Apply Guide: Non-Degree Seeking Student

Apply Guide: Non-Degree Seeking

How to Apply to Main Campus as a Non-Degree Seeking Student

 

Non-Degree Seeking students are defined as students who are not seeking a degree from the University of Arizona.

This includes exchange students and CESL University Track participants.

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When You Should Apply

Fall Semester Application Dates

Fall Semester begins in August.

  • Application opens: August 1, one year prior to the start of the term.
  • Application deadline: May 1

Spring Semester Application Dates 

Spring Semester begins in January.

  • Application opens: April 1, nine months prior to the start of the term.
  • Application deadline: November 1 

Please note: If any of the above deadlines fall on a Saturday or Sunday, applications will be accepted through the following Monday.

What You Need to Provide

  • Application form
    • You can apply for non-degree seeking admission using our Future Wildcat Application Portal.
  • $85 Application fee
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
    •  If your primary language is not English or you attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, you will be required to provide proof of English Proficiency. 

What to Expect

  • The online application takes 30-45 minutes to complete.
  • Within two days of submitting your application, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to check your application status online using the Future Wildcat portal.
  • At least once a week be sure to check the email account you used to apply for updates about your admission status, which may require you to take some action. 
  • Once your application is complete, you’ll typically be notified of your admission decision within 2 weeks.
  • Admission decisions are announced by email.
  • Be sure to check your email regularly after you’ve been admitted, so you can take the next steps for enrollment. Responding to requests in a timely manner will facilitate your smooth transition into courses at the University of Arizona.
When You Should Apply

Fall Semester Application Dates (Fall Semester begins in August)

  • This application opens July 1, thirteen months prior to the start of the term.
  • Application files completed by May 1 receive full consideration for admission.

Spring Semester Application Dates (Spring Semester begins in January)

  • This application opens April 1, nine months prior to the start of the term.
  • Application files completed by November 1 receive full consideration for admission.
What You Need to Provide
  • Application form
    • You can apply for non-degree seeking admission using our Future Wildcat Application Portal.
  • $85 Application fee
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of English Proficiency
    • If your primary language is not English or you attended school in a non-English speaking country, regardless of citizenship, you will be required to provide proof of English Proficiency.
What to Expect
  • The online application takes 30-45 minutes to complete.
  • Within two days of submitting your application, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to check your application status online using the Future Wildcat portal.
  • At least once a week be sure to check the email account you used to apply for updates about your admission status, which may require you to take some action.
  • Once your application is complete, you’ll typically be notified of your admission decision within 2 weeks.
  • Admission decisions are announced by email.
  • Be sure to check your email regularly after you’ve been admitted, so you can take the next steps for enrollment. Responding to requests in a timely manner will facilitate your smooth transition into courses at the University of Arizona.

Apply Now