For acceptance to the Advanced Medical Imaging program, the applicant must:

1. Meet one of the following requirements:
   • Possess an active license or certification in a medical imaging related discipline.
   • Hold an associate degree from an accredited program in a medical imaging related discipline.
   • Be currently enrolled in an associate degree medical imaging related program at a regionally accredited college or university.
2. Have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale in college coursework

Medical imaging related disciplines include radiography, nuclear medicine technology, sonography, magnetic resonance imaging, or radiation therapy.

A portfolio review is required for the Animation program. Contact 260-399-8064 or e-mail [email protected] to set up a review.

Ten incoming first-year students will be chosen for the Assisi Program each year. Admissions decisions are made in view of the whole picture provided through the application process. Students selected for the Assisi Program will be awarded a yearly scholarship to cover half the cost of Room and Board, which can be combined with other sources of financial aid.

Application Requirements:

• High School Transcripts (Typically 3.25 GPA or greater)
• Two References (High School Teacher and Pastor/Parish Leader)
• Personal Narrative Essay
• Interview

The priority deadline to apply to the Assisi Program for Fall 2023 is December 1.

Admission into the Coordinated Program in Dietetics is limited. Applications will be reviewed and recommended by the Review Committee, Department of Exercise Science and Health. The minimum criteria for admission include:

• Academic Record: An overall cumulative grade point average of 3.0 (out of 4.0) or higher is required to apply. Also, a B in all nutrition classes (NTRN 215, 250, 275, 325 and 332) is required. Once accepted, additional grade requirements are specified under the requirements for continuing in the program.
• Pre-Admission Exam: A test covering information related to prerequisite courses is part of the admission process. Scores will be ranked in consideration with grades and other requirements.
• Other Criteria: Each applicant must submit the following: a completed application form, a resume, a formal letter of application, a self-evaluation form, evaluation forms from two references, and official transcripts of all college courses.

The academic performance of any student earning a grade of less than B in any of the courses listed above will necessitate the student repeating the course. A course may not be taken more than twice, and a maximum of two different courses may be repeated for the applicant to be considered for admission to the CPD and continuance in the program, once a student is admitted to the program. If a grade is not corrected to policy requirements upon repeating a course, the student will not be considered for admission or will be withdrawn from the CPD. All cases will be reviewed on an individual basis to determine whether or not the student may proceed with the next course in the academic sequence.

The Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Program has two classifications of students: PreDMS and DMS.
Most often students are accepted into the program as a PreDMS classification. These are students who are working to fulfill the below specified DMS admissions criteria.

To be fully admitted to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, the applicant must:

1. Submit all previous academic transcripts of attempted coursework and upon review:
   • A minimum admissions GPA of 2.70 in high school or on a minimum of 12 college credits.
2. Meet one of the following criteria for admission:
   • Take the Ultrasound Student Assessment (USA) exam with a Combined Score above 0. (A fee is assessed directly from Pegasus Lectures.)
   • SAT exam scores for admission are 1080 or higher.
   • ACT composite score of 19 or higher.
   • Attain a GPA of 3.2 or higher while taking a minimum of 12 semester hours of coursework at USF.
3. Meet one of the following:
   • Graduate from an accredited high school with a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or above. Students who did not graduate from high school must have completed the General Education Development (GED) tests, with a composite score of at least 2,500 and no sub score below 500.
   • Earn 12 or more credit hours, in related college subjects, with a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or above. At least three credits must be from a biological or physical science course with a lab component.
   • Possess an associate or higher-level degree from a regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher.
4. Complete all prerequisite college courses with a grade of C or higher:
   • English Composition
   • Math: Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Trigonometry or higher-level course
   • Physics with a lab/Physical Survey with a lab
   • Anatomy and Physiology I with lab
   • Anatomy and Physiology II with lab

A rubric is used for reviewing each application and scored. A minimum of 5 points is necessary to move from the PreDMS to DMS classification.
0 to 2 points are awarded in the following categories:

• High School GPA: 0, 1, 2
• Aptitude Test Scores: 0, 1, 2
• USF GPA: 0, 1, 2
• College Degree: 0, 1, 2
• Required General Education Course Completion Grade of ‘A’: 0,1,2

Additional options for 1 point each:

• A score of 3.7 or greater on the Ultrasound Student Assessment (USA) exam combined score
• An active healthcare license, examples: Medical Assistant, CNA, EMT
• Military Service
• GPA improvements of 0.5 or more from initial learning experiences to subsequent learning experiences.

