High school seniors from Putnam County Schools and Wayne County Schools will receive a simplified admissions process to Marshall University that means automatic acceptance if the student has a 2.5 or higher GPA.
Marshall University has formed admission agreement partnerships with two more school districts. Putnam County Schools and Wayne County Schools high school seniors will receive automatic admission to Marshall University as long as their grade point average is a 2.5 or higher. The agreements are intended to remove barriers to a college education by eliminating the lengthy admissions process and making a college education more accessible.
According to an article on Marshall University’s website, university president Brad D. Smith was quoted as saying of the new partnerships, “We are thrilled to expand this direct admission policy to students in Putnam and Wayne counties. By eliminating unnecessary barriers, we enable talented scholars to focus on their passions and reach their full potential, knowing that their hard work and dedication will guide them every step of the way.”
The admissions agreements also eliminate the necessity of application fees, adding to the benefits for students. The university will notify eligible students via official letter to help more students become aware of the opportunity. Students who speak with their guidance counselors about their desire to attend Marshall University will have their academic information shared with the university on their behalf to begin the process.
Putnam County Schools superintendent John Hudson said, “Our students are capable of incredible things, and we are always looking for ways to support their dreams. We are committed to opening doors of opportunity for every student. This new direct admission partnership with Marshall University removes obstacles and empowers our seniors to take the next step in their educational journeys with confidence. We are grateful to Marshall University for their vision and for making college access more seamless and achievable for our students.”
Echoing these sentiments about the benefits of the partnership, Wayne County Schools Superintendent Todd Alexander said, “By removing application fees and streamlining the admissions process, this initiative ensures that more of our students see college as an accessible and attainable option. It reflects our ongoing commitment to creating opportunities that help every student in Wayne County take the next step toward a successful future.”
For more information about Marshall University, visit the school’s website.