Admission and acceptance to Sinclair is open to all applicants*

The First Step

Begin your journey by finding your student type to receive specific steps in your enrollment process:

New, First Time in College Student

Individuals seeking a degree or certificate, including:

• High school graduates
• Individuals that have received a GED
• Individuals without a GED or high school diploma/certificate
• Adults with no prior college classes

Incoming Transfer Student

Students seeking a degree or certificate from Sinclair that have:

• Attended another college or university

Visiting (or Personal Interest) Student

Individuals not seeking a degree or certificate from Sinclair, including:

• Students currently enrolled at another college or university planning to transfer Sinclair courses back to their home institution
• Individuals interested in taking classes for personal interest or career development without the intent of receiving a degree or certificate

Former/Previous Student

Individuals returning to Sinclair after an absence of one year or more

Additional Enrollment Categories:

Pre-College Programs

Supplementing students’ academic experiences and providing college preparation, the precollege programs enrollment options include: Advance College Entry (ACE) for high school students; Post-Secondary Enrollment Option (PSEO) program; and more…

International Students

Individuals wishing to enroll on an F-1 student visa or to enroll using another type of visa.

English is your Second Language

Individuals interested in attending Sinclair who know English as their second language

Lifelong Learning Students

Individuals who are 60 years or older who want to take classes free of charge.

*Admission and acceptance for international students on an F-1 Visa must meet additional admission requirements.