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Saint Joseph’s College seeks to enroll qualified men and women of all religious faiths. Students who have challenged themselves academically, who are committed to learning through involvement, who participate in community service, and who believe in their potential for success, are encouraged to apply.
Decisions on admission to the College are made on an individual basis, taking into account the following factors: challenge, depth, and number of college-preparatory courses in high school; grade point average in these courses; rank in class; writing skills; extracurricular activities; special talents and achievements; recommendations; leadership skills; and demonstrable interest in attending Saint Joseph’s College. Submission of SAT or ACT scores and a college essay are optional.
The College recommends that students take a full set of college-preparatory courses in high school, including: four years of English; at least three years of mathematics (Algebra I and II, Geometry); at least two years of laboratory science (Biology, Chemistry); at least two courses in history or social sciences; and other college-preparatory courses. Students interested in the sciences or Nursing should be sure to take a more challenging curriculum in mathematics and science. For any intended major a typical transcript from a candidate for admission should include sixteen or more college-preparatory courses. Applicants for the Nursing Program should review the Nursing Program Admission Plan listed below.
Application for Admission
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Early Action Admission Plan
Candidates for admission under this plan must complete the application process by November 15. Students applying through the Early Action Plan will be notified of their admission status by mid-December. Students applying through Early Action may be deferred and be reconsidered during the regular admission process beginning January 1st. Early Action candidates should identify Saint Joseph’s as one of their top choices and should have achieved an exemplary grade point average in college-preparatory courses in high school. Early Action is non-binding.
Students accepted under the Early Action plan retain the right to respond to the College’s offer of acceptance by May 1.
Regular Admission Plan
Saint Joseph’s College reviews applicants on a rolling basis, and generally notifies students of their admission decision within two weeks of a completed application. The priority deadline for applying for admission is March 1st, however, we accept applications on a space-available basis until the fall term starts..
Notification for January (Spring) entry admission begins in mid-October.
Nursing Program Admission Plan
Completed applications are reviewed as they are received. Applicants are encouraged to take four years of science and math courses. A college preparatory laboratory biology and chemistry are required with a grade of “B” or higher; Honors and Advanced Placement (AP) courses with a grade of “C’ or higher. SAT or ACT are not required. Students not meeting requirements for direct admission to the nursing program may be considered for the pre-nursing program.
State Licensure/Student Responsibility
Students should review the specific academic requirements for the program in which they are enrolling, including those related to practicums/internships, as well as review any pre-qualifications for licensure (such as the need for a criminal background check). SJC highly recommends that students contact the applicable licensure board(s) in their state of residence or in the state where they intend to obtain a license before beginning an academic program that is intended to result in licensure and prior to beginning any internship/practicum. Many licensure boards require more than successful degree completion to obtain a license. Please be advised that state laws, regulations, and policies may change at any time. Changes in requirements can impact the program’s ability to meet education requirements for licensure. It is the responsibility of the student completing the licensure program to check with the licensing board(s) in their state of residence or in the state in which they intend to obtain a license for the most recent information and requirements. SJC shall not be held liable if the student is unable to qualify for licensure or certification in any jurisdiction or cannot obtain a practicum/internship location.
Application Costs
Saint Joseph’s College has no application fee.
Enrollment Confirmation
Admitted students reserve their places in the entering class by submitting a $200 tuition deposit. Residence hall space reservations require a $100 deposit. Deposits are refundable for the fall semester if written notice is given prior to May 1. Deposits received after May 1st will be considered on a space-available basis.
Information Requests
Prospective students should inquire by letter, phone, fax, or e-mail:
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Office of Admissions
Saint Joseph’s College
278 Whites Bridge Road
Standish, ME 04084-5263 |
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(800) 338-7057 or (207) 893-7746 |
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(207) 893-7862 |
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admissions@sjcme.edu |
Visit our Web site at: www.sjcme.edu
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Advanced Placement and Credit by Examination
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Following the recommendation of the American Council of Education (ACE), the College will award credit for Advanced Placement grades of 3 or higher on any Advanced Placement Exam. The Registrar in consultation with the individual academic department involved shall determine the specific course or courses for which credit will be awarded.
