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Adelphi to Remain Test Optional for Admissions for the Coming Year

Garden City, NY (01/14/2021) — Admission to Adelphi University will continue to be standardized-test-optional for current high school juniors applying for admission this coming year, recognizing the difficulty of taking SATs or ACTs during the pandemic.

In collaboration with University leadership, the Adelphi Faculty Senate approved the extension, joining many colleges and universities around the nation taking the step to adopt temporary or permanent test-optional measures.

"The current national health pandemic continues to impact our students and families nationwide, requiring flexibility for our applicants," said Kristen Capezza, vice president for enrollment management and University communications. "As we remain committed to our holistic review of applicants and committed to student health and safety, Adelphi has extended its test-optional policy for another year. We hope that this decision helps to reduce the stress of an already complicated process for many students and families who are considering the benefits of an Adelphi education and experience."

Adelphi has extended its test-optional policy, allowing students the option but not the requirement to submit the SAT or ACT for fall 2022 and spring 2023 admission. In addition, merit scholarships will not be contingent on submission of test scores. Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, Adelphi had been evaluating a permanent shift to test-optional and will continue to do so in the interim.

Prospective students who are non-native English speakers will still be required to submit English language exam scores that demonstrate their proficiency in the language. Additionally, a select few joint degree programs will require submission of test scores on the basis of partner institution requirements. Should any partner institutions modify their requirements to become test-optional, Adelphi will counsel students accordingly.

For more information, visit adelphi.edu/admissions/first-year/apply or email admissions@adelphi.edu.

About Adelphi: A modern metropolitan university with a personalized approach to higher learning.

Adelphi University is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university offering exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training with particular strength in its Core Four-Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Adelphi is dedicated to transforming students' lives through small classes, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support student success.

Founded in Brooklyn in 1896, Adelphi is Long Island's oldest private coeducational university. Today Adelphi serves nearly 8,000 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, New York-just 23 miles from New York City's cultural and internship opportunities-and at dynamic learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online.

More than 116,000 Adelphi graduates have gained the skills to thrive professionally as active, caring citizens, making their mark on the University, their communities and the world.

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