Application Process

How Do I Apply?

Our application and admission process is as easy as 1, 2, 3. We've outlined the 6 main steps to take you from application to orientation. To find out more details, just click on one of the boxes.

Our process is a little different if you're an international student, military/veteran student, or a former York College student that's wanting to return. But don't worry, we've got you covered:

View admissions process for international, military/veteran, or readmit students.

Complete Your Application

Send in Transcripts & Test Scores

Complete FAFSA Application

Pay Enrollment Deposit & Reserve Housing

Accept your Financial Aid Package

1.	Complete Your Application The first step towards becoming a York College student is filling out an application. Luckily our app is quick, painless and absolutely FREE! Apply Now

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Send in Transcripts & Test Scores

After your application is complete, the next step is to send us your school transcripts and ACT/SAT test scores.

We require an official high school transcript from all undergraduate applicants. If you're a transfer student from another college or university, we'll need an official transcript from all colleges you've attended.

To send us your high school transcripts, simply print out the form below, fill it out, and hand it in to your Guidance Counselor.

Transcript Request Form

We will also need your ACT or SAT test scores. Use the York College school code to make sure they get to us.

ACT Code: 2484
SAT Code: 6984

To be accepted unconditionally, you will need to meet our admission requirements.

Admission Requirements for First Time College Student

To be accepted unconditionally, student must meet these requirements:

Minimum of a 2.0 GPA based on a 4.0 scale
Minimum ACT score of 18 or an SAT score of 940 (970 if you take the SAT after May 1, 2019).
Sub-scores in Math and English below requirement may require assigned level courses

Note: Homeschoolers and those taking the GED must take the ACT or SAT to be considered for acceptance. Passing the GED equals a 2.0 GPA. To be accepted unconditionally, homeschoolers and those taking the GED must meet both GPA and ACT/SAT requirements.

Admission Requirements for Transfer Students

27 earned college credit hours or less:

Proof of high school graduation
Minimum ACT score of 18 or an SAT score of 940 (970 if you take the SAT after May 1, 2019)
Sub-scores in Math and English below requirement may require assigned level courses
Minimum of a 1.6 cumulative GPA from all college transcripts

To be accepted unconditionally, student must meet all three requirements

28-59 earned college credit hours:

Proof of high school graduation
Minimum of a 1.8 cumulative GPA from all college transcripts

To be accepted unconditionally, student must meet both requirements.

60+ earned college credit hours:

Proof of high school graduation
Minimum of a 2.0 cumulative GPA from all college transcripts

To be accepted unconditionally, student must meet both requirements.

3.	Complete FAFSA Application Applying for Federal Financial Aid can seem overwhelming, so we've tried to breakdown the important steps in this process. If you have any questions, please contact the financial aid offices at (402) 363-5625. Find out more about applying for FAFSA

4.

Pay Enrollment Deposit & Reserve Housing

You’ve been accepted and now you’re ready to be a York College Panther! The next step is to pay your $100 enrollment deposit. This deposit is fully refundable until August 1st (or December 21st if you are enrolling in the spring) and will allow you to reserve your housing, register for classes, and get your York College email credentials.

After completing your payment, you'll have the option to complete our housing form. Fill this out and we’ll save you a room at one of our residence halls or campus apartments.

NOTE: Even if you are not living in on-campus housing, the $100 enrollment deposit is required to enroll at York College.

Pay Enrollment Deposit

5.	Accept Your Financial Aid Package After you receive your final financial aid award letters, you will need to accept your financial aid package. Simply sign the forms and return them to York College. York College c/0 Laurie Briggs 1125 E. 8th St. York, NE 68467

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Register for Classes

You're almost a YC Panther...you just need to register for classes. Registration begins on the Friday of Spring Panther Preview Days each April. If you're an accepted student, you will be able to register for classes at that event, but if you can't make it that's okay too. Your admissions counselor will contact you and coordinate your class registration. If you have any questions, please call us at 402-363-5627.