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万博体育 College & Seminary
Admissions Office
33 Prospect Hill Road
Cromwell, CT 06416
Admissions Phone :
860-632-3000
Admissions Email:
[email protected]
Welcome Personal Interest Students
万博体育 College and Seminary is thrilled that you are interested in joining our academic community as a Personal Interest student.
- Is there a course that interests you and that you want to enroll in it?
- Are you a student or seminarian at another college and want to fulfill a degree requirement by enrolling for a specific class at 万博体育 and transferring it back?
- Do you need to fulfill a pre-requisite course for another program?
- Are you interested in trying a class at 万博体育 before enrolling in a degree program?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then the Personal Interest program is for you!
Visit Online Course Offerings to access the full list of upcoming courses & syllabi.
Personal Interest students may enroll for credit or to audit a class. The program is available 100% online, on campus, or a hybrid of both. Since it is not a degree program, financial aid is not available. Students may enroll in a maximum of 18 undergraduate credits or 9 graduate credits per term. Students should plan to dedicate approximately 7-8 hours per week per course.
To get started, please complete the admissions process below.
Undergraduate Personal Interest
If you have graduated high school but have not earned your Bachelor鈥檚 degree yet, then please apply to the Undergraduate Personal Interest program.
Complete your online application,听HERE
Your contact information will be collected first, and then you will be redirected to the application itself. You may return to the application portal by using the log in details sent to your email.
One letter of recommendation is required and can be requested through the application portal. A brief personal statement is also required on the application.
Submit Official Transcripts
If you have not ever attended college, just submit your official high school transcript. If you have ever been or are currently enrolled in college, just submit your official college transcript.
Standardized test scores are not required.
Pay the $25 Undergraduate Application Fee (non-refundable)
Please keep in mind that Undergraduate Personal Interest students who intend to seek a degree at 万博体育 should matriculate into their degree program no later than upon completion of 15 credits or two semesters, whichever comes later. Undergraduate Personal Interest students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 (C) to remain in the program.
If you are transferring credits taken in the Personal Interest program to another institution to fulfill degree requirements, it is the responsibility of the student (and not 万博体育) to speak with their academic advisor and/or college registrar as well as to research their current college鈥檚 policies on transfer credits. 万博体育 cannot guarantee that credits taken in the Personal Interest program will transfer.
Graduate Personal Interest / Continuing Education Program
If you have earned your Bachelor鈥檚 degree or higher, then please apply to the Graduate Personal Interest program.
Complete your online application,听HERE
Submit Official Transcripts
If you have earned your Bachelor鈥檚 degree, just submit your official undergraduate transcript.鈥 If you have earned a Graduate degree, just submit your highest official graduate transcript.
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is strongly recommended.
Submit One Letter of Recommendation
The letter of recommendation can be requested through the application portal. Your reference should be a priest, deacon, religious, minister, professor, supervisor, or mentor.
Submit Your Personal Essay
Your personal essay can be uploaded through the application portal (Microsoft Word and PDF only).
Whereas the mission of 万博体育 College & Seminary is to 鈥淐ultivate Catholic Leaders for Evangelization,鈥 please write a 500-word essay providing a brief autobiography and your reasons for choosing 万博体育 College & Seminary.
Pay Your $50 Application Fee (non-refundable)
Please keep in mind that Graduate Personal Interest students who intend to seek a degree at 万博体育 should matriculate into their degree program no later than upon completion of 6 credits or one semester, whichever comes later. Undergraduate Personal Interest students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (B) to remain in the program.
If you are transferring credits taken in the Personal Interest program to another institution to fulfill degree requirements, it is the responsibility of the student (and not 万博体育) to speak with their academic advisor and/or college registrar as well as to research their current college鈥檚 policies on transfer credits. 万博体育 cannot guarantee that credits taken in the Personal Interest program will transfer.
We'd love to get to know you 鈥 and your goals
An Admissions counselor will contact you soon to learn more about your goals and answer any questions about the admissions process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the online class format at 万博体育?
A: It is a great question, and one we get often! Our online learning environment allows students to pursue their education 100% online. Courses are taught asynchronously which means that there are no 鈥渓ive鈥 login times required. Our online degree programs have no residency requirements which makes it easy for you to learn whenever and wherever it is most convenient for you! Students are suggested to login to their courses several times a week in order to view materials and upload assignments. In general, we suggest students dedicate approximately 7-8 hours per week per course.
