FIRST-YEAR STUDENT | 2.0-2.79 GPA

Earned Admission

 

We Want You at USU

Not only do we want to welcome you to Utah State, we also want to help you succeed as an Aggie. Please take time to review your next steps which will help qualify you for admission and ensure you’re prepared for academic life at Utah State.

What Is Earned Admission

If your high school GPA is between a 2.0-2.79, our Earned Admission pathway can help you qualify for admission to Utah State.

With our Earned Admission path, you complete an online, self-paced Preparing for College Workshop prior to being admitted and registering for your USU classes. In this workshop you will learn about what USU calls “habits of mind.” You will also learn about some of the specific habits of mind such as growth mindset, accountability, balance, and help-seeking. You will identify your own strengths and challenges and identify some of the people, services, and programs available at USU to help you be a successful USU student.

During the workshop, you will learn from Aggie Advocates. These Aggie Advocates work specifically with students on the Earned Admission pathway. They are a valuable service to you Upon completion of the workshop, you will have earned admission to USU in good standing. You are strongly encouraged to meet with an Aggie Advocate. Your Aggie Advocate will help you refine your success plan which should include taking USU 1010: University Connections and completing at least two credits of Habits of Mind courses your first semester.

There is no cost to the Preparing for College Workshop or to meet with an Aggie Advocate. The workshop takes approximately two hours to complete and must be completed prior to confirming your enrollment, signing an on-campus housing contract, starting new student orientation, and registering for classes. A meeting with your Aggie Advocate is typically 30-45 minutes. It is most impactful if you can attend in person but there are also Zoom appointments available for those who do not live within 100 miles of Logan.

The Preparing for College Workshop must be completed by the deadline for the semester you plan to enroll at USU. If you are not able to complete the workshop by the completion deadline, you can request to move your admission to the next available term. Please plan accordingly and begin as soon as possible.

What Is Earned Admission

If your high school GPA is between a 2.0-2.79, our Earned Admission pathway can help you qualify for admission to Utah State. Learn more

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Your Next Steps

  1. Apply for admission to USU (if you haven't already done so).
  2. Read the full terms & conditions for the Earned Admission pathway.
  3. Complete the Preparing for College Workshop as soon as possible to ensure the best USU class selection. The workshop is free and takes approximately 2 hours to complete. 
    1. Create your USU password. Your USU password requires you to know your A-Number and is used to log in to most USU systems. 
    2. Register for workshop.
    3. Access workshop (after registering).
  4. Once you’ve completed the required workshop and are admitted to USU, visit our What's Next website for more information about confirming your enrollment, signing an on-campus housing contract, starting orientation, and registering for USU classes.
  5. Meet with and Aggie Advocate, take Connections and complete two credits of Habits of Mind your first semester.

Deadlines & Timeline

Start today – While you can complete the Preparing for College Workshop at your own pace, you will want to complete the workshop early to ensure the best USU class selection. Also, keep the following deadlines in mind to avoid having to adjust your admission term to a later semester.

Deadlines Summer Fall     Spring
Priority Deadline - Complete the Preparing for College Workshop FEB 5 FEB 5 OCT 14
Final Deadline - Begin the Preparing for College Workshop APR 15 JUL 15 NOV 15
Final Deadline - Complete the Preparing for College Workshop MAY 1 AUG 1 DEC 1

Benefits

  • Qualify for Admission — Upon completion of the workshop, you will be admitted in good standing to a four-year program at USU.
  • Develop Skills — Identify your own strengths and challenges as it relates to college success.
  • Receive Support — You will work with an Aggie Advocate who will help you identify and register for USU classes.
  • USU Class Registration — You will be able to complete orientation and register for USU classes on time, with your class (after completing the workshop).
  • Student Life — You can sign a contract for on-campus housing after completing the workshop, so you’re ready to live on campus your first semester and experience Aggie life. Make sure to sign up early to get a spot.
  • Optional Courses — You also have access to optional study skills, English, and math prep classes to further set you up for success.

