Application for
Freshman Admission
Application
Instructions
Please read all instructions carefully before completing application.
Submitting Your Application
Freshman Applicants
Completed applications should be returned to the Office
of Enrollment Management with a $50 non-refundable
application fee. Make a check or money order payable to
Stockton University. Applicants must also submit with the
application all supporting documentation (transcripts, test
scores, essay, recommendations). Applications may also
be securely submitted electronically online and through
The Common Application at stockton.edu/apply.
Students who have not yet graduated from high school
are considered FRESHMAN APPLICANTS regardless of
how many college credits may have been earned. If you
have graduated from high school and are currently in your
first semester of college, you are considered a transfer
and must file the TRANSFER APPLICATION. The required
documentation for freshman applicants includes:
•Completed Application
•$50 application fee
•Official high school transcipt*
•SAT and/or ACT scores
•Two to three letters of recommendation
•Essay
* If you have earned a GED, submit your
equivalency test scores and high school
transcripts for years attended.
If you have attended any college or post-high school
institution, or have been enrolled in any college
courses or dual credit courses, you must supply
Stockton University with an official transcript from the
institution where those courses were taken or where
the credit had been earned.
Deadlines
Deadlines for submitting application and official
documentation:
entering Fall 2016:
deadline:
Jan. 31, 2016
Freshmen
(For full scholarship consideration)
Freshmen
May 1, 2016
Accelerated Pre-Medicine
December 15, 2015
December 15, 2015
Dual Degree Pharmacy
Dual Degree Physician Assistant February 15, 2016
Nursing
February 15, 2016
Pharmaceutical Engineering
February 15, 2016
International Students
March 15, 2016
International Applicants
entering Spring 2016:
Freshmen
International Students
deadline:
December 1, 2015
November 15, 2015
Academic Records
Academic records from ALL institutions where courses
were taken must be sent to the Office of Enrollment
Management. Transcripts must bear the school seal.
Electronic transcripts are acceptable from the institution
where the credits were earned, i.e., via Naviance.
Unofficial transcripts are not acceptable. Arrange for SAT
or ACT scores to be sent to Stockton University (SAT
code number: 2889 – ACT code number: 2589). Send
all records to:
International student applicants require TOEFL (Test of
English as a Foreign Language) scores and additional
documentation along with the Freshman application
requirements. All International applicants must provide
a photocopy of their passport with their application. Go
to stockton.edu/internationalservices and click on
How to Apply for International Student Admission
Requirements. If you have any questions, please call the
Office of Global Engagement at 1-609-626-5532.
Stockton University
Office of Enrollment Management
101 Vera King Farris Drive
Galloway, NJ 08205-9441
Dance & Theatre Applicants - Audition
For Dance and Theatre audition requirements,
information and appointment dates, please contact the
School of Arts & Humanities directly at 609-652-4505.
Visual Arts Applicants -Portfolio Requirements
Incoming freshmen students applying for Visual
Arts must submit a portfolio of work and select an
area of concentration. Visual Arts Interdisciplinary is
recommended for transfer students and education
majors looking for more flexibility in choosing courses.
A portfolio is not required for Art History majors.
Portfolio should contain 12 images in any media
(painting, printmaking, sculpture, photography, mixedmedia, and/or digital media) including still life drawings
(not copies of paintings or photographs) and a selfportrait drawing (required) as direct observation from
a mirror. All work must be original – copies of other
artists’ work will not be accepted.
Send images (.jpg) on CD formatted for MAC or cross
platform. Save each file with a lowercase name and no
spaces (eg., smith_john_01.jpg; smith_john_02.jpg;
etc.). Include documentation indicating Name, Title,
Medium and Dimensions of each piece. Submit your
portfolio with your Application for Admission. If you are
applying online, send your portfolio separately.
If you would like your portfolio returned, include a selfaddressed, stamped protective envelope. We cannot
be responsible for any lost items.
