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Student Admissions

Mayville State University welcomes students from diverse backgrounds and identities, all sharing a commitment to academic excellence within our supportive community. Whether you're a local or from afar, we aim to ensure a straightforward application process tailored to your needs.

There is no application deadline; but as we like to say: Now is a good time.  

No matter what type of student you are, we want to make your application process as seamless as possible.

  • First-Year Applicant: A high school graduate or authorized equivalent who has not attended a postsecondary institution after high school graduate. High school students who completed or are enrolled in college coursework or have earned a degree while in high school are considered first-year applicants.
  • Transfer Applicant: A student who has previously attended one or more postsecondary institution following high school graduation.
  • Former Applicant: A former enrolled student who left Mayville State University and plans to return.
  • Non-Degree Applicant: A student whose goal is to take a limited number of course(s) for the purposes of personal or professional enrichment and who have no intent of accumulating credits toward a certificate or degree.
    • Early Entry Applicant: A current high school student who is looking to take course(s) prior to high school graduation.
    • Collaborative Applicant: A student who is earning a degree from Mayville State University, but taking courses at another North Dakota University System (NDUS) institution within the same term for financial aid purposes. 
  • International Applicant: A student who is not a United States citizen and
    • Will be present in the United States on a temporary non-immigrant basis, or
    • Will study online from outside the United States. 
  • Graduate Applicant: A student who has earned a bachelor's degree and is pursuing additional education in a specific program.