Cardinal Stritch University

Cardinal Stritch University is a fully accredited Catholic institution founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi in 1937. Stritch is one of the largest Franciscan institutions of higher education in North America and offers more than 60 undergraduate, graduate, certificate, and professional development programs designed to help students develop new skills, gain career-related experience,
and build professional networks. Franciscan values are infused into the Stritch experience that prepares students of all ages, faiths, races, and socio-economic backgrounds for success in the communities where they live, work, serve, and lead.

Undergraduate programs at
Stritch are open to all students who have a high school education, equivalent transfer credits, or prior learning. Applicants are accepted for admission on the basis of past achievements and demonstrated ability to succeed in university work. Stritch practices holistic admissions review, allowing the university to better understand each individual applicant that applies to the university. Students may apply using the university application or the Common App. Applicants should submit: official transcripts, admissions essay, a list of extracurriculars, and work experiences as part of the review process. Applicants may also submit letters of recommendation, additional essays highlighting an applicant’s unique circumstances, a resume of experiences, or may be asked to participate in an admissions interview.
Based on research and the student-centered approach to education we take at Stritch, a test-optional admissions policy for freshman admission has been adopted. Students applying for freshman admission can choose whether or not to submit ACT or SAT scores as part of their application.
Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis, but early application before December 31 is recommended.