Admission Requirements
Explore requirements by degree level
We want to make quality education as accessible as possible to anyone with the desire to learn. That’s why our admission requirements are designed to give prospective students a foundation for success. Below, you can explore admission requirements by degree level – for associate degrees, bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and graduate certificates.
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Associate degree
- Graduate certificate
- Diploma
Bachelor’s admission requirements
Before you can pursue your bachelor’s degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
A diploma from an approved high school or its equivalent
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.
*Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization. Read more.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
Master’s admission requirements
Before you can pursue your master’s degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo identification
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.
*Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization. Read more.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
Associate admission requirements
Before you can pursue your associate degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A diploma from an approved high school or its equivalent
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo identification
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.
*Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization. Read more.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
Graduate certificate admission requirements
Before you can pursue your graduate certificate, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.
*Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization. Read more.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
Diploma admission requirements
Before you can pursue your diploma, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you’ll need to get started for admission to the university.
A diploma from an approved high school or its equivalent
A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo identification
Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.
*Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization. Read more.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.
International students
To help in the application and admissions process for international students,* we’ve developed admissions requirement checklists, including acceptable forms of proof for all requirements.
*Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses will need to provide proof of proper immunization.
Military students
Strayer University is proud to work with veterans and active-duty service members. We offer veterans educational benefits and participate in the Yellow Ribbon program. While we require special forms from service members during the admissions process, our military admissions officer can assist you in gathering what you need.
Please submit the following forms along with your application:
- Your official transcript from your military branch
- A JST Form (Request Official Joint Services Transcript)
- A DD Form 295 (active servicemembers) certified by an authorized officer and the designee or a DD Form 214 (non-active servicemembers)
