Designation of Student Status

Official designation of the status of “student” at Adelphi University is reserved for those individuals who have applied to the University for acceptance to a particular program or school and have been granted admission (in writing) and in accordance with the University policies that govern such decisions. University recognition of an individual as a student does not, however, imply or assign matriculation in the particular school or program of choice. Candidates who desire matriculation into a degree or certificate program are advised to investigate all the requirements necessary for official acceptance into their program of interest, since it is possible to carry the designation of “student” at Adelphi University and yet not have completed all necessary requirements for program acceptance or matriculation. The University requires that all students submit proof of compliance with New York State immunization requirements (see “Admission Credentials”).

Only students who have been cleared by the Office of Student Financial Services and who are officially registered for a course as of the end of the second week of the semester shall be eligible to receive a grade for that course.

Further consideration of the assigned status of “student” follows:

Non-Degree Student
In order to register for classes as a non-degree candidate, applicants are required to complete a non-degree application and submit an application fee with the appropriate materials. Non-degree candidates will be considered on an individual basis.

Visiting Student (taking courses at Adelphi with the intention of having them transferred back to the degree-granting institution): A letter from the college from which the student will receive a degree must be submitted each semester recommending which courses can be taken at Adelphi. This letter must also state that the credits earned from these courses will be accepted in transfer by the degree-granting institution.

Graduate Student, (taking undergraduate prerequisite courses): Applicants must submit proof of baccalaureate degree by official transcript or copy of diploma. (Students intending to pursue a master’s degree at Adelphi University after completing undergraduate prerequisite courses at Adelphi should contact the Office of University Admissions for the appropriate application.)

Special Student
Proof of high school graduation must be submitted. Applicants must have graduated at least one year before applying as a nondegree candidate. Permission to attend will be considered on an individual basis.