Non-Matriculated Student Applicants
A non-matriculated student may take courses for
credit at Stockton, but is not enrolled in nor working
toward a degree. Non-matriculated students may
register for up to eight (8) credits per semester on a
space available basis. Non-matriculated students must
apply for admission (matriculation) prior to earning 24
credits. Non-matriculated Stockton students applying
for admission must submit a progress report for
each course in which they are currently enrolled.
(Progress report forms available in the Office of
Enrollment Management.)
Application for Admission
NEW JERSEY’S DISTINCTIVE PUBLIC UNIVERSITY
101 Vera King Farris Drive • Galloway, New Jersey 08205-9441 • stockton.edu • [email protected]
1-866-772-2885 • Fax 609-626-5541
Admissions 2016
Application for Admission
Instructions, cont.
Special Programs
In addition to an earlier application deadline, the
Accelerated Pre-Medicine, Dual Degree Pharmacy
and Pharmaceutical Engineering programs require a
separate additional application form. Please find these
forms at stockton.edu/apply.
Physical Therapy
Physical Therapy is a doctoral degree program.
Students interested in Physical Therapy most
commonly choose Biology or Health Science as a
major. Students can choose an alternate major once
enrolled at Stockton.
Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapy is a master’s degree program.
Students interested in Occupational Therapy most
commonly choose Health Science, Psychology or
Public Health as a major. Students can choose an
alternate major once enrolled at Stockton.
Dual Degree Criminal Justice BA/MA
The dual degree Criminal Justice Program will consider
Freshman students with a minimum 3.3 GPA from
high school, top 20% of the class, and a combined
SAT of 1,100 or greater (Critical Reading and Math
only). Meeting these minimum requirements does not
necessarily guarantee acceptance into the dual degree
program. Contact Dr. Marissa Levy,
[email protected] to determine eligibility.
Pre-Professional Studies
Stockton’s flexible curriculum allows for preparation
for professional careers such as medicine, dentistry,
veterinary, physical therapy, occupational therapy,
and law while pursuing a traditional major. If you are
interested in these professions, check the appropriate
option at the end of the list of academic majors.
Scholarships
Stockton offers a generous range of merit-based
scholarship awards. No separate application is
required for new-student scholarships. All students
offered admission are considered for first time student
scholarships. The Scholarship Committee selects
award recipients based on their academic record. See
Stockton’s website for scholarship details.
Financial Aid
Applicants wishing to be considered for need-based
financial aid must submit the Free Application for
Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) by March 1 for the
fall term, and by August 15 for the spring term. The
FAFSA must be completed and filed electronically via
the Internet at fafsa.gov. Stockton’s federal school
code is 009345.
Health Requirements
All students are required to provide proof of
IMMUNIZATION prior to enrolling in a degree
program. Please visit the Health Services website at
stockton.edu/wellness for details of the Requirements
for Registration as mandated by N.J. State Law and
Stockton University. If accepted for admission, your
enrollment packet will include details and deadlines
regarding health requirement documentation.
Handicapped/Disabled
Students admitted to Stockton University are
encouraged to contact the Learning Access
Program (609-652-4988) for more information on
available services.
NJ Student and Parent Consumer Information for
Stockton University stockton.edu/consumerinfo
Educational Opportunity Fund Program (EOF)
New Jersey residents only.
EOF is a special admissions program for students who
meet certain financial and academic requirements.
Applicants to the EOF program must be seeking
full time admission, have been a resident of New
Jersey for at least 12 months prior to entering
Stockton, and come from an educationally and
economically disadvantaged background. Students
receive extensive counseling, tutorial and other
support services to ensure success at Stockton. A
residential five-week pre-college summer program
is required of all students who are admitted through
the EOF program. This rigorous pre-college program
is designed to strengthen academic, social and selfdiscipline skills required to succeed in college and
life. Please review the following gross family income
guidelines to determine if you may be eligible and wish
to be considered for the EOF program.
