Freshman / First-Year Applicants

Submit an online application (via Common App, ApplyTexas, or the St. Edward’s application) 

Application fee: typically US$ 50, but may be waived if applying by certain early dates (for example, by January 1) 

High school transcripts showing completed coursework and grades 

Essay / personal statement as part of the application 

Recommendation(s) – academic reference(s) or counselor / teacher recommendations 

Standardized test scores (SAT / ACT) are optional under the university’s test-optional policy for applications from Fall 2021 onward 

English proficiency test (TOEFL, IELTS, Duolingo, etc.) required for international students whose prior education was not in English.  

Transfer Applicants

Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges/universities 

If transferring with less than 30 credit hours, also submit high school transcript 

Minimum GPA requirement: Transfer students are considered with cumulative GPA of at least 2.50 and with at least one recent semester with no grades below “C” 

Essay / personal statement (often required) 

Application fee and possibly standardized test scores if transferring with limited credits.