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Admissions
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What is a completed application?
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- The application online or paper
- Completed Spiritual Life Essays
- Signed Community Covenant
- Official high school transcript/college transcript for transfer courses
- Official ACT or SAT Scores (ACT Code: 2152 SAT, Code: 6639)
- College transcripts are also required from transfer students or students who have taken post-secondary credits while in high school.
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What is your application deadline?
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We have rolling admissions, which means we will take applications any time. However, students must be accepted by the first day of class. PSEO students must be accepted by July 15th. Please view the PSEO section to read about specific deadlines.
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What ACT/SAT score does Crown require? What score does Crown accept if two or more are sent?
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We require a minimum of 18 composite on the ACT and minimum of 860 combined (Math and verbal) on the SAT for standard acceptance. We take the higher score if two or more are sent.
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What is the minimum GPA required for acceptance?
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A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for standard acceptance. Certain majors may require a higher GPA for acceptance into that department.
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What do you look for in an applicant?
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We are looking for students who have a strong academic record as demonstrated by high school GPA and either the ACT or SAT scores. We also look for students who demonstrate a life of faith, character, and leadership as measured by personal essays. We also weigh student involvements, achievements, and accomplishments in their high school career.
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How long does the acceptance decision take?
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Once we have received all the pieces of your completed application file, it goes through a review process that can take up to 2 weeks.
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Is there an application fee? Can it be waived?
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There is no application fee if you apply before January 1 of your senior year. After that, the fee will be waived if you visit the campus.
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How many students are enrolled at Crown?
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We have a total of 1269 students. Currently 671 are in the undergraduate program and 598 in our School of Online and Graduate Studies.
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When/how do I visit campus?
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We would love to welcome you to campus! Check out what events we have planned on our event page. Otherwise, fill out the visit form and visit during your junior year/fall of your senior year. We look forward to you visiting!
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Is there a room deposit required? How much is it? Is it refundable?
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Yes. Students are required to pay an Admissions Deposit of $150 upon their decision to attend Crown. This deposit is applied to their account. If the student decides not to attend Crown, it is refundable if requested in writing by May 1st of the same year.
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What high school classes does Crown require for acceptance?
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We do not require specific classes; however, we strongly recommend 4 years of English, 3 years of social studies and math.
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Can I attend a class and meet the professor or a coach?
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Yes you can! Click here to sign up for a visit. Click the appropriate box and indicate in your "Additional Notes" box if you have any other information.
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What are the admission requirements for a transfer student?
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The online or paper application, spiritual life essays, community covenant, official high school transcript, and college transcripts, and ACT or SAT scores if transferring fewer than 16 credits within 2 years of high school graduation.
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Is an interview required?
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No. The spiritual life essays meet the requirements of an interview.
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Will Crown honor a home study program or diploma?
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Yes. We will need an official transcript and a cumulative GPA. The transcript should also include a graduation date and signature of the primary educator. Please contact your counselor to determine the best way to submit a homeschool transcript.
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Will Crown accept a GED?
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Yes. Please have the institution that administered your test send us your official scores.
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How can I appeal the admissions decision?
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Students desiring to appeal an admissions decision may direct an appeal, in writing, to the director of admissions. The appeal will be reviewed by the Admissions Council and the Council's decision shall be final. The appeal must be submitted prior to the first day of class for the student's first semester.
Category: Admission
Campus Life
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What is a completed application?
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- The application online or paper
- Completed Spiritual Life Essays
- Signed Community Covenant
- Official high school transcript/college transcript for transfer courses
- Official ACT or SAT Scores (ACT Code: 2152 SAT, Code: 6639)
- College transcripts are also required from transfer students or students who have taken post-secondary credits while in high school.
Category: Admission -
What is your application deadline?
-
We have rolling admissions, which means we will take applications any time. However, students must be accepted by the first day of class. PSEO students must be accepted by July 15th. Please view the PSEO section to read about specific deadlines.
Category: Admission -
What ACT/SAT score does Crown require? What score does Crown accept if two or more are sent?
-
We require a minimum of 18 composite on the ACT and minimum of 860 combined (Math and verbal) on the SAT for standard acceptance. We take the higher score if two or more are sent.
Category: Admission -
What is the minimum GPA required for acceptance?
-
A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for standard acceptance. Certain majors may require a higher GPA for acceptance into that department.
Category: Admission -
What do you look for in an applicant?
-
We are looking for students who have a strong academic record as demonstrated by high school GPA and either the ACT or SAT scores. We also look for students who demonstrate a life of faith, character, and leadership as measured by personal essays. We also weigh student involvements, achievements, and accomplishments in their high school career.
Category: Admission -
How long does the acceptance decision take?
-
Once we have received all the pieces of your completed application file, it goes through a review process that can take up to 2 weeks.
Category: Admission -
Is there an application fee? Can it be waived?
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There is no application fee if you apply before January 1 of your senior year. After that, the fee will be waived if you visit the campus.
Category: Admission -
How many students are enrolled at Crown?
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We have a total of 1269 students. Currently 671 are in the undergraduate program and 598 in our School of Online and Graduate Studies.
Category: Admission -
When/how do I visit campus?
-
We would love to welcome you to campus! Check out what events we have planned on our event page. Otherwise, fill out the visit form and visit during your junior year/fall of your senior year. We look forward to you visiting!