There are no limitations on the number of PreDMS or DMS students overall. However, there is limited availability for the DMS Professional Course Sequence.

Earning the DMS classification makes you eligible for the Professional Course Sequence. Each fall semester a cohort of DMS students will begin the Professional Course Sequence. Once the cohort is full, students continuing to apply to DMS will be placed on a cohort waitlist. Students will be notified by the program director when they are placed on the waitlist and when they are placed into a Professional Course Sequence cohort. Movement of students from the waitlist into an earlier class may occur if positions become available. It is mandatory for all students on the waitlist to maintain their USF enrollment to hold their spot for the next available cohort.

About the Ultrasound Student Assessment (USA) Exam

The USA is for designed for students determining their aptitude in the field of Sonography. It is used as a tool for determination if this could be the right career for you. As well, it can be beneficial to your admission into the Diagnostic Medical Sonography (DMS) Program at the University of Saint Francis.

This is an examination of intrinsic skills that are essential for the sonography profession. There is no studying required. There are two categories in the test, physics and clinical. It is 53 questions. A Combined Score from these two categories is used as the Score Evaluation at the University of Saint Francis.

How to Schedule the Ultrasound Student Assessment (USA) Exam

Testing is available Monday-Friday, 10am – 4pm EST and students have two options to schedule the test.

• 1. Call Pegasus Lectures at 972-564-3056, Mon – Friday 10am-6pm EST
  2. Online Link: Pegasus Lectures USA Exam. Select “Yes ($20.00)” for Proctoring and select “Add to cart.”

• Payment in the amount of $70.00 (includes proctoring fee) will be required.
  • USF is a College Partner
  • Student will receive an email from Pegasus Lectures after payment to schedule their exam.

Program Description:

Echocardiography is a specialized discipline of diagnostic medical sonography that pertains to diagnostic imaging of the heart, called an echocardiogram. A student in this certificate program will learn fundamentals of echocardiography, as well as applications, techniques, and pathologies. During this course of study, the student will earn college credit and leave prepared for national credentialing examinations.

Admission Criteria:

The University of Saint Francis accepts a limited number of students each year into this specialized program. Candidates will be considered for admission to the program who are:

1. Active registrants of the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) with a minimum of the Sonographic Physics and Instrumentation (SPI) credential or American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Sonography or Vascular Sonography as evident through submission of certification.
2. Signed Clinical Internship Affiliate Verification Form.
3. Additional Requirements as designated by Clinical Affiliates.

Echocardiography Academy at USF specific requirements:

1. Submission of Official High School Transcript
2. Submission of Official College Transcripts
3. Essay
   1. Minimum 300-word essay answering the following questions:
      1. Why do you want to become an echocardiographer? Provide detail on specific interactions that helped to shape this choice.
      2. What will allow you to be successful in this career? How can you be successful with the impact of going to school, working, family, life and the balances that need to be maintained?
      3. Are you interested in a specific location for clinicals?
         1. Parkview Heart Institute
         2. Lutheran Health Network
         3. Franciscan Health Alliance
         4. Other
         5. No Preference

The determination of acceptance to the Echocardiography certificate program will be made after the individual review of each applicant’s file. Additional information may be requested prior to a decision being made.

