Undergraduate Admissions

Programs begin three times each year, with start dates scheduled in January, May and August. Bachelor's programs run on a year-round basis, completing in approximately 20 to 22 months. However, classes may be delayed to the next term if there is insufficient enrollment in a particular program and/or location. Ideal cohort size is 8-15 students. ASAP students are often considered full time for financial aid purposes.

Admissions Criteria

1. Completion of 60 or more transferable credits from accredited college or post-secondary programs. Applicants with fewer than 60 credits should review procedures for conditional admission status
2. Age 25 or older, except nursing.
3. Cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
4. Completion of an enrollment interview
5. Submission of appropriate admissions documents and application fee

Additional requirements for Nursing RN to B.S. program

1. Cumulative grade point average of  2.5 on a 4.0 scale
2. Hold a current license to practice as an RN in New York State 
3. Be employed in a nursing position for at least 20 hours per week for the duration of the program
4. Complete prerequisite requirements

Additional requirement for B.S. program in Social Work

1. Be employed in the Human Services field in a direct care situation for minimum of 20 hours per week and will be required to verify their employment status at the beginning of COM 320
2. Complete prerequisite requirements

Application Process 

Candidates are encouraged to apply early in order facilitate the planning process for both student and Keuka College. Application deadline is the first day of the month in which classes are scheduled to start. For example, applications are due on August 1 for classes beginning in August. Late applications will be considered based on cohort enrollment.

• Complete the ASAP Application for Admission form and send to: Keuka College Center for Professional Studies, One Keuka Business Park, Penn Yan, NY 14527.
• Send a transcript request form to each educational institution previously attended. Be sure to check with the registrar’s office of each institution for the cost of their transcript fee. After transcripts have been received and evaluated by the Keuka College registrar's office, candidates will receive an “Evaluation of Transfer Credit” by mail.
• Apply for financial aid (if applicable). This should be completed at the time of application. Failure to apply on a timely basis may delay the financial aid award and start of program.

Registration and Startup

• Upon acceptance to the program, candidates will be mailed a registration form, which must be signed and returned prior to attending orientation.
• Orientation will take place in two parts: Part I is completed online and Part II takes place at the Keuka College campus in Keuka Park on a date determined prior to the start of each term.

Conditional Acceptance

• Students with fewer than 60 credits may apply to either the criminal justice systems, organizational management, social work or nursing programs. Acceptance is based on completion and submission of an educational plan that details how and when additional coursework will be completed. Applicants are required to meet and/or discuss the details of this plan with the enrollment coordinator.
• Additional coursework required for conditional acceptance is in addition to the course curriculum. Applicants recognize there are additional costs and time commitments required for these courses.
• Other considerations that may be evaluated include writing skills, work history, and evaluation of transfer credit.