2012-2013 Undergraduate Catalog.pdf - Kettering University

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transcripts are required to be submitted to the office of admissions for all incoming students. Failure to do so will affect your
ability to register for classes. The application is valid for one year. Students applying to Kettering University, but not enrolling,
will be allowed one full year to request reactivation.
Home School Students
Kettering University welcomes homeschooled students to apply for admission. All applicants have the same requirements and
each application is reviewed individually. Kettering University will place special emphasis on college entrance exams and may
contact the primary educator for additional information.
Application Process for Home School Students
Submit a completed application, standardized test scores from SAT or ACT, and an official transcript. Comprehensive
transcripts developed by home school associations or by the primary teacher are accepted. All transcripts should include: course
name, credit, and final grade for all 9-12 grade courses; graduation date and a signature affirming that the transcript is the official
record of academic studies. If any high school credit was earned in a formal high school setting or college, the applicant must
supply an official copy of the transcript from the respective school. Courses taken online or through correspondence programs
should be similarly documented. For evaluation purposes we encourage clear documentation and explanation of all English,
math, and science courses. Applicants are required to have the equivalent of: three years of English, two years of algebra, one
year of geometry, one semester of trigonometry, and two years of lab science (one must be) chemistry or physics for all degree
programs except the BBA. For BBA, two years of science is required.
The Office of Admissions may request additional information in making an admission decision. Applicants may submit
additional materials to be reviewed with their application such as letter of reference, essays, etc. Please do not submit
photographs, projects, CAD drawings, etc. Note that all materials sent as part of the application become property of Kettering
University and will not be returned to the student. Final transcripts and college transcripts are required to be submitted to the
Office of Admissions for all incoming students. Failure to do so will affect your ability to register for classes.
ADMISSION OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Kettering University welcomes students from foreign countries. International students should apply on-line at
www.kettering.edu. The admission decision is based on the student‘s record of achievement in secondary school or university
studies. International students must present one of the following test results: SAT, ACT, Test of English as a Foreign Language
(TOEFL), or International English Language Testing System (IELTS). TOEFL or IELTS results are required from students
whose native language is not English, or who did not attend school where English was the language of instruction.
Certified copies of transcripts/educational certificates and records with English translations must be filed with the application. A
secondary school/university level grading scale may be requested. International students must also provide a financial plan for
tuition, a personal statement, and two letters of recommendation before a final admission decision can be determined. Kettering
University does offer a limited number of partial scholarships to international students. Payment in full of the total balance due
must be made by 4:00 p.m. third week Friday of each academic term. Students who do not comply with this policy will be
dropped from classes and separated from the university. The separated students’ visa program will be terminated in SEVIS
by fourth week Wednesday.
Immigration Information
F-1 Student Visa Applicants – Admitted international students receive the I-20 form with their official letter of admission. All
international students are required to present the I-20 form when applying for an F-1 Student Visa and again at the port of entry
into the United States. Applicants enrolled at another U.S. institution with an F-1 Student Visa must be released from SEVIS by
their current institution before Kettering University can issue a new I-20 form.
Co-op Employment of International Students
International students are able to secure co-op employment in the U.S., or may obtain co-op employment in their home country.
In addition to providing work experience, the co-op employer must also provide students with a salary during work terms.
International students will be responsible for work term transportation, living expenses and personal expenses.
ADMISSION OF TRANSFER STUDENTS
Kettering University encourages students with prior college experience to seek admission. Students are encouraged to apply online
at www.kettering.edu.
Submit official transcripts from all colleges and universities previously attended. Additional information, such as high school
transcripts or SAT/ACT scores, may be required from students who have completed less than 30 credit hours. A list of courses
in progress and the catalog(s) with course descriptions from each college attended may also be requested. Academic credentials
submitted by transfer applicants must present evidence of high academic performance as required at Kettering University.