Prior to enrollment in the first clinical course, the accepted student must submit proof of a physical exam, required immunizations, and the ability to meet the technical standards required of healthcare students. In addition, proof of certification of cardiopulmonary resuscitation is required and a current Criminal Background History must be completed. Negative information found in the criminal background check could result in the clinical affiliate withholding the clinical internship. If this were to happen, the student cannot complete all aspects of the program and would be dismissed from the program.

Progression Criteria:

Students must maintain good academic standing within the university by maintaining a 2.7 overall GPA, a minimum of 82% in each specific Echocardiography course, and obtain a minimum of 82% in the lab component of each Echocardiography course.

Certificate Completion Requirements:

All students must complete the certificate’s academic plan in full to receive the academic credits and certificate in echocardiography.

A portfolio review is required for the Graphic Design program. Contact 260-399-8064 or e-mail [email protected] to set up a review.

Students in all majors who meet the following qualifications are invited to apply:

• Incoming freshmen must have a GPA of 3.5 or greater or a score of 1,200 on the SAT (Math and verbal) or 26 on the ACT
• Current USF or transfer students must have a GPA of 3.5 or greater

To progress in the Honors Program, students must maintain a GPA of 3.5 or greater

To graduate with Honors Program distinction, students must

• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or greater
• Complete all requirements of the program and the degree requirements of the major

Student applications are evaluated on a criteria-based point matrix using various submitted documents. Some of the documents reviewed are:

• SAT/ACT scores
• High school and college grade point averages (GPA)
• Health related certifications such as certified nursing assistant, emergency medical technician, or others
• TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) score
  • Students will need to register for this test via ATI Testing. There is a cost for the test. Once there, select “Create Account.” Search for “U of St Francis IN.” Once logged in, select “Online Store” in the top corner and navigate to “TEAS Product” and find “Register for the TEAS” and select “Register.” Select “Register Now” and choose the In-Person or Remote Online test option. Select test options for Nursing Students. Should you need help registering, please call ATI at 800-667-7531 or contact Admissions at [email protected] or 260-399-8000.
  • If you have taken the TEAS at another institution or did not opt to send your results to USF, you may email the score report to [email protected].
• Written essay

Transfer credits are evaluated and may be applied toward degree requirements if criteria are met and they are accepted by the University and program. Students may be admitted directly to the program major – even students directly out of high school – if admission and prerequisites are met. Students have different paths to enter the nursing program based on the point matrix. They may be admitted directly to the major (even students directly out of high school) or they may begin their USF education in a pre-nursing or exploratory healthcare major in which they can meet pre-requisites and take courses required in the nursing curriculum before moving to the nursing major.

Student applications are evaluated on a criteria-based point matrix using various submitted documents. Some of the documents reviewed are:

• SAT/ACT scores
• High school and college grade point averages (GPA)
• Health related certifications such as certified nursing assistant, emergency medical technician, or others
• TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) score
  • Students will need to register for this test via ATI Testing. There is a cost for the test. Once there, select “Create Account.” Search for “U of St Francis IN.” Once logged in, select “Online Store” in the top corner and navigate to “TEAS Product” and find “Register for the TEAS” and select “Register.” Select “Register Now” and choose the In-Person or Remote Online test option. Select test options for Nursing Students. Should you need help registering, please call ATI at 800-667-7531 or contact Admissions at [email protected] or 260-399-8000.
  • If you have taken the TEAS at another institution or did not opt to send your results to USF, you may email the score report to [email protected].
• Written essay

Transfer credits are evaluated and may be applied toward degree requirements if criteria are met and they are accepted by the University and program. Students may be admitted directly to the program major – even students directly out of high school – if admission and prerequisites are met. Students have different paths to enter the nursing program based on the point matrix. They may be admitted directly to the major (even students directly out of high school) or they may begin their USF education in a pre-nursing or exploratory healthcare major in which they can meet pre-requisites and take courses required in the nursing curriculum before moving to the nursing major.

