Undergraduate Application Checklist

CBU welcomes applications from students who are not only academically successful but also committed to making an impact on the world around them. This application checklist will help you navigate the process and make sure that your application is noticed.

Admission to CBU is competitive. Each application is holistically reviewed based on grade point average, standardized test scores (if submitted), and information provided in the application.

​For the greatest admission and scholarship consideration, please apply by our Priority Preference Deadline:

  • November 1, with notification by November 15.

Standardized Tests

To be considered for admission, applicants may choose to submit test scores from the American College Test (ACT) or Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT). These scores are optional; however, some programs require a minimum score to be submitted; further, all students will be placed in general education courses based on either these test scores or a placement test score.

Programs requiring a minimum math test score of 22 (ACT) or 1100 (SAT):

  • Biochemistry
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

Advanced Credit Policies

If you have participated in Advanced Placement (AP) exams or International Baccalaureate (IB) exams, you may be eligible for college credit. You can find exam equivalencies with the Registrar’s Office.

Scholarships

Christian Brothers University offers academic scholarships and awards to new students when they apply for admission. Other financial aid may be available as well.

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To Apply

A completed application includes the following:

  • Completed application form
  • Self-reported GPA (Final official transcripts from all schools attended should be sent directly from the issuing school to CBU before beginning classes.)
  • SAT / ACT test scores (Optional)
  • Recommendations (Optional: To avoid delay in the reading of your application, please communicate with recommenders to ensure they are willing and able to submit a recommendations promptly.)

Send all official items to

Christian Brothers University
Office of Admissions
650 East Parkway South
Memphis, TN 38104

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Need Help?

Your Admissions Counselor will be happy to assist you through each step of this admissions application checklist and the financial aid process!

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