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Admission To The College
Louisburg College welcomes students with the academic preparation
and motivation to successfully complete a college degree program.
Students who do not fully meet admissions requirements but show
potential for success at the College may be offered conditional
admission. Conditionally admitted students may be required to
register for specified courses, and/or successfully complete
course work during the summer prior to their enrollment at the
College. Both first year and transfer applicants will be required
to take placement tests and will be placed in courses according to
test results.
Prospective students may contact the Office of Admissions by
telephone (800) 775-0208 or (919) 496-2521. The Admissions Office
may also be reached by e-mail at
admissions@louisburg.edu
or by fax at (919) 496-1788.
Requirements for Admission
Freshmen Applicants
United States residents who have not previously attended college are
required to submit a completed application for admission, an
application fee of $25.00, official transcripts from all high schools
attended, and SAT or ACT scores. Generally, high school graduates
who are in good standing are considered academically eligible for
admission provided they have: a cumulative grade point average of
2.00 or higher on a 4.00 scale (C average or better), and a composite
score of 800 or higher on the SAT examination (17 or higher on the
ACT). Applicants who do not meet these requirements will be considered
for admission on a conditional basis by the Admissions Committee.
Although not required, we strongly recommend that students preparing for
admission to Louisburg complete the following high school courses:
| Course |
Instructional Emphasis |
| English (4) |
In English, four course units emphasizing grammar, composition, and literature; |
| Mathematics (3) |
In mathematics, three course units including Algebra I, Algebra II, and geometry, or a higher
level mathematics course for which Algebra II is a prerequisite; |
| Science (3) |
In science, three course units including
- at least one unit in a life or biological science (for example, biology)
- at least one unit in a physical science (for example, physical science, chemistry, physics), and
- at least one laboratory course; |
| Social Studies (3) |
In social studies, two course units including one unit in U.S. History; and |
| Foreign Language (2) |
In foreign language, two courses in one language. |
Transfer Applicants
An applicant who wishes to transfer from another post-secondary
institution must meet the College's general admissions requirements,
must provide official transcripts from all high schools attended and all
post-secondary institutions previously attended, and should be eligible
to return to the post-secondary institution from which transfer is
sought. Transfer applicants must also provide a Dean's Evaluation form
completed by the last institution attended.
Up to 32 semester hours of transfer or examination credit can be granted
toward a Louisburg College degree. Credits will be accepted only for
classes that a grade of "C" or higher was received from regionally
accredited institutions. Transfer credit for CLEP, advanced placement,
and/or DANTES will be evaluated according to the College's established
policies if such credit appears on official transcripts as credit
previously earned. The final decision on the acceptability of such credit
is reserved by the College. Transfer applicants shall be admitted in good
standing provided all requirements have been met and they have attained a
minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) required of Louisburg College students.
Applicants with less than the minimum GPA will be considered for
conditional admission.
For additional information concerning the transfer of academic credit,
students may obtain a copy of Standards and Procedures for Transfer of
Academic Credit from the Registrar's Office.
Non-accredited institutions: Credits from established
four- or two-year national or international institutions not
accredited by regional or national accrediting agencies will be
evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Re-admission of Former Students
Students who discontinued attendance at Louisburg College for one semester
or more, not including the summer term, must apply for readmission. If
they have attended another institution during the interim, they must have
official transcripts mailed directly to the Admissions Office.
Former students in good academic and social standing may be admitted upon
submission of the appropriate forms and review by the Admissions Committee.
Students not in good academic and/or social standing must petition the
Admissions Committee for readmission. The petition must be sent to the
Office of Admissions and must show good cause why such readmission should be
permitted. Students suspended for academic reasons may petition for
readmission after remaining out of school for at least one semester. The
summer term does not count towards meeting this suspension requirement.
The record of students who have been readmitted in full-time status* after an
absence of four or more consecutive semesters will be evaluated as follows:
only grades of D or better earned in previous enrollments will be combined
with all grades earned after readmission to compute graduation eligibility.
