Axe ’Em, Jacks!
Students who don't meet admission requirements may pursue alternative methods for admission.
Considerations for extenuating circumstances
Extenuating circumstances
The Academic Opportunity Program is designed to identify first-semester freshman students who did not meet the admission requirements as a result of significant extenuating circumstances. Space is limited and documentation required. Applications must be submitted at least five business days before the semester and are reviewed on a continuing basis for the fall and spring semesters.
Transfer from another institution
Option to transfer
First-semester freshmen not meeting admission requirements may attend an accredited community college or four-year university to gain admission to SFA for a future semester if they successfully complete:
- at least 15 semester hours of transferable work after high school graduation
- with a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
Reapply to SFA: When you reapply for admission to SFA, submit all official college transcript(s) that reflect the above completed criteria.
Students who participate in the Jacks Jumpstart program may not need to reapply to SFA for admission.
Transfer to SFA in a year without reapplying!
Offered online and in-person at Angelina College, the Jacks Jumpstart program is designed for first-semester freshmen who don't meet admission requirements and would like a seamless transition to life as a Lumberjack.
Requirements for admission to SFA:
- If you receive the offer from SFA to join the Jacks Jumpstart program, be sure to opt in by May 1.
- Complete 15-30 semester hours of transferable core classes through the Jacks Jumpstart program.
- Achieve a minimum 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale.
- Be "college ready" according to the Texas Success Initiative.
Students who complete this program and its requirements are eligible to transfer to SFA within one academic year without reapplying.
If you have questions about the Jacks Jumpstart program, email JacksJumpstart@angelina.edu.