Your future starts here! Applying to Fairmont State University is your first step toward becoming part of the Falcon family. We’re here to help you understand how to apply, what documents to submit, and how to prepare for your first semester. Choose your student type below to view your admission requirements.
You may qualify for regular admission by meeting one of the following options:
You may still have an opportunity to attend Fairmont State! First-year applicants with a high school GPA below 2.5 will be considered for conditional admission without submitting ACT or SAT scores. If you graduated from high school five years or more ago, test scores are not required.
Interested in becoming a nurse? Fairmont State offers two pathways for first-time freshman interested in earning a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Choose the option that best fits your qualifications and goals.
You may qualify for direct admission to the Nursing (BSN) program if you meet both of the following requirements:
Not yet eligible for direct admission to Nursing? Meet the general University admission requirements and be admitted to the Health Professions pathway which offers another route toward your goal of becoming a nurse.
Through this pathway, you can:
After completing the required pathway coursework and meeting the College of Nursing's entry criteria, you may seek placement in the Nursing (BSN) program.
Your goal is still within reach. The Health Professions pathway is designed to help you prepare for nursing coursework and support the potential completion of a BSN degree in four years. Admission to the pathway does not guarantee admission to the Nursing (BSN) program.
Want to prepare for college-level coursework? We highly recommend that you complete the following high school classes. These recommendations are intended to help you build a strong academic foundation; but not required for general University admission.
College transcripts: Provide transcripts from all colleges and universities you've attended. For admission purposes, these transcripts do not need to be official.
High school transcript: Required if you have earned 24 or fewer transferable college credit hours.
Important: Submit transcripts from every college or university you've attended. Missing transcripts may delay your admission decision.
Student-issued (unofficial) transcripts may be used for admission purposes. However, official transcripts are required to complete an official transfer credit evaluation and finalize which credits may transfer toward your Fairmont State degree.
Plan ahead: You will not be eligible to enroll for a second term at Fairmont State until all required official final transcripts have been received. Request your official transcripts early to avoid delays in your transfer credit evaluation or future enrollment.
Note: Not eligible for federal financial aid.
Students wishing to take courses at Fairmont State University while still in high school must meet the following criteria:
Students enrolled at another college or university and will be returning to that institution must have:
Note: All material must be received at least six weeks before the semester start date.
