Golden Eagle Application

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Citizenship

Are you a citizen of the United States?

Yes

No

Citizenship Country

Are you a green card holder that has been issued permanent residency in the United States?

No

Yes

Student Type

Please select the correct Student Type below:

First Time Enrolled: Incoming undergraduate college student. Has not previously attended college full-time. (Does not apply to dual enrollment credits.)

Transfer: Undergrad student that has previously attended college full or part-time after high school graduation. (Does not apply to dual enrollment credits.)

Consortium: Collaborative degree-seeking student with the Kuyper College or Grace Christian University Consortium Program.

Non-Degree: A part-time non-high school student seeking to take a few classes (or auditing) on the undergraduate level.

Post-BA: Student who has already obtained a Bachelor's degree and is seeking to obtain a secondary Bachelor's degree.

Dual Enroll: Current high school student looking to enroll in a college course for credit.

Student Type

Non-Degree Status

Application Information

Degree Program

Many students know they are ready to attend college, but aren't ready to declare a major. Keeping your options open, you will receive one-on-one assistance from your admissions counselor as an Undeclared student.

In order for your admissions counselor or academic advisor to serve you best, which Cornerstone Academic School are the most interested in learning about?

I would like more information about:

The Worship Ministry major requires 2 years of prior music engagement. The program includes music coursework that will build upon music theory foundations obtained prior to enrollment at Cornerstone University.

Select one or more of the following statements:

2+ years of ensemble experience (band or choir)

2+ years of private lessons (instrumental or voice)

I do not have 2 years of prior music engagement.

Term

Have you ever attended Cornerstone University? If so, please provide your Cornerstone University academic history.

Response:

On-Campus Housing

If you are 25 years or older, please select "Commute" below.

Housing Desired

Personal Information

Prefix

First Name (Given)

Preferred Name (Nickname)

Middle Name

Last Name (Surname)

Suffix

Background Information

Date of Birth

Social Security Number

Marital Status

Gender

Do you consider yourself Hispanic or Latino?

Race

Which race(s) do you best identify with?

To make multiple selections, hold down "Ctrl" or "⌘" key while clicking.

Race or Heritage:

Contact Information

Cell Phone

Home Phone

Email

Secondary Email

Address Information

Home Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Is your home address the same as your mailing address?

Mailing Address

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

MK Information

Are you the child of a current missionary serving internationally or living domestically on furlough?

Yes

No

MK International Location

Country

City

Region

Postal Code

Social Media

Please share your social media usernames to hear more about Cornerstone, stay in touch with your Admissions Counselor, and receive updates about visit events, scholarship deadlines, and more!

Facebook Username

Instagram Username

Family Member Information

Parent Type

Prefix

First Name (Given)

Last Name (Surname)

Suffix

Email

Cell Phone

Is this family member an alumnus of Cornerstone University?

Yes

No

Does this family member share your mailing address?

Yes

No

Country

Street

Street 2

City

State

Postal Code

Family Member Information

Parent Type

Prefix

First Name (Given)

Last Name (Surname)

Suffix

Email

Cell Phone

Is this family member an alumnus of Cornerstone University?

Yes

No

Does this family member share your mailing address?

Yes

No

Country

Street

Street 2

City

State

Postal Code

Sibling Information

Do you have a sibling in Junior High or High School?

Yes

No

Sibling Type

First Name (Given)

Last Name (Surname)

Email

Cell Phone

High School Graduation Year (yyyy)

Do you have another sibling in Junior High or High School?

Yes

No

Sibling Type

First Name (Given)

Last Name (Surname)

Email

Cell Phone

High School Graduation Year (yyyy)

High School Information

Are / Were you Homeschooled?

Yes

No

Please select "Homeschool" for your "School Name" below.

If you are a part of a Homeschool Co-Op program, please write the full name of the organization or school below. (Example: HSB)

Homeschool Co-Op

High School Graduation Year (yyyy)

Self-Reported Cumulative High School GPA

Cumulative GPA represents a grade point average for all courses attempted (9th through current / final). Weighted GPA is preferred. Your high school transcript may be needed in order to provide an admissions decision.

