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Students who are completing their high school education or have recently received their diploma and have not taken college or university courses after high school are considered freshmen.
Complete your application online. You will be prompted to create a GAfutures account if you do not already have one.
Request transcripts through GAfutures or from your counseling office to be sent to Georgia Southwestern. We accept mailed or e-transcripts, such as Parchment, eScrip-Safe, or GAfutures that come directly from the high school. You may bring transcripts to campus in person, as long as they remain in the original, sealed envelope from the school.
Optional - We encourage you to send all scores from all tests taken using SAT Code: 5250 and/or ACT code: 0824. We reassess applications every time updated information is received.
You can review what information is needed and what documents have been received by checking your status online.
We will send a variety of emails to notify you of your acceptance and allow accepted students the opportunity to register early for housing, Storm Registration Days, and other exclusive opportunities.
If you haven't already taken a tour of our beautiful campus, schedule a visit today! Our admissions specialists are happy to welcome you into the hurricane family.
Georgia Southwestern offers all regular, incoming freshman the Promise Scholarship, a guaranteed scholarship to students who meet the criteria outlined below. This scholarship is automatically awarded to students meeting academic requirements upon completion of the GSW Scholarship Application online. Qualified freshmen are also encouraged to consider applying for the President Carter Leadership Program before the February 1st deadline when completing the GSW Scholarship Application.
| Southwestern Promise - Blue Level |
Southwestern Promise - Gold Level |
|---|---|
| $1,000 Academic Scholarship | $1,000 Academic Scholarship $2,000 On-campus Housing Scholarship* |
| 1050 SAT or 20 ACT Composite 3.0 GPA; OR 3.5 GPA |
Minimum 1200 SAT or 25 ACT Composite 3.0 GPA |
Priority for Southwestern Promise will be given to students completing the application by February 1. Students must begin as Regular Beginning Freshmen during the Summer or Fall semesters to be eligible. All students may renew the scholarship for up to 4 years by maintaining a 3.0 GPA and remaining enrolled full-time.
*To receive an on-campus housing scholarship, the student must reside in university-owned housing.
Preferred SAT & ACT Test Scores:
| SAT (GSW Code: 5250) | ACT (GSW Code: 0824) |
|---|---|
| Evidence Based Reading and Writing: 480 | English or Reading: 17 |
| Math: 440 | Math: 17 |
Required High School GPA
Understanding the Required High School Curriculum - Staying on Course Guide
Required Freshman Index
Regular Freshman Admission requires a minimum Freshman Index of 1940.
Freshman Index Formula:
GSW's University College is a special, limited program that includes additional, required opportunities for academic support, peer mentorship, and college success programing. This unique, on-campus program provides students with the tools necessary to earn a future to be proud of. Students seeking admission to GSW's University College should apply for admission and send their official high school transcript to Admissions.
Required High School GPA
Required Freshman Index
Students who have participated in Dual Enrollment while in high school must still follow the Freshman Admissions process which includes submitting official high school transcript and optional SAT/ACT scores. These students are also able to apply for Beginning Freshmen Scholarships and live in the Freshmen Residence Hall.
Dual Enrollment Students are also required to send transcripts from all colleges attended before beginning courses at Georgia Southwestern, even if the college courses are listed on the high school transcript. College credit cannot be awarded from high school transcripts. Failure to submit these transcripts could result in delays in financial aid or registering for classes. It could also result in the retaking of a completed course or completing an extra course not needed for your degree.
Students completing dual enrollment with GSW may move their previous dual enrollment application to a Beginning Freshman by completing this form.
Students completing dual enrollment at other institutions may the Transfer Articulation tool to see what courses should transfer from their current institution.
Students who take Advanced Placement (AP) courses and complete the accompanying AP exams are awarded credit based on the score and course equivalent determined by the appropriate GSW academic department. Freshman applicants should request an official score report from The College Board be sent to our Office of the Registrar. See how your credits will transfer.
GSW awards credit for scores of 5, 6, or 7 on the Higher Level examinations of the International Baccalaureate Program (IB) depending on the course. Freshman applicants should request an official score report from the IB Office be sent to our Office of the Registrar. See how your credits will transfer.
Students from accredited homeschool programs should follow and must meet regular freshman admission criteria.
Students from non-accredited homeschool programs (or non-accredited high schools) must complete the requirements outlined in the Admissions Application Procedures For Home Educated Applicants.
Accredited Homeschool Programs
Graduate from homeschool programs accredited by the following agencies should follow regular freshman admission requirements.
Compare the classes completed at your current or previous institution(s) with the equivalent course at our campus.
Students transferring from Dual Enrollment to Freshman student status at GSW should complete this application.
Remember to check your status online to see when items have been received and what items are still required.
Make sure to complete the following items before you can begin registering for classes:
Remember to check your status online to see when the above information is completed. If you have any questions about GSW or need help with any of the above information, please contact the Office of Admissions.