Student applications are evaluated on a criteria-based point matrix using various submitted documents. Some of the documents reviewed are:

• Proof of an active, unencumbered LPN license
• LPN program and other college grade point averages (GPA) and course grades
• TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) score
  • Students will need to register for this test via ATI Testing. Once there, select “Create Account”. Search for “U of St Francis”. Should you need help registering, please call 800-667-7531 for assistance.
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Transfer credits are evaluated and may be applied toward degree requirements if criteria are met and they are accepted by the University and program. Students have different paths to enter the nursing program based on the point matrix. They may be admitted directly to the major or they may begin their USF education in a pre-nursing or exploratory healthcare major in which they can meet pre-requisites and take courses required in the nursing curriculum before moving to the nursing major.

A limited number of students are accepted into the academically competitive Physical Therapist Assistant program each year. Applications are accepted and reviewed throughout the year. To be considered for admission, applicants must meet all University of Saint Francis admission requirements, in addition to:

• A high school record that includes a college preparatory curriculum with four years of English, three years of mathematics, two years of social sciences and three years of laboratory science, including one year of physics.
• A high school record with at least one year of high school algebra, chemistry and biology, or its equivalent, with a grade of “C” or better
• Exposure to work in the health care field through observation, volunteer service, or employment
• Knowledge concerning the profession of physical therapy
• Two of the following criteria:
  • High school cumulative GPA of “B” or better (3.0 on a 4.0 scale).
  • The following Test Scores*
    • For tests taken after May 2016: SAT (math and verbal) 1080; ACT composite 19
    • For tests taken before May 2016: SAT (math and verbal) 1000; ACT composite 21
    • For SAT test taken before April 1995: composite score of 800 is required
  • 12 or more credit hours in applicable college subjects with a cumulative GPA of 2.3 or higher; It is strongly suggested that at least three credit hours come from a physical or biological science course.
  • Associate or higher-level degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education
  • 12 credit hours from USF with a GPA of 2.3 or higher in each class; It is strongly suggested that at least three credit hours come from a physical or biological science course.

*The Psychological Services Bureau (PSB) for Health Occupations Aptitude Examination may be substituted for the SAT or ACT. If you take the PSB, the Physical Therapist Assistant Admissions Committee will provide criteria for your results upon request.

Admissions Process & Timeline

In addition to a completed application, transcripts and test scores, candidates must submit:

• Two professional references
• Essay, based on the following prompt:
  Please tell the Physical Therapist Assistant Program Admissions Committee about how you relate to the following statements:
  • Describe your experience with or exposure to physical therapy
  • Explain how you became interested in a career in physical therapy
  • Identify and discuss a current issue affecting physical therapy
• To build their applications, candidates may also submit documentation of three of physical therapy observations. Please follow the instructions on the form.

A rubric is used for reviewing each application and scored. 0 to 3 points are awarded in the following categories:

• High School GPA: 0, 1, 2
• Aptitude Test Scores: 0, 1, 2
• Non-USF GPA 12 credits or >: 0, 1, 2 or USF GPA: 0, 1, 2, 3
• College Degree: 0, 1, 2
• Directed Essay: 0, 1, 2
• Professional references*: 0, 1, 2
• Demonstrates a recent high academic performance compared to prior college or high school performance (cumulative GPA increases by .5 or more for  college vs. high    school GPA or most recent one year of college vs. prior college cumulative GPA)
• Demonstrates consistently high grades in math and science (all grades “B” or above)
• Licensed or certified as a health or health care provider: CNA, paramedic, Dental Hygienist, ATC, or other
• Pursued extensive exposure to physical therapy not associated with personal treatment, college coursework or employment while maintaining good grades (observed at or volunteered in PT setting(s) for three or more visits and has a 2.5 or above cum. GPA) Accompanying family member and observing will be acceptable.
• Active Duty or a history of military service with honorable discharge.

*from employer, teacher, counselor, coach or other professional

The committee works to fill the upcoming cohort with the most qualified applicants. Once the class is filled, remaining qualified applicants will be placed on a Wait List and a position will be held for them in the next class. Movement of applicants from the Wait List into an earlier class may occur if positions become available.

