ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Admission Requirements For Matriculated Applicants

Acceptance is granted into the Utica School of Commerce upon graduation from high school or successful completion of the GED.  Official transcripts of all high school work, including certification of graduation or GED scores, are required.  Official transcripts of previous college work are also required when credit transfer is requested.

It is the policy of the Utica School of Commerce to encourage all applicants to strive for higher educational goals regardless of their academic status.  At Utica School of Commerce there is no discrimination on the basis of race, creed, sex, ethnic or national origin, religion, marital status, age, handicap or sexual orientation.

Developmental courses are available to assist students if deficiencies are found during placement testing. This testing is conducted prior to scheduling for the first semester, and can be arranged through the Admissions Department.

Admission Procedures

Send a completed application to Admissions, Utica School of Commerce, 201 Bleecker Street, Utica, New York 13501-2280 or complete the application available to you online.

Upon receipt of the application and a signed authorization release, The College will send for the applicant’s high school transcript(s).

Acceptance
Acceptance at the Utica School of Commerce is based upon approval of the Admissions Committee, which reviews the applicant’s transcripts, recommendations, and other available materials. Because USC has an open enrollment policy (which means applications are reviewed continually), we can give you a decision quickly. Please do not hesitate to call us if you need information about the status of your application.

Early application is advised to ensure entrance into the program desired.  Previous study of business subjects is not required.

Advanced Placement/Credit for High School

Utica School of Commerce participates with many area high schools in providing their students with articulation agreements. These agreements may allow selected students advanced placement and/or credits upon entering USC.  Interested applicants should speak to their school guidance counselors or an USC Admissions Staff Member.