EOF Income Eligibility Scale for 2016–2017
Gross Income ceiling*
Household size
1
$23,540
2
$31,860
3
$40,180
4
$48,500
5
$56,820
6
$65,140
7
$73,460
8$81,780
*add $8,320 for each additional member of
the household
To apply for the EOF program, submit the Freshman
Application AND complete the EOF application/
questions. All students applying for the EOF
program must also file the FAFSA by March 1. (See
Financial Aid above.) Stockton’s federal school code
is 009345.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for an EOF grant, an applicant must
satisfy the following criteria:
• Residency – An applicant must demonstrate
that s/he has been a legal resident of New
Jersey for at least 12 months prior to receiving
an EOF grant. In this case, legal New Jersey
residency means that s/he does not live in
New Jersey only for the purpose of obtaining
an education.
• Academic – The applicant must exhibit
evidence for potential success in college
through the quality of their coursework in high
school.
• Financial – To be eligible for an EOF grant, a
student must demonstrate that s/he meets the
financial criteria established below as either a
dependent or independent applicant.
• Dependent Applicant – A dependent
applicant is one who normally resides with
his/her parent(s) or guardian(s). The income
of a dependent applicant’s parent(s) or
guardian(s) must not exceed the limitations
on the EOF Income Eligibility Scale.
• Independent Applicant – An independent
applicant is one who meets at least one of the
following criteria:
°° 24 years of age before end of calendar
year
°° Veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces
°° Enrolled in a graduate or professional
program for the next academic year
°° Married
°° An orphan, ward of the court, or was a
ward of the court until age 18
°° Legal dependents (other than spouse).
An independent student who received public
assistance as the primary means of family
support is presumed to be eligible without
regard to the amount. An independent
applicant may submit evidence of a
background of “historical poverty” in place
of specific information concerning parents’ or
guardians’ income.
Application for Admission
Stockton University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation or disabling
condition. University policies are consistent with federal and state laws pertaining to equal opportunity in admissions and education policies
and in scholarships, loans, athletics and other school-administered programs.
Admissions 2016
Freshman Application
Please read all instructions carefully before completing application.
Contact Information
Legal name_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
last
first
middle
Jr., Sr., III, etc.
Other names that may appear on your academic records_______________________________________________________________________________________________
Please Select One:
Permanent address___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
number and street
city
state
zip
Mailing address (if different)_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please Select One:
State of legal residence_____________Month/year
you began living in that state____________ County____________________________________________________________
Home phone number_________________________________________________________ Cell phone number__________________________________________________
Social Security #________________________________Date of birth_______________ Email address_________________________________________________________
Emergency Contact
Name__________________________________________________ Relationship______________________________________________
Address (if different from student address)_ ________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone_________________________________________ Email_____________________________________________________________
Stockton alumni in your family? q Yes q No If yes, name/relationship 1.________________________________________________________________________________
2.________________________________________________________________________________
Citizenship q
q
U.S. Citizen
q Resident alien (immigrant) from __________________country of citizenship (provide copy of Green Card)
Non-resident alien (student visa) from___________________________________________country of citizenship
Non-resident aliens requiring the F1 visa should also submit the International Student Application forms (see stockton.edu/apply)
q
Non-citizen (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals Dream Act only)
Race, ethnicity & gender requested for federal reporting purposes only.
q Hispanic or Latino
q Not Hispanic or Latino
Select one or more races to indicate what you consider yourself to be.
q American Indian or Alaskan Native
q Asian
q Black or African American
q Male
US Armed Services Veteran or current military member q Yes
q Female
q Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander q Caucasian or White
q Choose not to report
q No
Academic Status
Entering Term
q Fall (September 2016)
q Spring (January 2016)
Intended status
q Full Time
q Part Time
International Student
q Yes
q No
Are you interested in campus housing?
q Yes
q No
Are you interested in the Honors Program?
q Yes
q No
Are you interested in study abroad?
q Yes
q No
High School Information
H.S. name__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
CEEB code
H.S. address_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Month/year of graduation_ _____________ Did you/will you receive a G.E.D.?
q Yes
q No
Essay (250-500 words)
Describe how attending Stockton University will help you attain your educational, personal or professional goals.