The College accepts passing scores for challenge exams as recommended by ACE. Students may receive up to 30 undergraduate credits through examinations such as CLEP, Excelsior, and DANTES DDST programs. For specific information and approval of using challenge exams to meet program requirements, contact the Registrar and your faculty advisor.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN’s) and Registered Nurses (RN’s) who transfer into the nursing program on campus (BSN) or the BSN Opportunities Program should contact the Department of Nursing about challenge examinations for designated courses.
College credit taken while in high school is granted for courses completed at regionally accredited institutions with a grade of 2.0 or above on a 4.0 scale, if those courses are deemed both comparable to a course at the College and relevant to the student’s proposed program of study at the College. Other appropriate college level work with a grade of 2.0 or better will be transferred to the Saint Joseph’s College transcript, but they will not count toward a degree program at the College. Official college transcripts are required for credit to be awarded.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Transfer Credit
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Saint Joseph’s College recognizes IB level work. Credit may be awarded for all subjects completed with a grade of 4 or better. The college will determine the number and equivalence of actual transfer credits after evaluating the applicant’s individual program of studies. Credit is awarded only upon receipt of the official International Baccalaureate transcript with the examination scores. Grades and GPA do not transfer.
Standardized Testing
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Saint Joseph’s College is a Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT) or American College Testing Program Examination (ACT) optional school with some exceptions. Students may submit their SAT or ACT scores to strengthen their application and for additional consideration for merit aid. Scores may be sent directly to the College through the examination board or as part of the secondary school transcript. Our College Entrance Examination Board (CEEB) number is 3755.
Note: Some of our partnership programs may require SAT scores to be submitted.
Saint Joseph’s College enrolls transfer students in both the fall and spring semesters. Prospective students should demonstrate a strong record of success in post-secondary studies. Applicants must submit official transcripts from all secondary and post-secondary institutions attended, recommendations from a college advisor or work supervisor, completed application form and an official high school transcript. Students who have earned an associate or baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution of higher education may not be required to submit an official high school transcript.
Credit towards graduation from Saint Joseph’s College is granted for courses taken at regionally accredited institutions with a grade of 2.0 or above on a 4.0 scale, if those courses are deemed both comparable to a course at the College and relevant to the student’s proposed program of study at the College. Other appropriate college level work with a grade of 2.0 or better will be transferred to the Saint Joseph’s College transcript, but the credits will not count toward a degree program at the College.
Credit for course work taken at non-accredited institutions may be granted on a provisional basis. Transfer credit is awarded by the Registrar in collaboration with individual academic departments. Transfer applicants will receive an official evaluation of their post secondary course work after acceptance to a degree program. Students must complete a minimum of 30 credits at Saint Joseph’s College in order to meet degree requirements.
International Students
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Applications from international students are actively encouraged. Saint Joseph’s College is authorized to enroll non-immigrant alien students on an F-1 student visa. In addition to the requirements for regular admission, international students must submit, in English, certified copies of their secondary school transcript, graduation diploma, standardized testing from their home country, financial certification form, and a satisfactory score from the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or from the International English Language Testing System (ELTS).
For more information on TOEFL, contact your local U.S. Consulate or Embassy or write to:
TOEFL Services
P.O. Box 6151
Princeton, NJ 08541
USA
International transfer students must also submit certified copies of their post-secondary course work as well as an external transcript evaluation from an authorized agency.
Upon notification of acceptance and prior to issuing the I-20 form, international applicants must document in full how they will finance their education at Saint Joseph’s College.
Campus tours, interviews, and participation in group visitation programs are strongly recommended for all prospective first-year and transfer students. Students are urged to visit as often as possible during the year preceding possible enrollment as such visits are the foundation for making a good decision about attending Saint Joseph’s.
The Office of Admissions is open year-round for individual tours Monday through Friday; as well as visitation programs on select dates. Listings are available on our website (www.sjcme.edu) or you can contact the Office of Admissions directly (Tel: 800-338-7057; e-mail: admissions@sjcme.edu).