*Or have completed 12 semester hours as a part-time student at Louisburg College.
Post-Graduate Enrollment
Students desiring to continue enrollment after completion of graduation
requirements must apply for readmission and be accepted by the Admissions
Committee.
Special Admissions Programs
Louisburg College, in cooperation with local high schools, offers Joint
Enrollment and Early Admission for students who have completed the junior year
of high school. These programs are designed to encourage students who have
demonstrated outstanding academic potential to enter the College and begin
college-level work prior to completing requirements for high school graduation.
The College grants full credit for college level courses completed under these
programs, but high school officials may or may not accept the credits to meet
graduation requirements. Students should consult their principal and/or
counselor to determine the courses which satisfy those requirements.
Students considering applying for either of these programs should take the SAT
or ACT during their junior year in high school. Students planning to enroll
during the summer term immediately following completion of the junior year
should submit a transcript showing work completed through the first semester of
the junior year. A supplementary transcript showing their balance of high
school course work should be submitted at the end of the term.
Applications will be considered on an individual basis, and a personal interview
may be required. Applicants may obtain application materials and additional
information from their high school counselor or from the Office of Admissions.
Specific requirements for admission are discussed below.
Joint Enrollment
This program is designed for students who have completed their junior year of
high school and who, in the opinion of their high school principal or counselor,
have the aptitude and maturity to be concurrently enrolled in high school and
college.
Applicants to this program must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Follow the same procedures as freshmen applicants. "Joint Enrollment" should
be written across the top of the application form.
- Be recommended by their high school principal or counselor. The principal or
counselor recommending the student should submit appropriate course
recommendations to the Office of Admissions and a copy of the student's high
school transcript.
- Have a 3.00 average on academic work completed through the junior year, and
achieve a combined verbal and quantitative score of 950 on the SAT or composite
score of 19 on the ACT with a verbal score of not less than 480 and eligibility
for college level mathematics courses.
- Secure written parental/guardian consent to participate in the program.
- Be on track to complete the college preparatory curriculum as outlined earlier
in the admissions requirements.
Early Admissions
This program is designed for qualified students who, based upon the combined
judgments of high school and Louisburg College officials, have demonstrated a level
of academic maturity which would enable them to pursue a full-time course of study
at Louisburg College following the completion of their junior year of high school.
Applicants to this program must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Follow the same procedures as freshmen applicants. "Early Admission Program"
should be written across the top of the application form.
- Be recommended by their high school principal or counselor. If the applicant's
high school will allow credit earned in this program to be accepted toward
fulfillment of graduation requirements, the student should consult with his/her
principal and/or counselor to determine the courses in which he/she should enroll
to satisfy those requirements. The principal or counselor recommending the student
should submit a copy of the course recommendations and the student's high school
transcript to the Office of Admissions.
- Have a 3.00 average of academic course work completed through the junior year
and a combined verbal and quantitative score of 850 on the SAT or a composite score
of 19 on the ACT with a verbal score of not less than 400.
- Secure written parental/guardian consent to participate in the program.
- Be on track to complete the college preparatory curriculum as outlined earlier
in the admissions requirements.
International Students
Louisburg College welcomes qualified students from throughout the world.
International students may obtain and submit applications by postal mail or e-mail.
In addition to the completed application and the application fee of $50.00,
international students are required to provide official transcripts from all
secondary schools, colleges, and universities attended. If transcripts are in a
language other than English, certified English translations must be attached.
Evaluation of international students is on an individual basis. International
students must also submit proof of English proficiency as demonstrated by a score
of at least 500 on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), a score of
at least 5.5 on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), a
composite score of 800 or higher on the SAT examination (17 or higher on the ACT),
successful completion of an intensive English language program, and/or graduation
from a secondary school in which English is the primary language of instruction.
