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The University of Rio Grande Office of Admissions evaluates all applications for admissions for first year undergraduate, transfer, and graduate and professional studies students.
Submitting Your Undergraduate Application
The first step toward your future starts with the submission of your application to attend the University of Rio Grande / Rio Grande Community College. Students wishing to receive consideration are required to submit:
- A completed application: online application, download application, or request a paper copy
- Official high school transcript or GED
- Official transcripts from all colleges/universities attended
- Official results from the American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) is optional for admission
For questions or assistance, please contact:
Step by Step: First Time (Undergrad) Students Application Process
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Submit Nursing Application (Traditional) Available after the start of Fall semester. Due by the first Friday of January every year. (if applicable) |
Submit Special program application (DMS, Radiology, Respiratory) Deadline in April 1st (if applicable) |
Submit final official high school transcript/GED |
Submit ACT scores (if applicable) |
Submit college transcript(s) if any college courses were taken in high school |
File FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov – School Code 003116 |
Applying for Admission to RN & LPN-RN Programs
Traditional RN (Associate Degree Nursing)
LPN-RN Advanced Placement Track (On-Campus and Hybrid)
- Apply for Summer 2022 LPN-RN On-Campus
- The LPN-RN bridge programs are for current licensed practical nurses only.
- Applications will be accepted until all entrance exam seats are filled.
Do not submit more than one nursing program application per academic year (though you may apply for both LPN-RN On-Campus and Hybrid). If information needs to be updated or you wish to inquire about your status, please contact:
Step by Step: LPN-RN Students
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Submit specific LPN-RN Application ((Online – Fall start) or (On-Campus – Summer start)) |
Submit all official college transcript(s) |
Submit final official high school transcript/GED |
Submit college transcript(s) if any college courses were taken in high school |
Submit ACT scores (if applicable) |
File FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov – School Code 003116 |
Submitting Your RN-BSN Application
The first step toward your future starts with the submission of your application to attend the University of Rio Grande / Rio Grande Community College. Students wishing to receive consideration for RN-BSN are required to submit:
- RN-BSN students should apply to the University of Rio Grande.
- RN-BSN students should apply to the Holzer School of Nursing.
- To be eligible applicants must submit evidence of graduation from a State Board of Nursing approved pre-licensure R.N. Associate Degree or diploma program. Please send official transcripts.
- Applicants must present evidence of original, current and valid State of Ohio R.N. license. Students must be licensed in order to register for NUR 30707 (2nd 8 weeks of fall semester) and all subsequent courses.
- Applicants must present evidence of current nursing professional liability insurance coverage.
- Applicants must present evidence of original, current and valid CPR certification card.
- Applicants must provide evidence of completion of all course transfer pre-requisites for admission to the RN-BSN program (official transcripts).
- Applicants must submit completed Confidential Medical History Form to the University Health Services office (a form will mailed to the student separately by the University Health Services office once the student has been accepted into the Nursing program). A Medical History Form will also be submitted to the School of Nursing office.
For questions or assistance, please contact:
Applying for Admission to Allied Health Programs
- Application Deadline: February 1 (each year)
- Prerequisite Courses: High school or college biology, algebra, and chemistry passed with a grade of “C” or higher
- ACT Composite score of 20 or higher for DMS (required of high school graduates within last 5 years)
- RAD requires an ACT composite score of 20 or higher for all applicants.
- RAD Requirement: High school or college physics passed with a grade of “C” or higher
- High school or college GPA of 2.5 or higher
- Current high school and college transcripts attached to applications
- General admission/acceptance status of University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College
- You may apply for more than one program; you would need to fill out each program’s application form. Application forms are listed below.
For questions or assistance, please contact:
Allied Health Program Applications
Application deadline for RAD, RCP, and DMS Programs is February 1, 2022
Step by Step: Allied Health Program Students Application Process
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Submit Special program application (DMS, Radiology, Respiratory) Deadline is February 1st |
Submit final official high school transcript/GED |
Submit ACT scores (if applicable) |
Submit college transcript(s) if any college courses were taken in high school |
File FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov – School Code 003116 |
Transfer Students
Looking for a university with a welcoming environment, a diverse student body, and generous transfer-credit policies? At the University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College, you’ll be in great company. Each year, transfer students make up more than 25% of our entering class.
