Fort Hays State University 2023-2024 Admissions: Acceptance Rate, Requirements, Deadlines, Application Process

Fort Hays State University Undergraduate Admissions

The university has 5 colleges and 31 academic departments under which it provides various undergraduate programs. The various programs provided by the university include art, communication studies, English, modern languages, management, business studies, economics, finance etc.

Application: Online
Application fee: $50
Admission Requirements:

• Official transcripts of high school and it should be issued from the school in a sealed envelope and sent directly to the university.
• If the transcripts are not in English then they should be evaluated by any member of NACES.
• Students should complete the international student financial data form and include a certified bank form. The certified bank form should show the ability of the student to pay at least the cost of the first year of the college.
• Minimum GPA required: 2.5 out of 4.0 (80%)
• English language proficiency tests to meet the minimum eligibility requirements.
• Students not fulfilling the minimum requirements of the English language proficiency test can sign the ESL agreement.
• Students can also opt for ESL admissions directly.

Fort Hays State University Graduate Admissions

The university provides many graduate programs under its 5 colleges and 31 departments. The requirements of the graduate programs are different according to the departments. Some of the courses offered by the university include Master of fine arts, Master of Arts in English, Master of Science in counseling, and Master of Science in Psychology etc.

Application: Online
Application fee: $50
Admission Requirements:

• Submit the official transcripts 
• Submit the scores of the entrance examinations 
• Submit the scores of the English language proficiency test.
• Provide financial information form, copy of a passport, etc.
• Examination scores required: GMAT or GRE (depends on program)
• LOR
• Personal statement
• Resume
• Writing sample 

Some of the graduate programs and their specific requirements are provided as follows:

The university takes the admission decision based on the previous academic records, letters of recommendation, additional academic coursework, certificates etc. The students are informed about their application status as soon as a decision is made. Students have to accept or decline the offer as on their workday application portal within 24 to 48 hours after the offer is made. International students can defer their admission upto two semesters.