Kaplan University has established the following requirements and procedures for admission.
Undergraduate Programs
To apply to Kaplan University’s undergraduate programs, you must meet one of the following standards:
- Are a high school graduate
- Possess a General Education Development (GED) certificate
- Possess a Home Study certificate or transcript from a Home Study program that is equivalent to high school level and recognized by your home state, and be beyond the age of compulsory attendance in that state
- Are a high school senior eligible to apply and submit proof of high school graduation
Online students must attest to high school graduation or equivalent. Acceptable attestation for Kaplan University may be the proof of graduation attestation included on an Enrollment Agreement, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), or any other document deemed acceptable by the University.
Some programs require documentation that need not be submitted at the time of admission, but is required for successful completion of the program. If you attended high school in a foreign country, additional documentation may be required. For more information, chat live or call an Admissions Advisor at 866.527.5268 (Toll Free).
Graduate Programs
To apply to Kaplan University’s graduate programs, you must submit an unofficial transcript indicating receipt of a bachelor’s degree from a college or university accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Additional documentation may be required to qualify for transfer of credit. Speak to an Admissions Advisor or refer to our University Catalog for details about our Transfer of Credit policy.