Institutions Attended

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School Information
1. Start typing the name of your school below. Options will begin to appear below the search field. Please choose your school and then verify that the city, state, and zip are correct. 2. You must submit school information for all institutions attended, including organizations in which you dual enrolled. 3. If you are / were homeschooled, please select "Homeschool" for your "School Name" below. 4. If you are unable to locate your institution attended in the look-up field, please select "My School Is Not Listed". School Type School Name Country City Region Postal Code Self-Reported College Credits School Code (HIDDEN)

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Dual Enroll Information

If you are planning on taking a dual enrollment course through a community partnership, please write the full name of the organization below. (Example: Grand Rapids Initiative for Leaders [GRIL])

Partnership Name

If you are a part of a Homeschool Co-Op program, please write the full name of the organization or school below. (Example: HSB)

Homeschool Co-Op

Transcript Release:
I authorize Cornerstone University to release information about my enrollment, attendance, progress and final grade, including a copy of my academic transcript, to my high school or homschool at the address found on this application.

Transcript Release

Yes

No

If your response is "No", your Cornerstone transcript will not be released unless it is requested through a formal process, which includes a $5 per transcript fee. By answering "Yes", your transcript will be sent to your school or homeschool automatically with no fee, once final grades are posted. If you are a part of a Homeschool Co-Op program and answer "Yes", an additional transcript will be sent at no expense to the organization listed.

Upload Unofficial Transcripts

Cornerstone University applicants are encouraged to provide unofficial copies of high school or college transcripts to aid in the admissions process.

Test-Optional

Submitting test scores (SAT, ACT, CLT) for admission to Cornerstone is not required, however, official test scores may be utilized to assist the academic advising team in initial class placement for English and Math. Please use the self-reported fields below to communicate your test score results.

If you have not taken a standardized test (SAT, ACT, CLT), please leave these fields blank.

Self-Reported SAT Total

Self-Reported ACT Composite

Self-Reported CLT Total

CLT: Classic Learning Test

Cornerstone University is test-optional, but we encourage all applicants to upload complete score reports showing their name, test date, total score, and all sub-scores.

Co-Curricular Activities

Please choose any areas of involvement in which you are considering participation at Cornerstone University.

If you are interested in competing with an intercollegiate sports team at Cornerstone University (WHAC Conference, NAIA Division II), please select a sport below.

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Athletic Information
Sport

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Music Information

Vocal Part

Instrument

Faith Journey

As a student-focused learning environment centered on Jesus Christ, Cornerstone University is interested in your faith journey, both before joining our community and also while you are a student. In order for us to accurately understand your relationship with Christ, please answer the following question:

Have you accepted Jesus Christ as your personal Savior?

Church Name

Church Denomination

Faith Essay

In a short personal statement, please describe your own Christian faith journey. We encourage you to share specific details, such as youth group experience, worship leadership positions you’ve held, number of years you’ve been a member of your church, etc. to provide a meaningful answer to this question. You are also encouraged to include any applicable Scripture references and include some particular ways that you hope to influence your world for Christ as a Cornerstone University graduate.

Please provide a thoughtful response to the question. Your response should be 200 - 500 words.

Essay Response

Personal Statement

In a short personal statement, please tell us more about your religious beliefs and why you’re seeking an education at Cornerstone University. We encourage you to share specific details, such as what faith you practice, the number of years you’ve practiced your faith and how you believe a Christ-centered education from Cornerstone University could help you influence the world after graduation.

Please provide a thoughtful response to the question. Your response should be 200 - 500 words.

Essay Response

Application Essay

Please explain 3-4 reasons why a Cornerstone University education appeals to your faith and academic interests.

Please provide a thoughtful response to the question. Your response should be 200 - 500 words.

Essay Response

Cornerstone Handbook

Click here to review the Cornerstone University Student Handbook.

Do you agree to pursue the principles outlined in the Cornerstone University Student Handbook and be held accountable to its policies?

Handbook Agreement

Yes

No

Are there any particular areas that may be of concern or struggle for you as you consider the Cornerstone University Student Handbook? Please explain below.

Explanation:

Criminal Background

Have you ever been convicted of a felony (including pled guilty or no contest) which has not been annulled, expunged or sealed by the court?

Response:

No

Yes

If "Yes", please describe the following: Type of felony, date of the felony, terms of your probation and any additional information that may be helpful for the admissions committee.

Explanation:

Signature

By providing my signature below, I certify that the information on this application is truthful and accurate to the best of my knowledge. Cornerstone University reserves the right to revise or rescind my offer of admission if any of my required responses are false. I understand that accounts not paid in accordance with school policies may be submitted to a collection agency and that I would then be responsible for all related collection costs.

Digital Signature

Please enter your full name.

Signature Date

mm/dd/yyyy