Applying for Undergraduate Admission

Millsaps College accepts without regard to race, color, sex, creed or national origin qualified students who will benefit from its academic program.

First-Time Freshman Admission
Students applying for admission as first-time freshmen should have participated in a strong high school college preparatory curriculum. Applicants' records should show progress toward high school graduation, with at least 14 units of English, mathematics, social studies, natural sciences and/or foreign languages. Four units of English should be included. Students who have not prepared for college may submit results of the General Educational Development (GED) Tests, along with a transcript of any high school work completed. Freshmen applicants may choose from two decision plans:

Early Action
Early Action is the most popular application option at Millsaps. It is for any student wishing to submit complete application credentials and learn of admission and scholarship early, without making an immediate commitment to enroll. The Early Action Plan does not require that Millsaps be a student's first choice college. The deadline for submitting Early Action applications is December 1, and admissions decisions will be mailed by December 20. Students applying under the Early Action Plan are not required to make a commitment to enroll before May 1, but are encouraged to notify the college as soon as a final college decision has been made.

Regular Decision
The Regular Decision Plan is for all applicants who wish to be considered for merit-based scholarship, and whose credentials are postmarked by February 1. Students applying under the Regular Decision Plan are not expected to make a commitment to enroll before May 1, but should notify the college as soon as a final college decision has been made.

Any first-time freshmen applications received after February 1 will be considered on a space available basis. If you are applying after this date, please contact the Millsaps Office of Admissions at 601/974-1050 or 1-800-352-1050.

Home Schooled Applicants
Students who have been home schooled must follow the same procedures for admission as any other first-time freshman or transfer applicant. Additionally, an on-campus writing sample or scores from SAT II Subject Tests may be required for admission.

Early Admission
Students who are nearing high school graduation but choose to enter college before graduation may apply by following the same procedures as outlined for first-time freshman applicants. At least 12 units in English, mathematics, social studies, natural sciences, and/or foreign languages must have been completed. Normally, four units of English are required.

Application Procedures
All applicants to Millsaps College must submit the following credentials:

1. A completed application for admission and scholarships form including the required essay and the secondary school evaluation (secondary school evaluation required for transfers only if applicant has graduated from high school within the last year).

Millsaps' application is also available on-line at the main college web page. Additionally, Millsaps is a member of the Common Application Group, and as such, accepts that document in lieu of the Millsaps application for admission and scholarships.

2. Non-refundable application fee of $25.00 (may be waived with written request from high school counselor).
3. Official copy of high school transcript and/or GED (must be a final high school transcript for transfer students).
4. Standardized test scores, either ACT (American College Test), or SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test). Scores appearing on the official high school transcript will be accepted.
5. Official copy of all college transcripts. Transcripts issued to student are not acceptable.

Transfer Admission
Transfer applicants to Millsaps must apply for admission under the Regular Decision Plan, but with an application deadline of March 1. A transfer student is anyone entering Millsaps as a full-time student from another institution of higher learning. The following policies apply to transfer applicants:

1. Full credit is normally allowed for work taken at other accredited institutions. Some courses which are not regarded as consistent with a liberal arts curriculum may not be credited toward a degree.
2. After earning 64 semester hours at a junior or senior college, a student may not take additional work at a junior college and have it apply toward a degree from Millsaps.
3. A final high school transcript and official ACT or SAT scores may be requested as part of the necessary application credentials for any transfer student who has completed less than two full years of senior college work.
4. A student must complete the work necessary to fulfill requirements for a major at Millsaps.
5. Grades earned at another institution will ordinarily be recorded as they are on the other institution's transcript. Quality points earned at another institution will be recorded based upon the grading scale used by Millsaps on page 58 of the Millsaps catalog. An overall grade point index of 2.0 is required for graduation. Transfer students must also have a minimum grade point index of 2.0 on their Millsaps work.
6. In the case of a student transferring to Millsaps with partial fulfillment of a core requirement, the registrar in consultation with the appropriate faculty committee may approve courses to substitute for the remainder of the requirement. Students should consult with the Office of Records for college policy on courses that will substitute.
7. The student is subject to Millsaps regulations on advanced placement and credit by examination.
8. Credit is not given for correspondence courses.

Transfer student applicatons received after March 1 will be considered on a space available basis.