Student who have attended another college or university can be admitted, providing a transcript of all college or university credits, high school transcript (or GED), along with a completed application, is submitted. Transfer students who have not completed the required English and mathematics courses prior to enrollment at Rio Grande will be required to follow the University placement procedures. Students holding a college degree are not required to submit a high school transcript.
Because of the unique arrangement between the University and Rio Grande Community College, Rio Grande is very transfer friendly toward students graduating or transferring from any of the many community colleges or two-year campuses in the region. Check with the transfer office at your school to see when a Rio representative will be on your campus.
Step by Step: Transfer Students
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Submit Nursing Application (Traditional) Due by the first Friday of January every year |
Submit Special program application (DMS, Radiology, Respiratory) Deadline in April 1st (if applicable) |
Submit final official high school transcript/GED |
Submit all official college transcript(s) |
Submit ACT scores (if applicable) |
File FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov – School Code 003116 |
Transfer Credit Policies
Credit from degree granting institutions: Transfer credit practices, published by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admission Officers, will be used as a guide in the evaluation of transfer credit from degree-granting institutions.
TAGs:
Rio Grande will follow all guidelines as provided by the Ohio Board of Regents regarding Transfer Assurance Guides (TAGs). Because of the specific major requirements, early identification of a student’s intended major is encouraged.
General Education Requirements:
Rio Grande will transfer all work, except failures, as they apply toward the general education requirements.
Military service:
Credit will be awarded on the basis of recommendations provided by the American Council on Education (ACE). Veterans and dependents of veterans are encouraged to finalize credit transfer within the first 30 days of enrollment.
External testing programs:
Credit is awarded for achievement of certain minimum scores on the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), and the Advanced Placement Program.
Major courses:
Transfer work in the area of the major or minor program with a grade of “D” can be transferred only with approval of the appropriate department chairperson.
Grades:
Grades, as recorded on the official transcript from the previous school, will be recorded on the Rio Grande transcript and will be included in the student’s grade point average.
LA 101:
Students will be exempted from taking the Freshman Success class with 20 earned semester hours and 2.0 g.p.a. from another institution.
Associate Degree:
An associate degree earned from a regionally accredited institution will be transferred in total.
Active Duty Military or Armed Forces Veteran
Step by Step: Military
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Submit final official high school transcript/GED |
Submit all official college transcript(s) |
Submit official Joint Services transcript |
File FAFSA at fafsa.ed.gov – School Code 003116 |
Submit Nursing Application (Traditional) Available after the start of Fall semester. Due by the first Friday of January every year. (if applicable) |
Submit Special program application (DMS, Radiology, Respiratory) Deadline in April 1st (if applicable) |
Speak with Veteran’s Office at: 740-245-7357 |
International Students
We will make every effort to make your experience at Rio Grande an enriching one by helping you accumulate knowledge from our vast academic programs, awareness of local and national cultures, and friendships that will last a lifetime. Here at Rio Grande we offer high-quality and high-value education to all students, foreign and domestic. We look forward to reviewing your application materials and having you attend our beautiful campus.
The University of Rio Grande has a rich tradition of educating international students. In addition to the general requirements listed above, international students must also:
- Submit a certification of finances
- Schedule a TOEFL examination.
For questions or assistance, please contact:
Step by Step: International Students
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Submit final official high school transcript |
Submit all official college transcript(s) |
Submit ACT/SAT (if applicable) |
Submit TOEFL/IELTS (if applicable) |
Submit copy of passport |
Submit Certificate of Finances
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Submit Medical History/Immunization Records
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Submitting Your Graduate Application
Master of Education
- A completed application for admission: online application, download (pdf), or request a paper copy.
- An official transcript of credit to be mailed directly to the Graduate Office (Office of Admissions) from an accredited undergraduate college or university of attendance showing completion of Bachelor's Degree (waived if you are a graduate of the Bunce School of Education at the University of Rio Grande).
- A copy of a valid teaching certificate or license from a state with a reciprocity agreement with Ohio.
- Three professional recommendations.
For questions or assistance, please contact:
Step by Step: Graduate Application
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Submit all college transcript(s) |
Submit three (3) letters of recommendation |
Submit proof of Licensure (if applicable) |
Contact Advisor to register for courses |
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