How do I apply to Georgia Southern University?

Hey friends, I'm interested in Georgia Southern University but wanted more information about their application requirements. Does anyone know what they expect from applicants? Cheers!

Hi there! Georgia Southern University is a great choice, and I'm happy to help you understand their application requirements. The application process is fairly straightforward. Here's an overview of what you'll need:

1. Online Application: Complete Georgia Southern University's online application. You can find this on their official website under the "Admissions" tab. Georgia Southern is also on the Common Application if you prefer to use that platform.

2. Application Fee: Submit a non-refundable application fee of $30. Some students might be eligible for a fee waiver - reach out to your school counselor or to Georgia Southern's admissions office directly if you have any questions about your eligibility. CollegeVine's blog also contains a useful overview of fee waivers in general: https://blog.collegevine.com/the-complete-guide-to-fee-waivers-in-the-college-application-process

3. High School Transcript: Request an official high school transcript to be sent directly to Georgia Southern University's Office of Admissions. Your transcript should include your grades from 9th to 11th grade, as well as your senior year courses, to ensure you're on track to complete the Required High School Curriculum. You'll likely also need to submit a final transcript with your graduation date and senior year grades once available.

4. Standardized Test Scores: As of the 2024-2025 application cycle, Georgia Southern University is test-optional, which means you don't have to submit SAT or ACT scores if you don't want to. However, if you feel your scores can strengthen your application, you can still submit them. If you're unsure whether or not you want to submit your scores and want advice on how to navigate test-optional policies, check out this blog post from CollegeVine: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional/

In addition to these general requirements, some specific programs or majors may have additional requirements, such as auditions, portfolios, or interviews. Be sure to visit Georgia Southern University's official website for detailed information on program-specific requirements, and don't hesitate to reach out to the admissions office directly with any questions you have.

Finally, while Georgia Southern operates using a rolling admissions process, without any hard deadlines, you'll still want to submit your application early, as applying earlier means there will be more spots available in the class, and thus your odds of acceptance will be higher. Do note that if you want to be considered for merit-based scholarships, you'll need to meet the priority deadline, which usually falls around February 1st.

Good luck with your application to Georgia Southern University!