ADMISSIONS
See the University Catalog for more details
GENERAL ADMISSION POLICY
Nondiscriminatory Policy
American Pathways University is an equal opportunity educational institution. The University does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, creed, or veteran status in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations.
Inner City Denver Policy
American Pathways University gives precedence in admission to members of APU Strategic Alliance organizations and to residents of the inner city neighborhoods of Denver, Commerce City and Aurora.
Enrollment Cap Policy
While American Pathways University scrupulously adheres to its nondiscriminatory policy, it does have an enrollment cap for each academic term and academic year. Therefore, applicants who are otherwise qualified for admission may not be admitted for a particular term because the enrollment cap has been met. Such students will be placed on admission standby (that is, they may still apply and be given standby status but their subsequent admission is contingent on a sufficient number previously admitted students failing to actually enroll and thus opening enrollment space for them).
ADMISSION TO ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
All students are welcome at American Pathways University. The application process is your opportunity to introduce yourself to the University so it may evaluate your potential for academic accomplishment, personal and professional goals, character, seriousness, and dedication of purpose. Your high school and/or previous college record, test scores, essays, recommendations, activities and work experience, and an interview with the University’s Academic Advisor are used to make this evaluation.
General steps for students seeking admission to the University
- Complete an Application Form for admission to the academic programs of the University and send it to the University with your check or money order for the $50 nonrefundable application fee.
- Request official transcripts from your high school (or GED Equivalency Certificate) and any colleges you have attended to be sent directly to the Registrar (APU, 2227 Franklin St., Denver, CO 80205).
- Written recommendations to be sent to the Registrar from one or more of the following: school counselor, teacher, professor, employer, co-worker supporting the student’s application.
- Schedule and complete an interview with a University Academic Advisor. Call the University at 303-839-2551 to schedule the interview.
If you are a freshman year student
In addition to the general steps described above, if you are applying as a freshman year student (first time college student), submit ACT or SAT scores. The University will use these scores to help you register for the appropriate classes. If such scores are unavailable, you may still be admitted after scheduling an interview with the University Academic Advisor. Students without a high school diploma or GED may enroll as a Special Student as they work to complete the GED.
If you are a transfer student
In addition to the general steps described above, if you are a transfer student, please arrange for an official (unopened and sealed) transcript from all schools previously attended to be sent directly from each school to the Registrar (American Pathways University, 2227 Franklin St., Denver, CO 80205).
If you are a graduate student
In addition to the general steps described above, if you are a graduate student, please arrange for an official (unopened and sealed) transcript from all schools previously attended to be sent directly from each school to the Registrar (American Pathways University, 2227 Franklin St., Denver, CO 80205). Please see M.A. Application for other requirements for applicants seeking admission to the graduate program of the University.
Certification of purpose and compatibility
Students who apply and matriculate at the University certify that their personal and professional goals are compatible with the mission of the University and objectives of their chosen program of study and agree to abide by University standards and show consideration for all members of the University community.
