Admission Process
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- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA)
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (BSIT)
- Completed UoNA Application for Admission form submitted with the $100 Application Fee (non-refundable) by electronic payment, cashier/bank checks, or money order payable to 鈥淭he University of North America鈥 in US currency.
- Completed UoNA Bachelor鈥檚 Program Education & Career form.
- Copy of a valid government-issued form of identification (a current passport or birth certificate, or government-issued ID, or, for Permanent Residents, a copy of the Green Card).
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Official transcripts from a US high school or document verifying
a US GED, or evaluated, equivalent non-US institution transcript
(minimum credential level).
- Copies of transcripts or high school equivalency documents may be submitted for academic department review during the acceptance process.
- An official transcript issued by the US institution or an evaluated international credential from all institutions which awarded the applicant鈥檚 high school diploma is required prior to students starting classes.
UNDERGRADUATE / BACHELOR鈥橲 PROGRAM APPLICATION
Aligned with the mission of the university, UoNA鈥檚 undergraduate programs are designed for students to attain the essential knowledge and skills necessary to meet today鈥檚 challenges in the areas of business administration and technology. Whether you are applying as a first-year or transfer student, we are here to support you in every step of the admission process.
College of Business and Management
College of Technology
To help you with your application, UoNA鈥檚 Admissions Office provides detailed information 今日看料 the admission requirements and processes.
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Bachelor鈥檚 Degree Program Admission Requirements
To be admitted to a bachelor鈥檚 degree program at UoNA, applicants must submit:
To Transfer Bachelor鈥檚-level Credits to UoNA
At UoNA, we recognize college credits that you have earned from other institutions. UoNA will review your transcripts from other universities and colleges and assess the eligibility of these credits to be transferred toward your bachelor鈥檚 degree.
A minimum of 30 percent (54 quarter-hour credits) of the total required bachelor鈥檚 program 180 quarter-hour credits must be completed at UoNA. The remaining 70 percent (126 quarter- hour credit maximum) may be requested to be earned through a combination of transfer credits, military transfer, or advanced standing that meet the requirements defined by UoNA as published in the catalog, p.121-122 (UoNA Catalog). A capstone course must be taken at UoNA as part of each bachelor鈥檚 program sequence. Transfer credits, military transfer, and advanced standing may not be submitted for any bachelor鈥檚 program capstone.
If you are requesting transfer credits from a non-US institution, the university or college transcripts must be evaluated by an approved external evaluator to determine US equivalency.
Graduate Applicants
- Master of Science in Accounting and Finance (MSAF)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- Master of Science in Educational/Instructional Technology (MSEIT)
- Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS)
- Master of Science in Cyber Security (MSCYS)
- Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT)
- Master of Science in Management and Data Analytics (MSMDA)
- Master of Science in System and Application Engineering (MSSAE)
- Completed UoNA Application for Admission form submitted with the $100 Application Fee (one-time, non-refundable) in U.S. currency by electronic payment online.
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An official academic transcript issued by an accredited U.S.
institution or a certified copy of international credentials
from all institutions which awarded the applicant鈥檚
bachelor's degrees/coursework (minimum credential level) is
required prior to students starting class.
- A copy of an unofficial transcript for an earned bachelor鈥檚 degree from an accredited U.S. institution or documentation of a bachelor鈥檚 degree from a non-U.S. institution may be submitted for the academic department鈥檚 acceptance review.
- UoNA Master鈥檚 Program Education and Career Goals Form.
- Copy of a valid government-issued form of identification, such as a government-issued picture ID, current passport or birth certificate, or Green Card.
- One (1) completed, signed UoNA Recommendation Form from a professional associate or an academic advisor/instructor.
GRADUATE / MASTER鈥橲 PROGRAM APPLICATION
The University offers master鈥檚 degree programs in business and management, and technology, to provide practitioner-oriented education to students from around the world. The programs are offered through the College of Business and Management or College of Technology.
College of Business and Management
College of Technology
UoNA鈥檚 rigorous curriculum helps you fulfill your true passion as you take the next step forward. Our graduate programs are designed to fit your busy life schedule, each program is delivered in a hybrid (blended) format, featuring on-site, online, and hybrid courses.
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Master鈥檚 Program Admissions Checklist To be admitted to a master鈥檚 degree program, all applicants must submit:
OPTIONAL: Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT), Graduate Record Exam (GRE), and English Proficiency test scores are not required for admission; however, an applicant may submit such scores in support of their application.