Category: Admission -
Is there a room deposit required? How much is it? Is it refundable?
-
Yes. Students are required to pay an Admissions Deposit of $150 upon their decision to attend Crown. This deposit is applied to their account. If the student decides not to attend Crown, it is refundable if requested in writing by May 1st of the same year.
Category: Admission -
What high school classes does Crown require for acceptance?
-
We do not require specific classes; however, we strongly recommend 4 years of English, 3 years of social studies and math.
Category: Admission -
Can I attend a class and meet the professor or a coach?
-
Yes you can! Click here to sign up for a visit. Click the appropriate box and indicate in your "Additional Notes" box if you have any other information.
Category: Admission -
What are the admission requirements for a transfer student?
-
The online or paper application, spiritual life essays, community covenant, official high school transcript, and college transcripts, and ACT or SAT scores if transferring fewer than 16 credits within 2 years of high school graduation.
Category: Admission -
Is an interview required?
-
No. The spiritual life essays meet the requirements of an interview.
Category: Admission -
Will Crown honor a home study program or diploma?
-
Yes. We will need an official transcript and a cumulative GPA. The transcript should also include a graduation date and signature of the primary educator. Please contact your counselor to determine the best way to submit a homeschool transcript.
Category: Admission -
Will Crown accept a GED?
-
Yes. Please have the institution that administered your test send us your official scores.
Category: Admission -
How can I appeal the admissions decision?
-
Students desiring to appeal an admissions decision may direct an appeal, in writing, to the director of admissions. The appeal will be reviewed by the Admissions Council and the Council's decision shall be final. The appeal must be submitted prior to the first day of class for the student's first semester.
Category: Admission
Academics
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What is a completed application?
-
- The application online or paper
- Completed Spiritual Life Essays
- Signed Community Covenant
- Official high school transcript/college transcript for transfer courses
- Official ACT or SAT Scores (ACT Code: 2152 SAT, Code: 6639)
- College transcripts are also required from transfer students or students who have taken post-secondary credits while in high school.
Category: Admission -
What is your application deadline?
-
We have rolling admissions, which means we will take applications any time. However, students must be accepted by the first day of class. PSEO students must be accepted by July 15th. Please view the PSEO section to read about specific deadlines.
Category: Admission -
What ACT/SAT score does Crown require? What score does Crown accept if two or more are sent?
-
We require a minimum of 18 composite on the ACT and minimum of 860 combined (Math and verbal) on the SAT for standard acceptance. We take the higher score if two or more are sent.
Category: Admission -
What is the minimum GPA required for acceptance?
-
A minimum 2.0 GPA is required for standard acceptance. Certain majors may require a higher GPA for acceptance into that department.
Category: Admission -
What do you look for in an applicant?
-
We are looking for students who have a strong academic record as demonstrated by high school GPA and either the ACT or SAT scores. We also look for students who demonstrate a life of faith, character, and leadership as measured by personal essays. We also weigh student involvements, achievements, and accomplishments in their high school career.
Category: Admission -
How long does the acceptance decision take?
-
Once we have received all the pieces of your completed application file, it goes through a review process that can take up to 2 weeks.
Category: Admission -
Is there an application fee? Can it be waived?
-
There is no application fee if you apply before January 1 of your senior year. After that, the fee will be waived if you visit the campus.
Category: Admission -
How many students are enrolled at Crown?
-
We have a total of 1269 students. Currently 671 are in the undergraduate program and 598 in our School of Online and Graduate Studies.
Category: Admission -
When/how do I visit campus?
-
We would love to welcome you to campus! Check out what events we have planned on our event page. Otherwise, fill out the visit form and visit during your junior year/fall of your senior year. We look forward to you visiting!
Category: Admission -
Is there a room deposit required? How much is it? Is it refundable?
-
Yes. Students are required to pay an Admissions Deposit of $150 upon their decision to attend Crown. This deposit is applied to their account. If the student decides not to attend Crown, it is refundable if requested in writing by May 1st of the same year.
Category: Admission -
What high school classes does Crown require for acceptance?
-
We do not require specific classes; however, we strongly recommend 4 years of English, 3 years of social studies and math.
Category: Admission -
Can I attend a class and meet the professor or a coach?
-
Yes you can! Click here to sign up for a visit. Click the appropriate box and indicate in your "Additional Notes" box if you have any other information.
Category: Admission -
What are the admission requirements for a transfer student?
-
The online or paper application, spiritual life essays, community covenant, official high school transcript, and college transcripts, and ACT or SAT scores if transferring fewer than 16 credits within 2 years of high school graduation.
Category: Admission -
Is an interview required?
-
No. The spiritual life essays meet the requirements of an interview.
Category: Admission -
Will Crown honor a home study program or diploma?
-
Yes. We will need an official transcript and a cumulative GPA. The transcript should also include a graduation date and signature of the primary educator. Please contact your counselor to determine the best way to submit a homeschool transcript.
Category: Admission -
Will Crown accept a GED?
-
Yes. Please have the institution that administered your test send us your official scores.
Category: Admission -
How can I appeal the admissions decision?
-
Students desiring to appeal an admissions decision may direct an appeal, in writing, to the director of admissions. The appeal will be reviewed by the Admissions Council and the Council's decision shall be final. The appeal must be submitted prior to the first day of class for the student's first semester.
Category: Admission