Following acceptance into the program, an applicant will be advised that, in order to secure the position offered in the PTA class, no subsequent required general education credits can be taken until the applicant has begun taking courses at USF.

To be admitted into the Traditional track, it is recommended candidates:

• Rank in the upper half of their high school graduating class
• Have a GPA of at least 2.3 (on a 4.0 scale)
• Have the following test scores: Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) re-centered score of 1,000 or above (Verbal/Critical Reading and Math combined) or an American College Test (ACT) composite score of 21 or above

Standards for admission into the Radiologic Technology program include the following:

Completion of:

• Have three years of high school math with a minimum of two years of algebra or an equivalent college level course in algebra.
• Follow a college preparatory curriculum including four years of English, three years of mathematics, two years of social sciences and three years of laboratory science.
• Submit all previous academic transcripts of attempted coursework and upon review:
• Demonstrates that no course in the required general education has been repeated
  more than once for successful completion in the last two years.
• Displays only one semester of academic credit that is between a 2.0 and 2.7 GPA on a 4.0 scale in the last two years of coursework.
• Meet two of the following
  • Graduate from an accredited high school with a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or above. Students who did not graduate from high school must have completed the General Education Development (GED) tests, with a composite score of at least 2500 and no sub-score below 500.
  • Earn 12 or more credit hours in applicable college subjects, as either a pre-radiologic technology student or a transfer student with a cumulative grade point average of 2.7 or above. At least three credits must be from a biological or physical science course with a lab component.
  • Possess an associate or higher-level degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Meet one of the following Test Scores
    • SAT score of 1000 or higher
    • ACT composite score of 19 or higher
    • Allied Health Programs by ATI TEAS exam with desired scores of: Math: 65% or higher, Reading 65% or higher, English 55% or higher, Science 45% or higher and a total score of 58% or higher.
    • Complete 12 hours of academic coursework at a 3.2 GPA or higher.
• Students who have not taken the SAT or ACT can take the ATI Teas Exam for Allied Health Programs.  A fee is assessed for the standardized testing of applicants and will be paid directly to ATI. Standardized tests may be completed once. Permission will be granted to repeat the exam only one time, for those who do not achieve required scores. Applicant may retake after one month of the initial testing date.
• The determination of acceptance to the Radiologic Technology Program will be made after the individual review of each applicant’s file.  Additional information of the individual applicant may be requested at the committee’s discretion prior to a decision being made.  The Admissions Committee reserves the right to admit a student on a one semester probationary status. Any students enrolled in current semester classes will be admitted conditionally, until receipt of semester grades.
• Eligibility for examination to become certified in radiography requires that the candidate be of good moral character.  Conviction of a misdemeanor or felony may indicate lack of good moral character for the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists’ (ARRT) purposes and for acceptance into a clinical assignment.
• Pre-application review procedures are in place to allow individuals who are not yet enrolled in an educational program to determine if a conviction would interfere with exam eligibility.  Pre-application Review Forms may be requested from the Department of Regulatory Services at the ARRT office.

Standards for admission into the Respiratory Therapy, AAS program include the following:

• The applicant without previous college experience must meet two of the following criteria:
  • Rank in the upper half of the high school graduating class.
  • Have a high school GPA of 2.4 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
  • Earn an SAT score of 1,000 (verbal/critical reading and math combined) or above or an ACT composite score of 21 or higher. For SAT test administrations prior to April 1995, a score of 800 or above is required.
  • Possess a General Educational Development (GED) total score of 2,500, with no sub-score below 500. Prior to 2002, a composite score of at least 50 and no sub-score below 40 is required.
• Applicants who have previously attended an accredited college or university must submit official college transcripts with a GPA of 2.4 or higher on a 4.0 scale in 12 credit hours of academic subjects.
• Previous healthcare experience is helpful, but not required.
• Final consideration for acceptance will be made by the Respiratory Therapy Admissions Committee. Each applicant will be reviewed on an individual basis. Exceptions to the stated requirements may be made at the discretion of the Admissions Committee.
• The accepted student must submit proof of a physical exam, required immunizations and ability to meet technical standards required of healthcare students.  In addition, proof of certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation is required and a current Criminal Background History must be completed.  Negative information found in the criminal background check could result in the affiliating agencies withholding the clinical experience.  If this were to happen, the student cannot complete all aspects of the program and would be dismissed from the program.

