For Counselors
Yes, Counselors, we included a page just for you.
Here you can find information on application deadlines, scholarship deadlines and links to online applications your students may need. We are always available to answer your questions, so do not hesitate to contact us at 205-665-6030 or admissions@orkexpo.net.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Admissions representative covers my school?
Please visit our Meet the Staff page to learn who your Admissions representative is for your school this academic year.
What is the application deadline?
For an entering freshman student, the fall priority deadline to apply is August 1 and spring priority deadline is December 1. To be considered for merit based scholarships, an incoming freshman student must be admitted by February 1.
For an entering transfer student, the fall priority deadline is August 1 and the spring priority deadline is December 1. To be considered for merit based transfer scholarships, an incoming transfer student must be admitted by June 1.
What is the scholarship process and deadline?
Any entering freshman wishing to be considered for academic scholarships must be admitted to the university by February 1st of their senior year. There is not a separate application; the admission application serves as your scholarship application. However, the Montevallo Ambassador Program Scholarship (M.A.P.S.) requires a résumé and potential interview on campus. Please visit the scholarships page to learn more.
A student transferring from a two-year community college must be admitted by June 1 prior to enrolling in the fall term.
Once accepted, your student can fill out the Supplemental Scholarship Application to apply for additional scholarships including departmental, leadership and needs based.
How can I send my student’s transcripts and test scores?
- Parchment
- Escrip-Safe
- National Student Clearinghouse
- SENDedu
- Scoir
- Snail Mail
- Fax
What if my student doesn’t meet the admissions criteria?
The Office of Admissions encourages all students to apply for admission to the University. Students not accepted based off of admissions criteria and wishing to appeal the admissions decision should contact the Office of Undergraduate Admissions for further instruction.
Are there leadership-based scholarships and/or departmental scholarships?
Yes, the University of Montevallo does offer scholarships based upon a student’s involvement and extracurricular activities in school. Students not meeting the criteria for academic-based scholarships are encouraged to submit a résumé, along with completing the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) as demonstrated need is also considered in awarding such scholarships. Leadership-based scholarships are generally awarded in March and early April.
Supplemental Scholarship Application
Can I check my student’s status online?
You can check on the status of a student’s application by contacting the Office of Admissions at 205-665-6030 or admissions@orkexpo.net.
My student has been accepted—now what?
- Fill out the housing application.
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
- Setup for UM Email Account (student will need their UM username and password sent to them from Admissions)
- Attend New Student Orientation on campus.
- All incoming students are required to submit their Medical History and proof of MMR to Student Health Services.
- Pay the $100 Enrollment Deposit (fall tuition prepayment). This one-time fee confirms your student’s spot in the incoming class, is non-refundable, must be paid before registering for orientation, and will apply as credit to their university student account.
Can I bring a group of my students for a tour of campus?
Yes, group tours of campus are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:00pm. Click here to fill out our Group Tour registration form.