Adult Degree Program Admission
Students admitted to the Adult Degree Program, part of the Office of Adult Learning, may be part-time or full-time students, depending on their occupational and family responsibilities. Application forms, as well as information about the program, may be obtained from the Office of Adult Learning or from the Office of Admissions. Students seeking admission to the Adult Degree Program must submit the following:

1. The completed application form.
2. A nonrefundable application fee.
3. Official transcripts of all previous academic work.
4. Two letters of recommendation.
5. An essay introducing the applicant to the ADP Advisory Committee and stating the applicant's educational goals.

All students admitted to the Adult Degree Program are degree candidates.

Part-time Admission
A part-time student is one enrolled in a degree program but taking fewer than 12 hours. Requirements for admission and policies pertaining to part-time students are the same as those for full-time students.

Nondegree Student Admission
A nondegree student is one who is taking a course or courses but who is not enrolled in a degree program. Applicants should submit the Nondegree Student Application Form along with the application fee to the Office of Adult Learning. Transcripts of all academic work attempted must be provided to the Office of Adult Learning within two weeks of enrollment. The following policies apply to nondegree students:

1. Nondegree students are expected to be 21 years of age and must present evidence of good character and maturity. Age requirements may be waived.
2. Nondegree students may enroll for courses without regard to graduation requirements, but must meet prerequisites for courses chosen.
3. Nondegree students wishing to apply for a degree program must re-apply, provide full credentials, and meet admission requirements for degree students.

International Student Admission
Millsaps College welcomes students from all over the world and will evaluate applicants based on the educational system from which they come. International students should submit their admission credentials well in advance of the semester in which they expect to enroll to allow time for official documents to be received through international mail systems. Required documents for international applicants include the following:

1. Completed admission forms.
2. Official or certified true copies of transcripts from each secondary and post-secondary school attended. These should include a record of subjects taken and marks earned for each year of study. Documents must have the official signature and seal of a school official. A certified English translation must accompany all documents not in English. For placement purposes, course descriptions may be requested from international transfer students.
3. Official or certified true copies of all national, public, or qualifying examinations that have been completed.
4. Two letters of recommendation.
5. TOEFL results for non-native English speakers.
6. Statement of Financial Resources.
7. The application fee.

Leaves of Absence and Readmission

Students may petition for a Leave of Absence for a future semester. A Leave of Absence cannot be granted in a semester in which any classes have been attended. Before requesting a Leave of Absence from the College, students must meet with the Director of Retention and Student Success (undergraduate), Dean of Adult Learning (ADP, MLS, or Nondegree), or the Assistant Dean of the Else School of Management (MBA or MAcc) to determine if a Leave of Absence is appropriate in their situation. A Leave of Absence allows students to sit out for a semester. A Leave of Absence maintains a student's eligibility to retain academic scholarships; however they must reapply for need-based aid. Leaves of Absence are granted for one-semester, although in unusual circumstances a petition may be filed for an extension.

Students who leave the College for one semester or longer may apply for readmission by completing the appropriate application and presenting transcripts for all academic work attempted while away from the College. Students on approved leaves of absence are not required to apply for readmission. Those who are absent for more than four years may be required to meet graduation requirements in effect at the time of readmission or do additional work in their major in order to qualify for a degree.

Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and Credit by Examination

Students entering Millsaps College may earn a waiver of certain requirements or college credit as a result of their performance on specific examinations. The amount of waiver or credit is limited to two courses in any discipline and to seven courses overall, with the exception of the Adult Degree Program where the limits are three and eight courses respectively. International students may also be eligible for advanced placement depending upon the educational system completed (for example: 1B, A-levels, Abiture, etc.).

Scores on the appropriate Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate examinations, CLEP subject matter examination or CEEB achievement test s hould be sent to the Office of Records for evaluation. If a waiver of requirements is granted, the score on the examination used will be recorded on the student's record in lieu of a letter grade. An administrative fee will be assessed for each course so recorded. (See the section on Special Fees.)

A score of 4 or 5 is ordinarily required on an AP exam and a score of 5, 6 or 7 on a higher-level IB exam is required in order to receive academic credit. For information concerning scores necessary to attain credit for any AP examination, or for other exams such as IB or CLEP, students should consult with the registrar or Dean of the College. International students should contact the Office of International Initiatives with any questions about their advanced placement eligibility.

Additionally, Adult Degree Program students (BLS candidates) may develop and submit appropriate portfolios for consideration for non-graded academic credit. Detailed information is available in the Prior Learning Credit Handbook, which is distributed during orientation to all ADP students.

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