Standards for admission into the Respiratory Therapy, BS program include the following:

• The applicant must meet ALL the following criteria:
  • Completion of a CoARC accredited associate degree program in Respiratory Therapy
  • Applicants must submit official college transcripts with a cumulative GPA of 2.4 or higher on a 4.0 scale
  • An active RRT credential issued by the National Board of Respiratory Care
• Final consideration for acceptance will be made by the Respiratory Therapy Admissions Committee. Each applicant will be reviewed on an individual basis. Exceptions to the stated requirements may be made at the discretion of the Admissions Committee.

A portfolio review is required for the Studio Art program. Contact 260-399-8064 or e-mail [email protected] to set up a review.

USF accepts a limited number of applicants to its surgical technology program. It is recommended that applicants have previous college experience in English, math, laboratory science, and the social sciences. Applicants must submit official college transcripts and have a GPA of 2.4 or higher (on a 4.0 scale) in 12 credit hours of academic courses.

Applicants without college experience must meet two of the following criteria:

• Rank in the upper half of high school graduating class
• Have a high school GPA of 2.4 or higher (on a 4.0 scale)
• Earn a Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) score of 1,000 on Verbal/Critical Reading and Math combined or an ACT composite score of 21 or higher.
  If you took the SAT prior to April 1995, a score of 800 is required.
• Possess a General Educational Development (GED) total score of 2,500, with no subscore below 500.
• If you earned your GED prior to 2002, a composite score of at least 50 and no subscore below 40 is required.
• Previous healthcare experience is helpful, but not required.

Applications will be reviewed on an individual basis. Final consideration for acceptance will be made by the Surgical Technology Admissions Committee and exceptions to the stated requirements may be made at the discretion of the committee.

USF’s 3+3 program with Logan University allows students to save a full year off a Doctor of Chiropractic degree: after three years in USF’s Pre-Chiropractic program, students transition to Logan University to complete their bachelor’s and doctoral degrees in 4 years, for a total of seven years instead of eight.Students will matriculate at USF for a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 95 credit hours in coursework from USF and a minimum of 33 hours at Logan. For every subject required by Logan (completed at either institution) no grade below a 2.0 will be accepted for credit. All 3+3 students must have a GPA of 2.75 or greater for the 90 credit hours at USF.

Students are admitted to Logan only as first year Doctor of Chiropractic students. Upon completion of the required coursework, 33 Logan credit hours may be transferred toward the completion of the USF bachelor’s degree.

To be accepted by Logan University, students must:

• Complete the USF Pre-Chiropractic program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher and meet all criteria for admission, including core competencies described in the Council on Chiropractic Education’s “Doctor of Chiropractic Program Requirements for Institutional Standards.”
• Students with a GPA between 2.75 and 3.0 may be eligible for admission to Logan at the discretion of the vice president for enrollment management
• Candidates must complete an application for admission (the fee is waived) to Logan six months to a year in advance and must complete all required application material including:
  • Professional reference
  • Chiropractor’s letter of recommendation
  • Satisfactory interview

The University of Saint Francis has entered into articulation agreements with three law schools in the Midwest: University of St. Thomas School of Law, University of Dayton School of Law, and Capital University Law School. The primary goal of these agreements is to create a seamless progression of academic degrees from the undergraduate to the professional level.USF and its partner law schools recognize that certain students have the capacity and readiness to complete their undergraduate education and their legal training in less than the normally required seven years of study.

