Academic Requirements for Admission to UAT

Undergraduate Admissions Requirements - US Citizens

The University of Advancing Technology strives to admit students who embody our passion for technology and dedication to life-long learning. Factors considered in the admissions process include, but are not limited to, academic achievements, leadership experience, career aspirations, hobbies and community and extra-curricular involvement. Prospective students must have a high school diploma or a General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Additionally, UAT grants acceptance based on previous education, test scores (ACT/SAT), the student's match with University culture and a passion for technology.

Graduate Admissions Requirements - US Citizens

Applicants to the Graduate College in Applied Technology, UAT's master's degree program, must submit the following materials:

• A completed Application for Graduate Admission.
• A short essay of 500-1,000 words on your research objectives and how this program will help you reach them.
• Official transcripts documenting completed bachelor's degree and grade point average.

Standards

In order to be admitted to the master's program, applicants must have met the following requirements:

• Earned a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution recognized by the US Department of Education.
• Earned a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.5/4.0 in their completed Undergraduate Program.

• Obtained a minimum score in the Graduate Record Examination General Test of
• 470 Verbal
• 570 Quantitative
• 540 Analytical
• Submitted the required materials(Essay and Official Transcripts).
• Been approved by the Graduate Admissions Committee.

The Graduate Admissions Committee will determine whether the applicant is to be admitted. The Committee will evaluate the student as a whole and will strive to admit students that embody our University values and vision. Determining factors for acceptance include academic achievement, leadership, experience, research aspirations, professional accomplishments and community involvement. The committee may identify deficiencies that an applicant should remedy before re-applying, including training on specific software. The Graduate Admissions Committee may waive one or more of the required materials or standards based on the strength of an applicant's preparation. The Application Coordinator will formally notify applicants whether their status is “Admitted” or “Not Admitted.” Application to the graduate program should be completed at least sixty (60) days before the scheduled start.

Admissions Requirements - Non-US Citizens

In addition to the standard admission requirements, non-US citizens applying for admission to the University of Advancing Technology must provide proof of English proficiency in one of the following ways:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of:
• 550 or higher on paper-based test
• 79 or higher on Internet-based test
• 213 or higher on computer-based test
• Successful completion of Level 108 from an ELS Center.
• ASPECT English Language Proficiency Level 5.
• Attendance for one year at a regionally accredited US college or university and completion of English 101 (or equivalent) with a grade of C or better.

One of the above must be satisfied for consideration. Proof of English proficiency is not required if English is the applicant's native language.

Official transcripts must be submitted with an English translation and be evaluated as a US high school equivalent by: Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc., P.O. Box 17499, Milwaukee, WI, 53217-0499, USA
(http://www.ece.org)

After international students are issued a visa to attend UAT, they will receive health insurance with a non-affiliated insurance provider. Federal law requires mandatory health insurance coverage for all international students studying in the United States. Students who will not be issued a visa through UAT and who already have health insurance coverage will need to show proof during their course of study. If a student does not have insurance coverage and would like to obtain it, they may contact the Registrar.

Financial assistance may be available to eligible Canadian citizens.

Application

An application for admission must be completed and submitted to the UAT Admissions Office prior to consideration. Contact the UAT Admissions Office for the necessary form or complete the online application.

1) Complete the application and send it to the University of Advancing Technology, 2625 West Baseline Road, Tempe, AZ, 85283-1056, USA, or fax it to (602) 383-8222.

2) As part of the application and acceptance process, all students must supply the University with official proof of their high school diploma and/or GED certificate or college transcripts. It is the responsibility of the student to pay all fees associated with the acquisition of transcripts and to ensure that all official transcripts are sent to UAT in a timely manner. We encourage all students to submit transcripts along with their application to UAT. All official transcripts must be sent directly to the Registrar.

3) To determine if applicants meet the requirements set forth by the University’s admissions criteria, completed applications are forwarded to the Acceptance Office.

4) Accepted applicants are granted either Pre-Acceptance, Conditional Acceptance, Provisional Acceptance or Official Acceptance status.

Upon Pre-Acceptance, Conditional Acceptance, Provisional Acceptance or Official Acceptance, the applications are forwarded to the University’s Enrollment Center, where Enrollment Coordinators support students in their preparations to begin matriculation. Official Acceptance will be granted after the University has received official verification of the applicant's acceptance criteria from their previous institution, and this has verified the applicant's acceptance to UAT.