A student from another accredited college or university who takes courses at KSU with the intent to transfer the credits back to their home institution.

Non-matriculating Student

An individual who is not pursuing a degree and is not fully enrolled at another accredited college or university.

Teaching "Receiving" Institution

The institution where a visiting student enrolls in a course. For the purposes of this policy, KSU is the teaching institution.

PROCESS:

Eligibility Requirements

To be admitted as a visiting or non-matriculating student, an individual must:

  • Be in good academic standing at their current or most recently attended institution.
  • Be eligible to re-enroll at their home institution (if applicable).
  • If transferring credits, attend a home institution that is regionally accredited.

Application Requirements

A prospective visiting or non-matriculating student must:

  • Apply for admission through the KSU Office of Admissions.
  • Submit an official transcript or letter of good standing from their home institution that provides approval for the student to take courses at Kentucky State University.

REFERENCES AND RELATED MATERIALS:

  • Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
  • SACSCOC Principles of Accreditation
  • Student Code of Conduct

CONTACTS:

SubjectOfficeTelephoneE-mail
General QuestionsOffice of the Provost(502) 597-6946Michael.Dailey@kysu.edu

HISTORY:

Revision TypeDate of Issuance/RevisionDrafter(s)/Editor(s)
Issued (New Policy)December 2023Scott Wicker
Substantive RevisionsJune 2025Zach Atwell