USF and its partners desire to encourage these students by providing an opportunity for them to accelerate their course of study. Participating students can earn a bachelor of arts degree in Political Science – Pre-Law and a juris doctor degree in six years of full-time study, thus saving them a year of tuition costs and allowing them to advance more quickly in their education and professional career.

At Dayton there is an additional option: a student’s law school classes may begin with a “summer start” and, so long as a satisfactory GPA is maintained, proceed continuously—that is, through the following summer—so that JD courses can be completed in approximately 24 months, for a total of five years of study. (Alternatively, a student may opt to begin in the fall term and complete the JD courses in approximately 33 months, for a total of six years of study.)

USF will accept as transfer credits applicable to the bachelor’s degree up to 30 credit hours of coursework taken during the student’s first year of law school. The student is responsible for completing all of USF’s requirements for the awarding of the undergraduate degree. The student must also satisfy all requirements for admission to the law school that he or she wishes to enroll in.

Each year, Manchester University reserves four seats for qualified USF students in its on-campus Master of Science in Pharmacogenomics program. Candidates must have:

• A bachelor’s degree (in chemistry, biology medical technician, etc.) OR a professional degree (physician assistant, e.g.,) OR a master of arts/science degree in an appropriate field.
• 3.0 minimum cumulative GPA with a 2.7 GPA in the sciences

To apply, candidates must submit an application to Manchester University M.S. in Pharmacogenomics program.

USF’s agreement with Marian University offers students two options for expedited admission to Marian’s College of Osteopathic Medicine:

1. The Early Acceptance Track guarantees an admission interview in September of the student’s senior year and a final decision by September 30. Terms and qualifications include:
   • Minimum total GPA of 3.70 with a minimum science GPA of 3.50
   • Minimum MCAT score of 28 or 505, with a minimum biology score of 10 or 127
   • Acceptance is contingent upon maintain grades and completing pre-medicine requirements.
2. The Guaranteed Interview Track offers an admission interview the October of the student’s senior year and a decision within one week. Terms and qualifications include:
   • Minimum total GPA of 3.30 with minimum science GPA of 3.30
   • Minimum MCAT score of 24 or 498, with a minimum biology score of 8 or 124
   • Acceptance is contingent upon maintaining grades and completing pre-medicine requirements.

Manchester University (MU) now has an articulation agreement with the University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, Ind. This agreement states that Manchester University will reserve two seats in each annual cohort of students entering its Doctor of Pharmacy program for qualified students of the University of Saint Francis (USF). Qualified students must complete the application process for admission to Manchester University’s Doctor of Pharmacy program according to the established deadlines.One advantage to applying to Manchester University compared to other pharmacy programs is that the PCAT is not required. For more information, please contact Dr. Andrea Geyer, Chair of the Chemistry Department.

To Apply

In order to be considered for admission to MU’s Pharmacy Program through the articulation agreement, candidates must complete the following steps:

• Apply by the PharmCAS application deadline (early March) of the applicant’s final year of undergraduate coursework at USF.
  Applications must be submitted through PharmCAS
• Each of the established prerequisite courses required by the program must be completed with a C letter grade or better by a date in the summer prior to the start date of that following academic year (date is determined each admission cycle).
• Have a 3.3 minimum cumulative GPA
• Complete the Manchester University Pharmacy Program interview process successfully.
• Qualified USF applicants will be evaluated based on their applications and interview results. If offered a seat in the program, USF students must submit a $300 seat deposit and complete a set of requirements upon matriculation into the program. If a deposit isn’t received by a predetermined deadline, an offer will be made to the next eligible applicant.

For questions, please contact the Office of Student and Alumni Experience at [email protected] or at 260-470-2703.