Terms and Conditions

Please note that by accepting this Earned Admission pathway you are agreeing to the following:

  • I understand that I am admitted to Utah State University only after completing the Preparing for College Workshop by the deadline. Only admitted students can pay the enrollment deposit, sign an on-campus housing contract, begin orientation, and register for classes.
  • I understand that I need to complete the Preparing for College Workshop by the posted deadline for the semester I wish to enroll.
  • I understand that I can work with USU to change my admission offer to the next available semester if needed.

Eligibility Requirements

To participate in the Earned Admission path students must:

  • Have a cumulative high school GPA between a 2.0-2.79
  • Be a domestic U.S. student (International students are currently not eligible for this path)
  • Be an incoming first-year or transfer student with less than 24 post-high school credits
  • Have applied for admission to USU within the past year (Apply at applynow.usu.edu)
  • Receive a formal offer from the Admissions Office to participate in the Earned Admission path

Contact Information

For more information, please contact the Admission Office at 435-797-1079 or admit@usu.edu.

For detailed information about the Earned Admission pathway, schedule a meeting to talk with your assigned admissions specialist.

Program FAQ

The Earned Admission path is for students with a 2.0-2.79 high school GPA. In addition, students must meet the following eligibility requirements
  • Be a Domestic U.S. Student. (International Students are currently not eligible for this path.) 
  • Be an incoming first-time freshman or a transfer student with less than 24 post high school credits.
  • Have applied for Admission to USU within the past year. (Please apply at applynow.usu.edu.)
  • Have received a formal offer from the Admissions Office to participate in the Earned Admission path. (While lower high school grades will not disqualify a student from being considered for the Earned Admission path, applicants are still required to demonstrate that they meet all non-academic university admissions requirements such as meeting the university’s English proficiency requirement and demonstrating that they can behaviorally be a good citizen at USU.) 

No. There is no cost to take the Preparing for College Workshop.

No credit is given for the Preparing for College Workshop.

No. You will take the Preparing for College Workshop prior to being admitted to Utah State University, so you are not considered to be an enrolled (or matriculated) student while you take this workshop. 

No. USU on-campus housing is limited to admitted students. Housing is filled on a first-come, first-served basis, so we encourage you to complete the Preparing for College Workshop as soon as possible.

Since you are not an admitted student at Utah State University until you successfully complete the Preparing for College Workshop and begin your starting semester, you are not able to live in on-campus housing or use various student services that are available to enrolled students while you are taking your Preparing for College Workshop.

If you need a little more time to complete your workshop, you can request to have your admission moved to the following semester. 

Yes! You will be admitted in good standing to a four-year program upon completion of the workshop. Once you begin classes you will be like any other student at the university. It is important to note that all students enrolled at USU follow the same “academic standing” policies. Continued undergraduate enrollment at Utah State University is dependent upon a student maintaining satisfactory academic progress toward attaining a degree.

The Earned Admission path is for first-year students. It is typically NOT available for transfer students and returning USU students, although exceptions may be made on a case-by-case basis as determined by the Admission Committee. Prior approval from the Admissions Office is required of all participants.

After you apply and are offered the Earned Admission pathway, you will be sent an email with the Preparing for College Workshop registration information.

Upon completion of the workshop, you will be admitted in good standing to Utah State University.

Most students can be admitted to their chosen major after completing the Earned Admission path. Some departments such as those within Engineering, Physics, and others have requirements above basic university requirements. For those majors, you will be placed in Undeclared/Exploratory and can work with an advisor to discuss admission requirements and work toward possible admission to your desired major at a later time.

Yes, the Preparing for College Workshop must be completed by the deadline for the semester you plan to enroll at USU. If you are not able to complete the workshop by the completion deadline, you can request to move your admission to the next available term.

Contact the Admission Office at 435-797-1079 or admit@usu.edu to request to move your admissions to the next available term.

No. You will receive a USU email account when you register for your first credit-bearing course at USU.

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