Undergraduate Admissions Requirements

Test-Optional Admission

To make the admissions process as flexible as possible, RMU has waived the requirement for all programs for freshman applicants.

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Self-Reported Admission

Students may be admitted to most majors based on a self-reported GPA provided on the application for admission. Please note, an offer of admission would be subject to change pending confirmation of the student’s GPA on an official high school transcript.

Admissions Requirements

RMU have high aspirations and have chosen to prepare for their future at RMU. We seek students inspired by the promise and expectation of engaged learning — who value professional development, collaboration, service, global awareness, and arts and culture.

Preference for admission is given to students with a cumulative 3.0 GPA or higher. Students may provide a self-reported cumulative GPA to be evaluated for admission for many programs. (see “Program Specific Requirements” below for restrictions). All admitted students must provide a copy of their final high school transcript with cumulative GPA and graduation date confirmed prior to enrolling in classes. An official GED transcript is also acceptable.

Program-Specific Requirements

Certain majors have additional admission criteria listed below. Faculty and department heads regularly consult with admissions to review students who are close to meeting the requirements. Students who meet the minimum criteria for the following majors will be offered full admission directly into their program of choice. Please note, students must submit an official high school transcript to be evaluated for admission to these majors.

Actuarial Science

  • 3.5 GPA
  • B or better in all math courses

Biology

  • 3.2 GPA
  • Strong science background

Biology/Pre-Med

  • 3.5 GPA
  • B or better preferred in all science courses

Computer Science

  • 3.25 GPA
  • B in Trig and Pre-Calculus
  • Strong math and science background

Education

  • 3.0 GPA

Engineering

  • 3.0 GPA
  • B or better in Trig or Pre-Calculus 
  • Strong math and science background

Nursing

  • For nursing students with standardized test scores
    • 3.0 GPA
    • 1080+ SAT or 22+ ACT
    • Earned letter grades of B or better in all math & science courses, including a chemistry w/ lab
  • For nursing students without standardized test scores
    • 3.4 GPA
    • Earned letter grades of B or better in all math & science courses, including a chemistry w/ lab

Statistics & Data Science

  • 3.3 GPA
  • Strong math courses