To Transfer Master-level Credits to UoNA
At UoNA, we recognize college credits that you have earned from other institutions, and your professional experiences. UoNA will review your master-level transcripts from other universities and colleges, professional certifications and experiences, and assess the eligibility of these credits to be transferred toward your master鈥檚 degree.
To Transfer Master-level Credits
A minimum of 58 percent, 31.5 quarter-hour credits of the total required master鈥檚 degree program 54 quarter-hour credits must be completed at UoNA. The remaining 22.5 quarter-hour credit maximum may be requested to be granted through a combination of transfer credits, military transfer, advanced standing, or professional work experience that meet the requirements defined by UoNA as published in the catalog, p.84-85. (UoNA Catalog)
No greater than 30 percent of the combined transfer credits may be awarded for professional work experience. Transfer credits or other experiences may not be submitted for any master鈥檚 program capstone course. A capstone course must be taken at UoNA as part of each master鈥檚 degree program.
If you are requesting transfer credits from a non-US institution, the university or college transcripts must be evaluated by an approved external evaluator to determine US equivalency.
International Students
The University is authorized by Federal Law to issue I-20s to international students admitted to one of its academic programs. An I-20 Shipping and Handling Fee will be required to mail the acceptance letter and I-20 documentation to all international applicants.
International applicants who hold an F1 Visa must submit proof of financial ability per SEVP regulations, including original or notarized copies of documents from the last 90 days at the time of application, which include a Financial Affidavit of Support or financial bank/credit statements.
International applicants who are accepted to UoNA and applying for an F1 Visa or are requesting a Change of Status (COS) may defer enrollment for 1 term at no additional fee. Applicants are required to pay a $100 non-refundable fee each term if applying for a deferral for a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th time. Deferrals cannot be requested for greater than 4 terms. After 4 terms, a new application must be submitted.
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Take the Pearson English Level Test (PTE) on arrival to UoNA
prior to registering for courses.
- If a score of greater than or equal to 鈮 45 is achieved, the student may proceed directly into their selected degree program courses.
- If a score of less than < 45 is achieved, the student will be required to transfer to the ESOL certificate program, and allowed to enter a degree program after the student has demonstrated adequate English proficiency by achieving a scores of 鈮 45. The PTE is administrated at the end of each ESOL course.
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OR during the admissions process, an applicant may have elected
to provide one of the following documents that fulfills the UoNA
English proficiency requirement:
- Documentation of an earned degree in which English is the principle language of instruction from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education or a non-U.S. institution that is recognized by its government鈥檚 higher education authority.
- Verification from a non-U.S. post-secondary institution in which English is the principle language of instruction and evidence that certifies the applicant successfully completed a minimum of two years of study at the institution.
- Acceptable test score from an English proficiency test that is recognized by UoNA: TEST TOEFL-IBT TOEFL Computer Based TOEFL Paper Based iTEP IELTS PTE Acceptable Score 鈮 57 鈮 189 鈮 500 鈮 3.5 鈮 5.5 鈮 45.
International Credentials
English Language Proficiency Policy
All international students are admitted to UoNA based on their potential to successfully complete their selected program. All accepted students whose native language is not English must fulfill one of the following requirements:
ADMISSION FAQs
How do I apply for admission?
Interested applicants may submit an application online at any time (). UoNA is on the quarter system and new enrollees may begin at the start of each quarter: Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall. (UoNA Calendar) On receipt of your application, the admissions office will reach out to you by email to help you complete the process.
How do I submit the required admission documents?
All documents should be submitted to the Office of Admissions admissions@uona.edu,聽or by US mail to the address below. Please ensure that your full name appears on all documents.
Mail to:
The Office of Admissions
University of North America
12750 Fair Lakes Circle
Fairfax, Virginia 22033
United States of America
How can I check the status of my application?
Contacting the Office of Admissions at 571-633-9651, Ext. 202
Emailing us at聽admissions@uona.edu.
When do I get to register for classes?
During the new student orientation session, required orientation sessions are conducted before each quarter's start date.
How much will my program cost?
Please view our tuition and fee page
How can I pay my bill?
You may pay your tuition with your Campus Caf茅 ID OR contact the UoNA accounting office.
For International Student Questions:
You may contact the International Student Office (ISO) Manager: Mr. Culver Fortna, culver.fortna@uona.edu, for guidance.