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UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS


The Office of Admissions attracts, informs, and evaluates all prospective undergraduate students looking to pursue higher education at Hilbert College. The Hilbert College On-Ground Programs Admissions Office is located on the lower level of Franciscan Hall where the staff provides necessary information, resources, and opportunities for prospective students to learn more about the options available at Hilbert College. The Hilbert College Global Admissions Office for students interested in online programs is located in Bogel Hall.

Applications for admission are accepted on a rolling basis, until capacity is reached. Students are encouraged to apply early in order to be considered for the most optimal financial aid package, program placement and housing assignment.

In all cases, applicants are considered for admission without regard to their age, race, creed, sex, ethnic background, or physical handicap.

The College seeks to make all programs and services available to all students within the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1988, and the Civil Rights Act of 1991.

Hilbert College reserves the right to withdraw an offer of admission under various conditions including if an admitted student engages in behavior that brings into question his or her honesty, maturity, or moral character.

The Office of Admissions at Hilbert College also abides by the National Association for College Admissions’ (NACAC) Guide to Ethical Practice in College Admission.

UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS


Complete the application for admission carefully and completely. The Undergraduate Admissions application is accessible on the Hilbert College website.

All official transcripts should be mailed to:

Office of Admissions
Hilbert College
5200 South Park Avenue
Hamburg, New York 14075-1597

This would include transcripts from high school, General Education Diploma or test scores, previously attended colleges and universities, Military, and pre college programs (Advance Placement Exam and College Level Examination Program). Official copies may also be emailed to admissions@hilbert.edu directly from the sending institution.

Applicants for admission must possess, or be candidates for, a high school diploma, or must have received satisfactory scores on a high school equivalency examination. Applicants must demonstrate a minimum cumulative grade point average of 80/100 or 2.0/4.0. Candidates who do not meet this criteria will be considered for opportunity program or conditional admission prior to official denial from the institution. Additional application materials, such as an essay may be required as part of the opportunity program or conditional admission review process.

Students can choose to submit the following information to potentially support or enhance their candidacy for admission:

  • Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) scores (College Code: 2334)

  • American College Testing Program (ACT) sores (College Code: 2759)

  • Student Essay

  • Letter(s) of Recommendation

Admission decisions, along with merit based scholarship decisions are rendered on a rolling basis, and are delivered by mail or email. Verbal or text message admissions are considered unofficial.

FIRST TIME COLLEGE STUDENTS


Admission for first time college students is based upon past academic performance, rigor of course selection, demonstrated scholastic ability, and personal characteristics. Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) are not mandatory for admission.

A student is considered a first-time college applicant when the Office of Admissions has received a completed application and an official copy of the student’s high school transcripts and/or official college transcripts reflecting 12 or fewer credits. Students are still considered first time college applicants even if more than 12 credits were earned while still enrolled in high school.

TRANSFER STUDENTS


A student is considered a transfer when they have earned ≥12 transferrable credits from an accredited college/university after high school graduation. These students will be considered for admission based upon their performance at the college level. Students who have earned less than 12 transferrable college credits will have their admission decision based upon past academic performance and evaluation of final high school transcripts.

In order for an admission decision to be made, transfer students must submit all official transcripts from previously attended colleges and universities to the Office of Admissions. Pre-college credits earned in high school, Advanced Placement and/or International Baccalaureate credits may be submitted after a transfer admission decision has been rendered. Departmental representatives will evaluate all transcripts and additional submitted documents.

Students considering application into Hilbert College from another institution may have their credits unofficially evaluated before they transfer into one of Hilbert’s degree- granting programs, upon request. Additionally, students who were academically dismissed from another college are eligible for transfer admission consideration, following an enrollment lapse of one semester.

READMIT STUDENTS


A student who attended Hilbert previously is considered a readmit applicant if two academic semesters have passed since the last date of attendance. If a previous Hilbert student has matriculated at another institution after departure, a designation of transfer student is assigned. Academic Department representatives reserve the right to accept a readmit student on the curriculum that they see fit, so long as it meets the provisions outlined in the Time Limit for Completing Degree policy. Readmit students are not guaranteed to be accepted under their previous academic plans.

Merit scholarships are awarded to re-admit students based upon the discretion of the Director of Admissions in consultation with Director of Financial Aid. Prior merit scholarships awarded upon first time admission to Hilbert are not guaranteed.

Applicants seeking re-admission to the college must be cleared of any registration holds whether financial, disciplinary, or academic.

HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS


Home-schooled applicants must submit proof of graduation requirements met by an accredited school district or General Education Diploma prior to enrollment.