Can I get into The College of Saint Rose? The College of Saint Rose is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult The College of Saint Rose directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.

 

• Saint Rose accepts the Common Application or use the Saint Rose online application.
• Official High School Transcripts
• Official Transcripts for any College Level Courses
• Letter of Recommendation from a Counselor or Teacher 
• SAT or ACT scores (See Test Optional FAQ’s)
• Essay or Graded Paper (Optional)
• Music and Art applicants are required to complete an audition or portfolio review.

This is a step by step process for current students. If you are a new student take note of the process for your particular entry term.

1. Using your FSA ID from the U.S. Department of Education complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Be sure to include The College of Saint Rose school code–002705.
Note: You should wait to file the FAFSA until both student and parent(s) taxes have been filed with the IRS. 

2. New York State residents must complete the Express TAP application (ETA) online immediately following submission of the FAFSA. Be sure to include The College of Saint Rose school code–0140.

3. View and accept your financial aid on The College of Saint Rose secure site. Returning student financial aid packages are sent after May 1.

4. If your FAFSA is selected in a process called, “verification”, submit signed copies of student and parent(s) IRS tax return transcripts, along with a completed Verification Worksheet to the Office of Financial Aid.
Note: You will not receive your financial aid package until verification requirements are complete.

In order to remain eligible for financial aid, returning students will need to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress.

First Year

Step by step guide to apply for financial aid.

Transfer

Step by step guide to apply for financial aid.

Graduate

Step by step guide to apply for financial aid.