The admission requirements and procedures are designed to help the college select those students best qualified to benefit from the educational opportunities at Providence College. The college welcomes applicants who evidence thorough scholastic preparation, good character, intellectual interest, and motivational purpose both in and outside of school. School records, recommendations, and results of standardized aptitude tests are considered. The applicant s personal qualities must offer assurance that he or she would be a desirable member of the college community. The Committee on Admission gives recognition to students with different talents, contrasting backgrounds, and geographical origins.
Admission is without regard to race, color, sex, handicap, age, and national or ethnic origin.
Admission to Providence College is competitive. Entering classes consist of approximately 925 students selected from approximately 5,500 candidates who apply for admission each year. In general, all candidates are encouraged to broaden their reading outside of class and to take every opportunity to develop their competence in writing. Candidates who cannot demonstrate competence in written English will be at a distinct disadvantage in the competition for admission. Freshman Admission Requirements 1.