Application Dates and Academic Requirements

Application/Notification Dates

Students whose applications become complete after the February 15th date will be considered on a space available basis.

Required High School Courses (Minimum Admissions Requirements)

1. English: Four units (college preparatory) 

2. Math: Four Units, Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, and a  higher level math for which Algebra 2 is a prerequisite. 

3. Social studies: Two units, one of which must be U.S. History 

4. Science: Three units (a physical science, a biological science, and a laboratory science course) 

5. Foreign language: Two units of the same language 

  Recommended High School Courses

1. Math, science, and foreign language in the senior year 

2. World history 

3. Health education (1/2 unit) 

4. Additional academic courses beyond the Minimum Admission Requirements 

Admission Decisions Are Based On:

1. Academic courses in grades 9 - 11. Applicants must have the required high school courses. Most applicants we admit exceed them and have performed well.

2. Grade point average. Please provide us with your weighted and unweighted grade point average computed on a 4.0 scale.

3. Senior year course selection. In addition to English, we encourage students to take math, science, and foreign language in the senior year. We also expect a solid schedule of academic courses in the Spring semester.

  SAT or ACT Scores

1. Take the test prior to and during the fall of your senior year.  Writing module is required.

2. UNC Charlotte College Board (SAT) code - 5105; ACT code - 3163  

Profile of Freshmen Admitted Fall 2006

High School Grade Point Average - 4.0 Scale - Middle 50% Range:

         3.4 to 4.0