Admissions 2016
Freshman cont.
Anticipated Academic Program
Your application is evaluated for admission to Stockton University. Choosing an academic interest neither commits you to a specific major, nor guarantees entrance into an
academic program. Choose one major q. (Below certain majors you can choose a specialization if desired. Not all concentrations are listed; see the Stockton website for complete
list.) If you are uncertain of your academic interest, choose Undecided.
Choose one major
School of Arts & Humanities
q Communication Studies
m General Media Studies
m Media Production
m Public Relations
q Historical Studies
q Languages and Culture Studies
q Literature
q Philosophy and Religion
q Studies in the Arts
m Art History/Visual Art
m Interdisciplinary Visual Arts
m Dance Arts Administration
m Dance Performance
m Dance Pre-Movement Science
m Dance Studio Operations
m Classical Music Studies
m Jazz Studies
m Pre-Physical Therapy Dance
m Vocal Music Studies
m Theatre Design and Production
m Theatre Performance
m Theatre Management
q Visual Arts (BFA)
m Graphic Design/
Visual Communications
m Illustration
m Painting/Drawing
m Photography
m Printmaking
m Painting
m Sculpture
School of Business
q Business Studies
m Accounting
m Finance
m Financial Planning
m Management
m Marketing
q Computer Science & Information Systems
m Computer Science
m Information Systems
q Hospitality & Tourism Management
q Master of Business Administration
(BS/MBA) Accelerated Dual Degree
School of Education
q Elementary Education/Liberal Studies
q Elementary Education/Psychology
q Arts/Education K-12
q Biological Science/Education K-12
q Chemistry/Education K-12
q Environmental Studies/ Education K-12
q French/ Education K-12
q Historical Studies/Education K-12
q Literature/Education K-12
q Marine Science/Education K-12
q Mathematics/Education K-12
q Physics/Education K-12
q Social Studies/Education K-12
q Spanish/ Education K-12
q World Languages/Education K-12
School of General Studies
q Liberal Studies
School of Health Sciences
q Health Science
m General
m Pre-Communication Disorders
m Pre-Occupational Therapy
m Pre-Physical Therapy
m Physician Assistant BS/MS
Dual Degree w/ Phila. U.*
q Nursing, Four-Year Pre-Licensure*
q Public Health
mCommunity Health Education
mHealth Administration
School of Natural Sciences & Mathematics
q Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
q Biology
m Biology/Medical Technology (BS) Dual
Degree w/ U. of Delaware
m Biotechnology
m Pre-Health Professions
m Pre-Physical Therapy
q Chemistry
m American Chemistry Society Certification
m Engineering (Dual Degree)
m Environmental Chemistry
q Environmental Science
m Sustainability & Environmental Policy
q Environmental Science (BS/PSM)
Accelerated Dual Degree
q Geology
q Marine Science
m Marine Biology
m Oceanography
q Mathematics
m Engineering (Dual Degree)
q Pharmaceutical Engineering (BS/MS)
Dual Degree w/NJIT*
q Pharmacy (doctorate) Dual Degree w/Rutgers*
q Physics
m Engineering (Dual Degree)
q Pre-Medicine, Accelerated 7-yr.*
q Sustainability
m Policy & Economy
m Sustainability Management
m Energy
m Environmental Quality
m Sustainable Biosystems
School of Social & Behavioral Sciences
q Criminal Justice
m Criminal Justice (BA/MA)
Accelerated Dual Degree
m Forensic Psychology
m Forensic Investigation
m Homeland Security
q Economics
q Political Science
m Pre-Law
m Sustainability & Environmental
Policy
q Psychology
m Forensic Psychology
q Social Work
q Sociology and Anthropology
m Anthropology
m Archaeology
m Language & Culture
m Sociology
Academic & Career Exploration
q Undecided
Pre-professional Concentrations
m Pre-Medical
m Pre-Dental
m Pre-Veterinary
m Pre-Physical Therapy
m Pre-Occupational Therapy
*0Early application deadline/requirements.
