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Post University

#1809 in US ranking Waterbury, CT
Type:
Private for-profit
Programs:
4 years or more

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Cost

Cost / year
$28,261
Tuition & fees
$32,525
Avg. aid
$5,717
Receiving aid
98%

Outcomes

Graduation rate
25%
Median salary
$52,694
1 yr after graduation

What is the accreditation of Post University?

Post University is institutionally accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE). Institutional accreditation evaluates the university as a whole. It is distinct from approval or specialized accreditation for an individual nursing, education, or other professional program.

For students, institutional accreditation is relevant to eligibility for federal student aid and to how other institutions assess credits, but it does not guarantee that another college will accept a particular course. Professional licensing can involve additional requirements, including program approval, specialized accreditation, supervised experience, and state examinations. Applicants to a licensure-track program should verify the status of their specific degree and the rules of the state where they intend to practice before enrolling.

What are the admission requirements at Post University?

Post University reports an open-admission policy for general undergraduate admission. Degree-seeking applicants should expect to document high school completion or an accepted equivalent, such as a GED, and provide records needed to establish eligibility. Open admission does not mean automatic entry into every major or graduate program.

Applicants should use the application route for their intended campus or online program and follow its instructions for official transcripts. A published university-wide SAT or ACT cutoff is not established here, so applicants should not assume test scores are mandatory. Graduate, nursing, education, and other specialized programs may set separate academic, professional, or placement requirements. International applicants should also confirm the English-language documentation and immigration requirements applicable to their program.

Start dates can differ substantially between campus-based and online study. Before submitting an application, check the relevant term's deadline and whether transcripts or other documents must arrive before a decision can be made.

What are the application fees and waivers at Post University?

Applicants should check the fee shown for their specific Post University application route before submitting it. A single current fee amount should not be assumed to apply to campus undergraduates, online applicants, transfer students, and graduate applicants alike.

If a fee would be a barrier, ask admissions whether a waiver applies to your applicant category and how to request it before submission. An application fee, if charged, is separate from a later enrollment deposit or tuition payment. The application's final review screen is the practical place to confirm what, if anything, will be charged.

What types of ROTC programs are available at Post University?

Students interested in Army, Air Force, or Navy ROTC should not assume that enrolling at Post University automatically gives them access to a unit on the Waterbury campus. Participation through another college, if permitted, would require confirmation from that branch's host unit and coordination with Post's course schedule.

Ask the relevant ROTC host whether Post students may cross-enroll, how training travel works, and which academic and citizenship rules apply. ROTC scholarships and participation are separate decisions from university admission; some ROTC paths also lead to a military service obligation.

What are the requirements for transfer students at Post University?

Post University accepts transfer applications and generally considers credit earned at accredited institutions. It also reports accepting certain credit recommendations or examinations, including CLEP, DSST/DANTES, and American Council on Education recommendations. Acceptance into the university and acceptance of a specific course toward a degree are separate decisions.

Transfer applicants should be prepared to submit official transcripts from every college attended and any additional records required for their program. Post reports transfer entry opportunities in fall, winter, spring, and summer, but the available start date depends on the degree and format. Ask for an official, program-specific credit evaluation showing which courses satisfy major requirements, which count only as electives, and how many credits must still be completed at Post.

Prior learning and examination credit can reduce remaining coursework when it fits the degree plan; it should not be treated as a guaranteed number of credits. Students entering a licensure-track program should pay particular attention to limits on transferring clinical, laboratory, or upper-level professional courses.

What types of study abroad programs are available at Post University?

Students considering international study should confirm whether Post University currently approves a study-abroad option for their particular degree. An independently established, university-wide semester exchange or guaranteed study-abroad pathway is not a sound assumption for every Post student, especially those enrolled online.

Before paying an outside provider, obtain written academic approval identifying the courses that would transfer back, how they would satisfy degree requirements, and whether aid could be used. Timing matters for programs with sequenced courses, clinical placements, or a fixed graduation plan.

How to Apply to Post University

Early Decision

No

Early Action

No

Post University First-Year Students

Where first-year students come from

In-state: 82
Out-of-state: 1,208
International: 37

Freshmen vs. transfer students

Freshmen: 1,327
Transfer: 3,112

Post University Admission Requirements

High school completions

General Educational Development (GED) required

Computer required

No

Computer purchase/lease plan is available in the institution

Yes

Open admission policy

Yes

Dual credit

No

Credit for life experiences

Yes

Advanced placement (AP) credits

Yes

Special learning opportunities

Orientation program

Yes

Disabilities services

Yes

Off-campus study

Yes

Study abroad

No

Weekend/evening college

Yes

Student can complete their preparation in certain areas of specialization

No

Preparation at another institution required

No

Approved by the state for initial certification or licensure of teacher

No

Post University Transfer Acceptance Rate

Generally accepts credits

Yes

Accept ACE recommendation for credit

Yes

Possible transfer

Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer

Data last updated on November 2, 2026

Data sources: IPEDS 2024-25, Peterson 2026, College Scorecard 10/2026, Clery 2024 (2023-24), OpenAlex 2026

Figures on this profile come from federal and third-party datasets in the editions listed above and are refreshed periodically, so they may differ from what the institution currently reports. Confirm costs, deadlines and requirements with the school before making decisions.