The best part is that you are not alone! With undergraduate [or graduate] advisors, an online library with plenty of support, an online writing lab, and tech support, we are here to help you achieve your academic dreams and follow where God leads!
Q: I missed the admissions deadline. What can be done?
A: Please contact the appropriate Admissions Office (Undergraduate or Graduate) to explain your situation and request an extension.
Admissions Phone :
860-632-3000
Admissions Email:
[email protected]
Q: I am not Catholic. Can I still apply to 万博体育?
A: Yes! 万博体育 is faithful to the Magisterium and teachings of the Catholic Church. If you believe you would be a good fit to learn within this framework – Catholic or not – we welcome you to apply. The mission of 万博体育 is to cultivate Catholic leaders in every profession and walk in life for the purpose of evangelization. We ask our students to sincerely seek the truth in all things whether they are Catholic or not.
All Faculty make a Profession of Faith and Oath of Fidelity to remain faithful to the Magisterium of the Catholic Church.
Q: Who can write my Letter of Recommendation?
Graduate applicants must request one letter of recommendation from a Priest or Religious. If you are not Catholic, this may come from a Pastor or other religiously affiliated reference. This person should be able to speak on your character and faith.
Graduate applicants must also request one letter of recommendation from an academic reference or mentor. It may also come from a supervisor or volunteer coordinator. This person should be able to speak on you work ethic, learning skills, and strengths.
Letters of recommendation should not be requested from a relative or from a coworker.
The letters of recommendation may be requested through the online application portal itself. Once received, your letters of recommendation will automatically be attached to your application.
Q: I am an international applicant. What is needed for my admissions process?
A: Thank you for your interest in applying to 万博体育! Because of the flexibility and convenience of our online programs, we have many international students.
If you are not living in the United States, your admissions process will be the same as outlined above.
If you are living in the United States, you must provide 万博体育 with copies of your Visa and Passport. International students may only apply to 万博体育 for online courses. 万博体育 is unable to process F-1 Student Visas for international students seeking to study on campus at 万博体育.
Q: English is not my native language. What documents are required?
A: To confirm your command of English, please submit one of the following. Recommended scores are included below.
– A certificate or diploma confirming the completion of a secondary school where the classes were delivered in English
– A diploma confirming the completion of English Studies
– A document confirming graduation from a higher educational institution where English was the language of instruction
– An International Baccalaureate Diploma delivered in English
– SAT score of 510+ on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
– ACT score of 24+ on the English, Reading, and Composite.
– Internet-based Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT) with a score of 79+
– Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic with a score of 58+
– International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 6.5.
Q: I have graduated from 万博体育 with my Undergraduate (or Graduate) degree. I would like to pursue my Graduate (or second Graduate) degree at 万博体育. Do I have to re-apply?
A: Good news! You do not have to re-apply. Please complete the Additional Degree, Major, or Concentration Form. Your request will be reviewed, and any additional necessary documentation will be requested.
Q: I am part of a religious community or diocese. What is needed for my admissions process?
A: Welcome! Thank you for your interest in applying to 万博体育! Your admissions process is the same as other applicants. A brief supplemental form will also be required to complete in order to ensure any additional necessary information is included with your application.
Q: What are your online learning and technology requirements?
Please follow this link to view our Online Learning and Technology Requirements.
Speak with Admissions
Mr. Alex Smith
Graduate Admissions Counselor
[email protected]
860-632-3000 ext 3066
Ms. Ryleigh Myers
Undergraduate Admissions Counselor
[email protected]
860-632-3000 ext 3026
Important Deadlines & Dates
2025 Spring Semester
December 6 - Admissions Application Deadline
December 6 - Recommended FAFSA Deadline
November 11 - Spring Registration Opens
December 20 - Priority Registration Ends
December 30 - New Student Online Orientation Begins
Dec 24 - Jan 2 - 万博体育 Offices Closed
January 4 - Online Classes Begin
January 6 - On Campus Classes Begin
2025 Summer Semester
April 4 - Admissions Application Deadline
April 4 - Recommended FAFSA Deadline
March 17 - Summer Registration Opens
April 18 - Priority Registration Ends
April 28 - New Student Online Orientation Begins
May 3 - Online Classes Begin
2025 Fall Semester
July 18 - Admissions Application Deadline
July 18 - Recommended FAFSA Deadline
July 7 - Fall Registration Opens
August 15 - Priority Registration Ends
August 18 - New Student Online Orientation Begins
August 23 - Online Classes Begin
August 25 - On Campus Classes Begin