Application Requirements for First-Year Students

Application

Prospective undergraduate students may apply to Royal University directly through our Future Focused Application, Common App, or Coalition Application.

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  • Applicants must submit all official high school transcripts and college transcripts, if applicable. All high school students should request that their current senior year grades and coursework be included on their official transcripts.
  • Applicants may choose to submit a Self-Reported Academic Record (SRAR), but an official transcript will still be required for official admission to the University. Acceptance and any scholarships awarded are contingent upon the successful completion of the high school program and receipt of a final, official high school transcript, which will verify graduation.

Test Scores

  • Submit ALL official SAT and/or ACT scores. Royal University considers your highest section scores across all SAT test dates that you submit.
  • Only the highest section scores will be considered in the admissions decision. The admissions office encourages you to submit your scores each time you take the SAT/ACT.
  • Sending your scores each time you take the SAT can benefit you by allowing us to consider you for all available enrollment-related opportunities.
  • Test-Optional Admission is available for ALL programs.

Test-Optional Admission: If you do not have SAT or ACT scores, or believe your scores do not reflect your academic achievement and ability to be successful at Royal University, you may choose to apply as a Test-Optional candidate. We will consider factors like high school curriculum, academic achievement, demonstrated leadership, extracurricular involvement, and volunteer experience when evaluating your application. Applicants for test-optional admission generally have a minimum 3.0 GPA at the time of enrollment.

Recommendations

One recommendation from an academic source is required for health professions applicants. Recommendations are optional for applicants to other programs. Recommendations must be completed by a teacher or counselor.

You may choose one or both of the following to serve as recommendations:

  • Letter of Recommendation: A standard letter from a teacher or guidance counselor.
  • Recommendation Form: A printable PDF checklist that serves as an alternative to a letter of recommendation.
  • Recommendations must be completed by a teacher or counselor.

Recommendations can be submitted via our application portal, mailed to the Office of Admissions, or emailed to recommendationsFREERoyal.

Personal Essay

  • A Personal Essay is required for health professions applicants and should address the following: Tell us something unique about you, why you chose your specific health field major, and how you expect Royal University to help you achieve your academic, personal, and professional goals. Please include examples of your research, shadowing, or volunteer experiences. An essay is optional for applicants to other programs. Submit your essay via our application portal.

    • Home-Schooled Applicants Home-schooled applicants must meet the following requirements:

    • Submit written verification from the school district stating that the student has been excused from compulsory public education for homeschooling.
    • Submit the results of the SAT or ACT exam.
    • Provide transcripts and the academic curriculum.