See Application Instructions.
Disciplinary
ave you ever been found responsible for a disciplinary violation at an educational institution you have attended from 9th grade forward, whether related to academic misconduct or
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behavioral misconduct that resulted in your probation, suspension, removal, dismissal or expulsion from the institution?
q Yes
q No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanor, felony or other crime?
q Yes
q No
If you answered “yes” to either or both questions, please attach a separate paper giving the approximate date of each incident and explaining the circumstances.
Important! All applicants must read and sign the following:
I hereby acknowledge that the information submitted for this admissions application is true and complete, including all supplemental documentation. I certify that all submissions are my
own work, factually true and honestly presented. I attest that I have not been enrolled in, nor have I attended any college, university or post-secondary institution other than those listed
on this application. Any misrepresentation of fact will constitute cause for cancellation of my application prior to admission or dismissal following admission.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Signature
Date
Admissions 2016
EOF Application
Educational Opportunity Fund Program Confidential Information Questionnaire
q I am applying for the Educational Opportunity Fund Program. I have read the EOF description in the Application Instructions and have determined I may be eligible
for the program.
Household information
Total family size_ __________________________ Number living at home_ _______________ _Number claimed on most recent tax form___________________
*Note: Be sure to include student applicant in the numbers recorded above.
Household member full name
Age
Relationship
Name of college (if attending during 2016/2017)
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
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Do you have any siblings who attend college?
q Yes
q No
Do they receive EOF?
q Yes q No
Student Status
Parent(s) background
Marital status:
q Married
Father/male guardian:
q Living _____age
q Divorced
q Deceased
q Separated
q Widowed
Mother/female guardian: q Living _____age
Are you an orphan, a ward of the court, were you a ward of the court until age 18, or have legal dependents other than a spouse?
q Unknown
q Deceased
q Yes
q No
If you answered NO please complete the DEPENDENT STUDENT section.
If you answered YES please go to the INDEPENDENT STUDENT section.
Dependent Student
Parental financial status
Do you own a business or farm?
q Yes
q No
Current market value: $______________
Parents total assets: (cash, checking, savings) $_______________
2015 Sources of Income
Gross income (yearly)
Father/Male Guardian
$_________________
Mother/Female Guardian
$_________________
Student
$_________________
Social Security (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
$_________________
AFDC, Welfare (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
$_________________
Child Support (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
$_________________
Veteran’s Benefits (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
$_________________
Unemployment or Disability (monthly) $_________________
$_________________
$_________________
Other (monthly)$_________________
$_________________
$_________________
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EOF cont.
Independent Student
How long have you lived outside of your parents’ home?_____ years_____ months
2015 Sources of Income
Gross income (yearly)
Student
$_________________
Spouse
$_________________
Social Security (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
AFDC, Welfare (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
Child Support (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
Veteran’s Benefits (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
Unemployment or Disability (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
Other (monthly)
$_________________
$_________________
Certification
EOF eligibility is based on a history of financial and academic disadvantage. Please write about circumstances which might affect your eligibility for the EOF grant.
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NOTE: The information on this application is only for preliminary review. Final acceptance into the 2016-2017 EOF Program will be dependent on the results of the FAFSA. Please attach
a copy of your parents’ (or, yours if independent) most recent federal income tax form and/or proof of non-taxable income listed on this document. EOF cannot make a determination
of eligibility without proof of family income from the previous year.
Admissions 2016