This program provides guaranteed acceptance into Midwestern’s College of Pharmacy for a
Pharm.D. degree. Students accepted into this program complete two years of core science
courses at USF before transitioning to Midwestern to complete their doctoral degree.
Applications are due February 15; Candidates must apply during their senior year of high school
and submit the following:

• A completed application
• A non-refundable, non-waivable application fee of $25, payable to Midwestern University-CCP
• Two completed and properly sealed letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts from each high school attended, including grades from first half of senior year
• Copy of Official ACT or SAT score report, along with a copy of the Exam report that includes a writing component score
• A personal statement (to be submitted with application): Please respond to the following questions (one page per question).
  • Please explain why you are interested in a career in pharmacy.
  • In your own opinion, describe the concept of professionalism.
  • What are you plans if you are not accepted into the Dual Acceptance Program?

Mail Transcripts & Letters of Recommendation to:

Undergraduate Admissions Office
University of Saint Francis
2701 Spring St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46808

Students in can apply for dual acceptance into Midwestern’s Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Enroll in a baccalaureate program at USF (Health/Exercise Science)
• Complete a Dual Acceptance Program Application of Intent no later than October 1 of the junior year at USF. Midwestern University would appreciate earlier completion and submission of the form in order to plan for anticipated enrollment of USF students.
• Complete all MWU PT pre-requisite coursework and obtain a bachelor’s degree at USF (a grade of “C” or better is required in all pre-requisite courses). The bachelor’s degree must be completed before the start of the academic year of the MWU PTP.
• Earn and maintain a 3.1 cumulative GPA and 2.8 Science GPA (on a 4.0 scale)
• Complete the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) by August 30th of the senior year and submit scores to Midwestern University.
• Submit an application to the MWU PT Program through the Physical Therapy Centralized Application Service (PTCAS) by October 1, of the senior year of undergraduate studies at USF (application fee required).
• Successfully complete an interview within six months of the DAP application date. The interview day will include meeting with faculty and admissions staff and information on the PTP curriculum, financial aid and campus facilities will be included.
• Meet additional admission requirements as identified by MWUPT Program, including but not limited to requirements for technical standards, CPR and First Aid certification, and a satisfactory criminal background check.
• Sign and submit to MWUPTP, the official matriculation agreement, with standard deposit, within two weeks of receipt of the matriculation agreement. Please note this is the one and only fee associated with the dual acceptance process. It confirms your commitment to matriculate at MWU.

Trine University holds two seats (per class) for USF students in its Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Have a baccalaureate degree from USF prior to entering Trine (Health/Exercise Science)
• Completed the following prerequisite courses with no grade lower than a C
  • Two courses in biology (excluding botany and zoology)
  • Two courses in general chemistry with las
  • One course in human anatomy with lab
  • One course in human physiology with lab
  • Two courses in general physics with lab
  • One course in psychology
  • One course in statistics
• Have a 3.4 minimum overall GPA
• Submit a completed application for the Trine DPT program including all required documentation as indicated on the DPT program application web page
• Submit articulation program application to Trine and USF by October 1

Qualified applicants will be ranked first according to their overall GPA, then by their GPA for the prerequisite courses listed above. Letters offering admission to the DPT program will be sent by Trine to the two highest ranked applicants no later than October 15

This program provides guaranteed acceptance into Midwestern’s College of Pharmacy for a Pharm.D. degree. Students accepted into this program complete two years of core science courses at USF before transitioning to Midwestern to complete their doctoral degree.Applications are due February 15; Candidates must apply during their senior year of high school and submit the following:

• A completed application
• A non-refundable, non-waivable application fee of $25, payable to Midwestern University-CCP
• Two completed and properly sealed letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts from each high school attended, including grades from first half of senior year
• Copy of Official ACT or SAT score report, along with a copy of the Exam report that includes a writing component score
• A personal statement (to be submitted with application): Please respond to the following questions (one page per question).
  • Please explain why you are interested in a career in pharmacy.
  • In your own opinion, describe the concept of professionalism.
  • What are you plans if you are not accepted into the Dual Acceptance Program?

Mail Transcripts & Letters of Recommendation to:

Undergraduate Admissions Office
University of Saint Francis
2701 Spring St.
Fort Wayne, IN 46808