Prerequisites
High School Requirements
The sixteen (16) units of required high school preparation are as follows:
English 4, Science 1, Mathematics 2,
Social Science 2 Laboratory Science 1, Electives 6
Elective subjects in any of the above areas of study will be accepted.
Special Prerequisites for Certain Programs
ALLIED HEALTH & SCIENCE DIVISION
Allied Health & Science Transfer
1 year H.S. Biology/Lab with C/70 or better
1 year H.S. Chemistry/Lab with C/70 or better
2 years H.S. Math (one must be algebra) with C/70 or better or one College Level Algebra or higher
SAT: minimum 750 (V+M or CR+M)
H.S.: GPA of 2.7 or a prior College GPA of 2.5
Foreign Applicants (If in U.S. less than 5 years): TOEFL minimum score 520 on the paper test or 68 on the Internet based test
Allied Health and Science Transfer with Concentrations in:
• Nursing Diploma
• Pre-Nursing
• Pre-Biotechnology
• Pre-Occupational Therapy
• Pre-Chiropractic
• Pre-Pharmacy
• Pre-Cytotechnology
• Pre-Physical Therapy
• Pre-Medicine
• Pre-Radiologic Sciences
• Pre-Medical Technology
• Pre-Sciences
• Pre-Veterinary Sciences
Dental Hygiene
2 years H.S. Math
1 year H.S. Biology/Lab
1 year H.S. Chemistry/Lab
SAT: minimum 900 (V+M or CR + M)
H.S. GPA of 3.0
Minimum H.S. Science GPA “2.5 / 75”
If previous college, GPA of 2.5
Minimum College Science GPA “2.5”
Completion of the Admissions process for the Dental Hygiene program is February 1st.
All students accepted into the Dental Hygiene program are accepted with the provision that they must place into college level coursework on Manor’s Placement Test (reading, writing, and mathematics) in order to be eligible to enroll in the Dental Hygiene program. Students needing developmental courses must complete the required coursework and meet specified academic standards prior to enrolling in the Dental Hygiene program.
Prior to matriculation, students must have a tetanus inoculation, a TB test / chest X-ray (required annually) and begin the Hepatitis B vaccination series. Proof of inoculations and TB test results must be submitted prior to matriculation.
Students must also submit proof of health insurance coverage and CPR certification (Healthcare Provider Adult/Child/ Infant with AED) by the designated due dates and retain both for the duration of enrollment in the program. Incurred costs are the responsibility of the student.
Credits attained from other Dental Hygiene programs will be reviewed on an individual basis for the purpose of transferring into Manor’s program.
Studentswhohavestopped-outortakenaleaveofabsencefromtheDentalHygieneprogramfor any reason must contact the Dental Hygiene Program Director for policy on program re-entry.
Expanded Functions Dental Assisting
2 yrs. H.S. Math
1 yr. H. S. Biology
1 yr. H. S. Chemistry/Lab Minimum
H.S.
GPA of 2.5
SAT: minimum 650 ( V+M or CR+M) If applicable, previous college GPA 2.5 Personal interview with EFDA Program Director
Specific Program Requirements Following Matriculation:
Student must show proof of required childhood inoculations.
Student must show proof of current tetanus inoculation.
Students must show proof of having a TB test (prior to matriculation).
Studentmustshowproof ofhaving received,orthatthey arebeginning, required Hepatitis B Vaccine Series which must be completed by January before entering the clinical setting.
Students show proof of medical insurance coverage (this must be maintained throughout the entire program, demonstrating proof of, at the beginning of each semester).
Students must show proof of being CPR (Healthcare Provider) certified within first semester and maintain certification throughout program.
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Veterinary Technology
2 years H.S. or college math (must include one year of algebra)
1 year H.S. or college biology with lab
1 year H.S. or college chemistry with lab
Minimum SAT score for applicant review: 800 (V+M or CR+M)
(Applicants 25 years of age and younger must submit SAT scores)
Minimum H.S. or college science and math GPA: 2.8
a. Successful completion* of one year of high school- or college-level courses in chemistry (with lab), and biology (with lab) and two years of math (one of which must be algebra). A minimum GPA of 2.8 and a minimum science and math GPA of 2.8 must be achieved in these courses.