Athletic Eligibility
Academic Standards – Eligibility
To be eligible for intercollegiate competition at Saint Joseph’s College, student-athletes must be enrolled in at least a minimum full-time (12 credits for undergraduates; 2 courses/term for graduates) program of studies, be in good academic standing and maintain satisfactory progress towards a baccalaureate or equivalent degree.
Good Academic Standing and Satisfactory Progress
Full-time students whose cumulative grade point average (GPA) reflect satisfactory academic standing and are making satisfactory progress towards a degree (as described in the statement on Good Academic Standing and Satisfactory Progress) are eligible for participation in intercollegiate athletics. Athletic eligibility is monitored and reviewed each semester by the Athletic Eligibility Committee – the Director of Athletics and Recreation, the Faculty Athletics Representative, the Assistant Athletic Director for Student-Athlete Success and Associate Dean. Students who do not meet the minimum academic standing and satisfactory progress may be ineligible for participation in intercollegiate athletics. Students who are ineligible may appeal through a formal letter to the Athletic Eligibility Committee for reinstatement.
Full-time matriculated students are in good academic standing and making satisfactory progress in their degree program when they meet or exceed the cumulative credit and grade point averages at the end of each academic year. (NOTE: Student-athletes are reviewed after each semester. Any student receiving a semester GPA of BELOW a 1.0 or earns less than 12 credits in a semester may be deemed athletically ineligible for the next semester. Students who are ineligible may appeal through a formal letter to the Athletic Eligibility Committee)
All Appeal Letters must:
•meet the deadline specified;
•include student’s current status (total cumulative credits earned, cumulative GPA); •state expressly why they are ineligible (short credits and/or below the required GPA); •clearly state the plan that the student AND THEIR ACADEMIC ADVISOR have agreed upon to obtain improvement and surpass eligibility standards.
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Minimum
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1
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First Year
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26
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1.75
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2
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Second Year
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58
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2.0
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3
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Third Year
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90
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2.0
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4
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120
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2.0
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A student-athlete shall complete his or her seasons of participation during the first ten (10) semesters in which the student is enrolled in a collegiate institution in at least a minimum full-time program of studies, as determined by the regulations of the institution.
A student-athlete becomes ineligible for intercollegiate competition in that sport if, after enrollment in college and during any year in which the student-athlete is a member of an intercollegiate squad or team, he or she competes or has competed as a member of any outside team in any non-collegiate, amateur competition during the institution’s intercollegiate season in the sport. There are exceptions, such as a high school alumni game; however, student-athletes must ask their college coach for clarification.
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Disabilities Services
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Saint Joseph’s College in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 provides reasonable accommodations to students who have physical, psychological, or learning disabilities. ADA accommodations at Saint Joseph’s College provides equitable access to ADA students in all academic programs within all aspects of Higher Education. Students who wish to receive accommodations are responsible for submitting current documentation of disabilities and accommodation needs. A student may declare a disability at any time throughout the academic semester; however, the beginning of the semester is ideal for academic success. Accommodation requests must be submitted to Holly Sanborn, Manager of ADA Accommodations within the Academic Center for Excellence (ACE) and Career Studio.
For more information regarding Saint Joseph’s College ADA Accommodations services, please contact Holly Sanborn at 207-893-7562 or hsanborn@sjcme.edu.
Reserve Officers Training Corps (ARMY ROTC)
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Army ROTC provides leadership and management skills and opportunities to qualified students while they attend college. Through a joint agreement with the University of New Hampshire’s ROTC Department, a student may participate in the Reserve Officer Training Corps while pursuing any baccalaureate degree at Saint Joseph’s College. First-year students and sophomores learn about the history of warfare, land navigation, and many leadership and management skills. Juniors and seniors expand their knowledge of military skills and put their leadership skills to practical use during leadership laboratories. There are benefits offered through the program. Physical training and classroom instruction is provided at the University of Southern Maine, Gorham Campus. For more information about Army ROTC, contact the Military Science Office at 603-862-7075.
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