Applicants with Criminal Histories

Applicants with criminal findings may not be eligible for admission to Immaculata University, except in outstanding circumstances as determined by the president. Applicants having convictions (other than minor traffic violations) will be asked to submit full disclosure of the facts and circumstances of the incident for review by the Office of Undergraduate Admission or college offices on a case-by-case basis.

Criminal Background Waiver

Immaculata University is committed to ensuring that students have the ability to benefit from the education received at the University.

Although it may not be required for initial admission to the University, certain affiliates associated with Immaculata University may require that students placed in their facility for internships or clinical experiences clear a criminal background check prior to placement.

Students whose background check reveals a criminal history may be prevented access to the internship or clinical site, and as a result, the student may not have sufficient experience to successfully complete their program. Immaculata University and its staff and faculty are not responsible for finding internship or clinical placements for students who are rejected from potential opportunities due to criminal histories or drug use, and students are prohibited from engaging in internships or clinical experiences that have not been pre-approved by the University. Additionally, state licensing boards may deny the individual the opportunity to sit for an examination if an applicant has a criminal history. The student is responsible for the cost of the criminal background screen(s) at the time of the screening.

Additional Provisions

• Falsification of information, including omission of relevant information, may result in denial of admission or dismissal from the educational program or University.
• Criminal activity that occurs while a student is in attendance at the University may result in disciplinary action, including dismissal, and will be addressed through the Code of Student Conduct and Student Disciplinary Procedures.
• Students should be aware that drug testing may also be required for clearance to internship and clinical placement sites.