Fax: (931) 221-7748
E-mail: govnow@apsu.edu
Web: http://www.apsu.edu/govnow/

ACT Tests
American College Testing Program
P.O. Box 4065
Iowa City, IA 52243-4063
Web: www.actstudent.org
APSU’s Institutional ACT Code: 3944

SAT Tests
The College Board Headquarters
45 Columbus Avenue
New York, NY 10023
Web: www.collegeboard.com
APSU’s Institutional SAT Code: 1028
 

Placement Exams
APSU Testing Office
Phone: (931) 221-6269
Email: testingcenter@apsu.edu
Web: apsu.edu/testing
 

TOEFL Exams
TOEFL Services
P.O. Box 6151
Princeton, NJ 08541-6151 USA
Web: www.toefl.org
APSU Institutional TOEFL Code: 1028