First Time in College Admissions

Applying to D'Youville is free and simple. Apply and start your journey today.

No matter what major you choose, you'll benefit from transformational experiences offered inside the classroom and out. 

When you apply for admission at D’Youville University, we’ll automatically consider you for our merit scholarships. This makes D'Youville a powerfully affordable choice.

Some programs have specific admissions requirements. Review the program page for the degree you are interested in to ensure you are eligible.

How to Apply

The D'Youville University application process is simple and straightforward. When you apply, we'll review your academic record and qualifications. Please refer to your intended academic program page for specific admissions requirements.

First-year students applying for our undergraduate programs can apply using the D’Youville University application or The Common Application. There is no application fee for either of these applications.  

Contact the Office of Admissions

Phone: 716-829-7600 FAX: 716-829-7900 Email: admissions@dyu.edu Office: Koessler Administration Building Address: Undergraduate Admissions
D'Youville University 
320 Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm

Submitting Your Admissions Materials

  1. Forward one official copy of your high school transcript.
  2. Letters of recommendation and essays are optional.

Submit all hard copy documents electronically or via mail:

Undergraduate Admissions Office
D'Youville University
320 Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201

Accepting Your Admissions Offer

If you're accepted to D'Youville University, you'll receive an email and an acceptance packet in the mail, including a guide for Accepted Students.

To secure your place at D'Youville, make sure to submit the enrollment deposit online, by mail, or in person. Your payment must be postmarked by May 1 (fall applicants) or January 1 (spring applicants). This deposit confirms your place for the next term and is non-refundable.

OPTIONAL ESSAY TOPIC DETAILS

Completion of an essay is optional but can be used to achieve a higher level of understanding of what makes you a unique applicant. Essays should not exceed 650 words. Please choose one of the following topics:

  • Some students have a background, identity, interest, or talent that is so meaningful they believe their application would be incomplete without it. If this sounds like you, then please share your story. (or)
  • The lessons we take from failure can be fundamental to later success. Recount an incident or time when you experienced failure. How did it affect you and what did you learn from the experience? (or)
  • Reflect on a time when you challenged a belief or idea. What prompted you to act? Would you make the same decision again? (or)
  • Describe a problem you’ve solved or a problem you’d like to solve. It can be an intellectual challenge, a research query, an ethical dilemma — anything that is of personal importance, no matter the scale. Explain its significance to you and what steps you took or could be taken to identify a solution. (or)
  • Discuss an accomplishment or event, formal or informal, that marked your transition from childhood to adulthood within your culture, community, or family.

Note: All essays and requests for letters of recommendation can be completed through The Common Application or through the D’Youville application portal once you submit your application.

When will you hear from us?

D'Youville has a rolling admissions policy. The earlier you apply, the earlier you will be notified of a decision. D’Youville University offers an Early Action deadline of December 1st for all  programs except Physician Assistant (November 1st).

Residential Requirements

  • First time in college students and transfer first-years must live on campus for at least the first year of study. 

  • Incoming students in the Physician Assistant and Occupational Therapy programs are required to live on campus for the first two years of study.

National statistics show that students who live in residence halls tend to perform better academically, are more engaged on campus.

Students who share a living space and develop their own community receive integral psychological development and valuable life skills. These skills include conflict resolution, adaptability, respect, compromise, and accepting the ideas and worth of those from diverse backgrounds.  

Studies also show that students who live in residence halls also acclimate more rapidly to the collegiate environment and are more satisfied with their overall experience. 

Housing at D'Youville

Campus Life

International Baccalaureate and Advanced Placement Policies

Students who have completed Advanced Placement (AP) classes or who are enrolled in an International Baccalaureate (IB) program are eligible to receive D'Youville credit.

IB Students

To receive credit, students must provide official IB examination scores to:

Undergraduate Admissions Office
D'Youville University 
320 Porter Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14201

IB course equivalents are evaluated on an individual basis by the Registrar's Office and each academic department. For information on the IB policies please contact the Registrar's Office at 716-829-8347.

AP Students

Official AP scores must be sent from the College Board directly to the Undergraduate Admissions Office.

Students will receive credit for a minimum score of 3 on each AP examination. In some specific cases a minimum score of 4 may be required by the individual academic department. Any additional considerations for individual AP course equivalents will be determined by each academic department. These policies are subject to change at any time.

See the full list of accepted AP courses, test score requirements, and D'Youville course equivalents in the table below.

ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) POLICY EQUIVALENTS

AP Exam

Score

Course

Credit Hrs

Art-General

3

4, 5

IMA-106

IMA-106+IMA-108

3

Art Drawing

3

4, 5

IMA-106

IMA-106+IMA-108

3

6

Art History

3

4, 5

IMA-102

IMA-102+IMA-103

3

6

Art 2D Design

3

4, 5

IMA-110

IMA-103+IMA-110

3

6

Art 3D Design

3

4, 5

FA-999

FA-999+FA-999

3

6

Biology

3

4, 5

BIO-101/L

BIO-101/L+BIO-102/L

4

8

Calculus AB

3

4, 5

MAT-122

MAT-125

3

4

Calculus BC

3

4, 5

MAT-125

MAT-125+MAT-126

4

8

AB subscore on Calculus BC

3

4, 5

MAT-122

MAT-125

3

4

Chemistry

3

4, 5

CHE-101/L or CHE-111/L

CHE-101/L or CHE-111/L+ CHE-102/L or CHE-112/L

4

8

Chinese

3

4, 5

CHI-101

CHI-101+CHI-102

3

6

Comp. Gov’t & Politics

3

4, 5

PSC-999

PSC-201+ PSC-999

3

6

Computer Science A

3

4, 5

CSC-151

CSC-151+CSC-152

3

6

Computer Science Principles

3

4, 5

CSC-110

CSC-110+CSC-151

3

6

English Language

3

4, 5

ENG-111

ENG-111+ENG-112

3

6

English Literature

3

4, 5

ENG-111

ENG-111+ENG-237

3

6

Environmental Science

3

4, 5

BIO-230/L

BIO-230/L+ SCI-999

3

7

European History

3

4, 5

HIS-111

HIS-111+ HIS-999

3

6

French

3

4, 5

FRE-201

FRE-201 + FRE-202

3

6

German

3

4, 5

GRM-101

GRM-101 + LAN-999

3

6

Human Geography

3

4, 5

SOC-999

SOC-999+ SOC-999

3

6

Italian

3

4, 5

ITA-201

ITA-201+ITA-202

3

6

Latin

3

4, 5

LAT-201

LAT-201+LAT-202

3

6

Macroeconomics

3

4, 5

ECO-201

ECO-201+ ECO-999

3

6

Microeconomics

3

4, 5

ECO-202

ECO-202+ ECO-999

3

6

Music Theory

3

4, 5

IMA-100

IMA-100+FA-999

3

6

Physics I

3

4, 5

PHY-111/L

PHY-111/L+ FE-999

4

7

Physics II

3

4, 5

PHY-112/L

PHY-112/L+ FE-999

4

7

Physics C: Elec & Magnet

3

4, 5

PHY-102/L or PHY-112/L

PHY-102/L or PHY-112/L+ FE-999

4

7

Physics C Mechanics

3

4, 5

PHY-101/L or PHY-111/L

PHY-101/L or PHY-111/L+ FE-999

4

7

Psychology

3

4, 5

PSY-101

PSY-101+PSY-999

3

6

Spanish

3

4, 5

SPA-201

SPA-201+SPA-202

3

6

Statistics

3

4, 5

MAT-120, MAT-123, orECO-207

MAT-123 or MAT-201+ FE-999

3 or 4

6 or 7

US Gov’t & Politics

3

4, 5

PSC-999

PSC-201+ PSC-999

3

6

US History

3

4, 5

HIS-203

HIS-203+HIS-204

3

6

World History

3

4, 5

HIS-103

HIS-103+HIS-999

3

6
Physician Assistant Admissions

Applications must be submitted by November 1. 

Be sure to review the admission criteria for the Physician Assistant combined degree program before applying.

  1. Create an account and submit your application in our application portal or submit your application through The Common Application.
  2. Forward one official copy of your high school transcript.

Note: All essays and requests for letters of recommendation can be completed through The Common Application, or through the D’Youville application portal once you submit your application. For students using The Common Application, the physician assistant essay can be found under writing supplements.

ESSAY

You can answer each of the following questions (below). Essays should not exceed 750 words. Please answer all of these questions in your essay:

  1. Why have you chosen the physician assistant profession over other healthcare professions? 
  2. Describe what makes you distinctly qualified to pursue the physician assistant professional degree at D'Youville. 
  3. Identify the methods you used to research the physician assistant profession.
  4. Provide examples of how you found the physician assistant profession to be different from other healthcare professions.

The D'Youville First-Years Experience (DFX) is a program designed to help you successfully adjust to college life.

Transitioning from high school to college can be challenging and stressful. D'Youville's First-Year Experience (DFX) gives first-year students the individualized attention they need to adjust to college life and be successful. 

First Year Experience (FYE)

All freshman students are enrolled in FYE 100 during their first semester on campus. These small, interactive classes help students learn more about their transition to college and become connected to the D'Youville community.

undergraduate orientation