Undergraduate Application Process

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Pace University offers students admission based on a variety of factors, such as academics, community involvement, and extracurricular activities. To apply for admission to Pace University, complete the Undergraduate Application for Admission. You may apply online, or download a PDF of the print application. Pace University also accepts the Common Application, which must be completed with a mandatory Pace supplement. Pace admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin. All undergraduate applications must include:

  1. 1. Personal Statement/Essay – A 500-700 word statement consisting solely of the applicant’s original work. Applicants may choose to submit a piece of writing on their subject of choice, or choose from one of the choices listed below: 
     

    • A discussion of a personal, local, or national issue
    • An autobiographical account
    • A representative sample of creative ability
       

    1. 2. High School Transcript of General Equivalency Diploma (GED) – Pace requires that a student’s high school guidance counselor send a copy of his or her high school transcript, or a notarized GED (with test scores) to our Application Processing Center. If an applicant has attended more than one high school, he or she must make sure to obtain transcripts from all schools sent to the Application Processing Center.

    2. 3. Letters of Recommendation – Two letters of recommendation are required, and may be completed by a teacher, guidance counselor, or employer. We recommend choosing someone familiar with the applicant’s academic or professional abilities and experiences. Recommendations must be included with the application, in sealed envelopes (if sent as a paper application).

    3. 4. Standardized Testing Scores – SAT or ACT scores are required for all domestic students. When reviewing test scores, we will take the highest score from each section. We also require international students to submit their scores in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). International students are not required to take the SAT or ACT, but are encouraged to do so, as it will provide eligibility for scholarships. Learn more about these tests by visiting their websites: SAT, ACT, or TOEFL. First-year and transfer students with fewer than 32 completed credits must submit the following: 

      • An official high school transcript (with first semester senior grades, if available) or GED diploma and test scores. 
      • Official SAT or ACT test scores. Applicants who have been out of school for two or more years are not required to submit test scores.

      5. Application Fee – All applications must include a $50, non-refundable application fee. Payment must come in the form of check or credit/debit card payment. You can contact the Office of Admission or your high school guidance counselor if you need financial assistance in paying the application fee.

    4. 6. Transfer Applicants – Complete steps 1-5 as listed above. In addition, send any college transcripts from schools currently or formerly attended, regardless of whether or not transfer credits are expected. If you completed courses at any college or university outside of the United States, course descriptions will be required. Course descriptions should  be about one paragraph in length and translated in English by a reputable organization; they may be mailed or e-mailed.

    5. 7. Nursing or Theater Applicants—Both the nursing and theater programs have special application due dates. All first-year and transfer theater applicants must submit their application by January 15. All first-year nursing applicants must submit their application by February 15.

     
    Requirements for Transfer Nursing Applicants

    Transfer nursing applicants must be a high school graduate with a minimum of 16 academic units including four years of English, three to four years of history/social science, three to four years of college preparatory mathematics, two years of lab science, and two years of foreign language. A High School Equivalency Diploma, with satisfactory scores, will also be accepted. Applicants must submit satisfactory scores from the SAT, a recommendation from a high school counselor and/or teacher, and a personal statement or essay. 
     
    Transfer nursing applicants must meet the following criteria and adhere to the following policies in order to be admitted to the nursing major:
     
    • Clinical placements are limited. Students must possess a minimum cumulative QPA of 2.75 from all prior institutions and have successfully completed all prerequisite courses needed to enroll in NUR 271, NUR 273, and NUR 275, and University 101 (if required);
    • Transfer applicants who have been academically successful in their nursing studies at another institution and wish to transfer to Pace Nursing must provide letters of reference from a nursing faculty member and the dean/director of the schools they attended. These materials must be reviewed by the Department of Undergraduate Studies chairperson and/or associate dean prior to acceptance of the student;
    • Transfer applicants who have failed a nursing course (C+ is considered passing by Pace Nursing) at another institution will not be eligible for admission;
    • Transfer students with 25 or more credits may be eligible to combine the first and second level nursing courses according to advisement by the Department of Undergraduate Studies chairperson;
    • Students admitted to Pace University who enroll in the Lienhard School of Nursing must submit a completed and approved Health Clearance Form, an Illness and Immunization Record, and current Professional Provider CPR certification approximately four weeks prior to the first clinical nursing course as described in the Health Requirements section and in the Lienhard School of Nursing Student Handbook.
       
    Testing Codes

    To have SAT, ACT, or TOEFL scores sent to Pace, use the following codes on your test:

       SAT – Pace New York City (2635), Pace Westchester (2685)
       ACT – Pace New York City (2852), Pace Westchester (2855)
       TOEFL – Pace New York City (2635), Pace Westchester (2685)
     
    Application Checklist:

    If sending the paper application by mail, required materials include:
     
    Printed, completed application
    $50 non-refundable application fee
    Official high school transcripts, notarized GED, and/or college transcripts (sent directly from a guidance counselor, or current/past college or university)
    Personal statement/essay
    Two letters of recommendation, in individually sealed envelopes
    SAT, ACT, or TOEFL scores, sent directly from the appropriate testing organization
     
    If sending the application online, the following materials must be sent separately to our Application Processing Center:
     
    Official high school transcripts, notarized GED, and/or college transcripts (sent directly from a guidance counselor, or current/past college or university)
    Two letters of recommendation, in individually sealed envelopes
    Personal statement/essay
    SAT, ACT, or TOEFL scores, sent directly from the appropriate testing organization
     

    All materials must be sent directly to:
     
    Pace University
    Application Processing Center
    861 Bedford Road
    Pleasantville, NY 10570
    Or faxed to: (914) 773-3851