*Successful completion means that the applicant has received a grade of “C” or better and that the course is a college-prep course (includes regular academic, honors and advanced placement course).
b. Observational, volunteer or employment experience in a veterinary facility is strongly recommended.
c. Acknowledged understanding of the physical ability standards required for performance in the profession, which are reviewed with each applicant during the admission process.
d. Prior to matriculation, students must be immunized against rabies and tetanus, and are required to maintain health insurance coverage for the duration of the Program. Students should consult with the Occupational Health Department at Abington Memorial Hospital or a comparable department at their local hospital. Incurred costs are the responsibility of the student.
e. Students are advised that many externship sites and off-campus laboratories are not accessible via public transportation. Students will therefore be asked to drive to these sites. Not having access to a car might compromise the externship experience.
BUSINESS DIVISION
Accounting (Associate in Science Degree)
In addition to the general admissions criteria for Manor College, students admitted to the Accounting Program should have a minimum high school GPA of “C” (2.5 equivalent).
Business Administration with a Concentration in Information Systems and Technology
Transfer Track Design Technology Track Networking Track
In addition to the general admission criteria for Manor College, students admitted to any of the tracks for the Business Administration with a Concentration in Information Systems and Technology (BA/IST) Program should have a minimum high school GPA of “C”(2.5 equivalent).
Business Administration (Associate in Science Degree) Business Administration Program and concentrations in
International Business Management Marketing
In addition to the general admissions criteria for Manor College, students admitted to the Business Administration Program or Business Administration with concentrations in International Business, Management, and Marketing Associate in Science Degree Program should have a minimum high school GPA of “C” (2.5 equivalent).
Legal Nurse Consultant Certificate Program
All students admitted to the Legal Nurse Consulting Certificate Program must possess an Associate or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing from an accredited postsecondary institution, a current state license to practice nursing, and have completed 2,500 hours of clinical work as a Registered Nurse.
Students may transfer a maximum of 6 credit hours of legal courses from accredited degree-granting institutions with paralegal and/or legal nurse consulting programs approved by the American Bar Association subject to the approval of the Program Director and Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs. Students may also petition to receive credit by examination for legal courses taken elsewhere.
Paralegal Studies (Associate in Science Degree)
In addition to the general admissions criteria for Manor College, students admitted to the Paralegal Studies, Associate in Science Degree Program should have a minimum high school GPA of “C” (2.5 equivalent).
Students may transfer paralegal courses from accredited degree-granting institutions with paralegal programs approved by the American Bar Association subject to the approval of the Program Director and Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs. Students may also petition to receive credit by examination for paralegal courses taken elsewhere.
Paralegal Studies (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program)
Students admitted to the Paralegal Studies Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program must have successfully completed a Baccalaureate degree (B.A. or B.S.) at an accredited college or university.
Students may transfer a maximum of 9 credit hours of paralegal courses from accredited degree-granting institutions with paralegal programs approved by the American Bar Association subject to the approval of the Program Director and Assistant Dean of Academic Affairs. Students may also petition to receive credit by examination for paralegal courses taken elsewhere.
International student applicants or resident aliens and naturalized American citizens who have completed a Baccalaureate program (or its equivalent) in another country will need to submit official original and translated transcripts into the English language, along with TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) scores. Minimum total TOEFL scores accepted: Paper-based=550, Computer-based=213 or Internet-based=79.
LIBERAL ARTS DIVISION
Early Childhood Education Program (Associate in Arts Degree)
Students admitted to the Early Childhood Education Program should have: A personal interview with Admissions counselor
A high school transcript or GED equivalency
A minimum high school GPA of “C” (2.5 equivalent) – This is not required for TEACH applicants.
An SAT/ACT level as required by college
A 350 word application essay with quantifiable rubrics for grading
Liberal Arts Program (Associate in Arts Degree)
Students admitted to the Liberal Arts program should have:
A personal interview with Admissions counselor
A high school transcript or GED equivalency
A minimum high school GPA of “C” (2.5 equivalent)
An SAT/ACT level as required by college
A 350 word application essay with quantifiable rubrics for grading
Liberal Arts Program with concentration in Communications (Associate in Arts Degree)
Students admitted to the Liberal Arts program with a concentration in Communications should have:
A personal interview with Admissions counselor
A high school transcript or GED equivalency
A minimum high school GPA of “C” (2.5 equivalent)
An SAT/ACT level as required by college
A 350 word application essay with quantifiable rubrics for grading
Psychology Transfer Program (Associate in Arts Degree)
Students admitted to the Psychology Transfer Program should have:
A personal interview with Admissions counselor
A high school transcript or GED equivalency
A minimum high school GPA of “C” (2.5 equivalent)
An SAT/ACT level as required by college
A 350 word application essay with quantifiable rubrics for grading