The College normally sends letters of admission and I-20 forms by mail. International
students who wish to have an admission letter and I-20 form sent by a commercial air
delivery service such as UPS, Federal Express or DHL must submit an additional fee of
$50.00 with their applications.
International students are required to submit payment for a full year of study prior to
arriving at Louisburg College. This payment may be made by cash, Master Card, Visa or
through a wire transfer of funds. For wire transfers, please contact First Citizens Bank.
Louisburg Learning Partners - Admission Requirements*
- Secure admittance to Louisburg College.
- Submit current documentation with a learning disability diagnosis based upon at
least an average intelligence quotient.
- Submit three letters of recommendation from a counselor or teacher that
addresses academic strengths and areas of concern as well as commitment to
learning and intellectual curiosity.
- Complete a personal statement of learning styles and strategies.
- Participate in an on-campus family interview to discuss goals and
expectations.
*Note:
Student are encouraged to begin their application process to the Learning
Partners Program at the same time as application to Louisburg College.
Special Notes
Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applicants for fall semester
should apply by August 1, applicants for spring semester should apply by
December 1, and applicants for the summer term should apply by May 15.
An applicant's file is not complete until all fore mentioned documents
have been submitted and:
- For freshmen applicants, a final high school transcript showing
graduation date.
- For transfer applicants, official transcripts from each
post-secondary institution attended.
- For readmission candidates, official transcripts from all
post-secondary institutions attended
since leaving Louisburg.
- For GED applicants, official copies of the GED scores.
The College reserves the right to admit or deny admission to any applicant
based upon the College's established policies and standards.
Enrollment Deposit
First-time students who have been approved for admission to Louisburg
College are required to send in a tuition deposit of $200.00 for resident
students or $150.00 for commuting students to complete the admissions
procedures. The tuition deposit is nonrefundable after May 1. Prompt
submission of the deposit is to the student's advantage since freshman
housing and class registration priorities are established by using the
date of receipt of the deposit. Space in the freshman class is reserved
by payment of this deposit. This enrollment deposit should be submitted to
the college as soon as the student has been accepted and has decided to
attend Louisburg College.
Returning students are encouraged to submit their deposits as early as
possible. Timely submission of this non-refundable deposit ensures the
student of retaining his/her pre-registration status and priority housing
consideration. If a student is ruled academically ineligible to return, a
full refund is made.
Space reservations and other priority considerations are good only until the
due date of the Business Manager's statement of semester fees. If financial
settlement has not been made with the Business Office by the due date shown
on the statement, the College reserves the right to grant another student the
space in the class.
Medical Records
Each prospective student must return a questionnaire concerning his or her
health history prior to enrollment. Records of medical examinations will be
consulted when questions arise concerning the amount of curricular and
extracurricular work and physical activity the student can undertake. North
Carolina General Statute 130A-155.1 states that no person shall attend a
college or university, excluding students attending night classes only, or
students matriculating in off-campus courses, or students taking a course load
of four credit hours or less and residing off campus, unless a certificate of
immunization against diphtheria, tetanus, whooping cough, poliomyelitis, red
measles (rubeola) and rubella is presented to the college or university on or
before the first day of matriculation. The Louisburg College student health
questionnaire provides students with a convenient method of certifying their
immunization history. Failure to file the required certification of
immunization will result in students being withdrawn from classes. Students will
receive no credit or grades for their courses. There will be no refunds.
Nondiscrimination Policy
Louisburg College is committed to the equal opportunity of education and
employment and does not discriminate against students, employees, or
applicants on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or sexual
preference, national origin, age, or disability. Moreover, the College does
not discriminate 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 applicable Federal laws and regulations.
Louisburg College supports the protection available to members of its
community under all applicable Federal laws, including Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disability Act of 1990, Title
IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, and Title VI and Title VII of the
Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Any student, employee, or applicant who has a complaint or grievance should
contact the Chief Academic Officer, 501 North Main Street, Louisburg College,
Louisburg, North Carolina 27549, or call (919) 496-2521, ext. 220.
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