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Students who have earned collegelevel credits by participating in a dual enrollment program or have earned credit by examination (e.g. , IB, AP, CLEP) while in high school are considered freshmen.  \nThe following first-time freshman section applies to citizens/permanent residents of the United States, and to international students who are completing high school in the United States. International students or citizens/permanent residents of the United States who completed high school or college studies in foreign countries should refer to the section on International Student Admission below.  \nRequired Documents  \nFreshmen applicants must submit the following:  \n• Apply Texas Application ([https://www.applytexas.org/adappc/gen/c_start.WBX](https://www.applytexas.org/adappc/gen/c_start.WBX)) ([www.applytexas.org](www.applytexas.org))  \n• Official high school transcript or official GED score report  \n• The document must indicate: (1) the high school curriculum completed (e.g. , distinguished level of achievement under the Foundation, Recommended High School Program, or Distinguished Achievement High School Program--Advanced High School Program),(2) rank, and  \n(3) graduation (actual or expected) date. The academic transcript must be submitted directly from the issuing high school to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions and Recruitment.  \n• All transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by an English translation prepared by the educational institution, an American Consulate, or a certified English translator. The Office of Admissions and Recruitment does not endorse any credential evaluation agency over another.  \n• At least one of the following:  \n• College placement test scores including:  \n• Official SAT and/or ACT scores  \n• Official test scores must be sent directly to UTEP from the testing agency  \n• Texas Success Initiative Assessment scores  \n• Demonstration of college-readiness placement, including:  \n• Earned dual credit that demonstrates college readiness placement  \n• Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate credits that demonstrate college readiness placement  \n• A writing sample  \n• Students have the option of submitting a writing sample to UTEP. Writing samples are not required, but may help expedite the admissions process for students who are unable to submit standardized test scores or for students whose scores do not adequately reflect their academic potential. Prospective students should contact the Office of Admissions and Recruitment for more detailed information about submitting a writing sample.  \nAll documents submitted to the University become part of the official files of the University and cannot be released or returned to the student or to another institution, nor may documents be released by way a copy.  \nA student who completed AP (Advanced Placement), CLEP (College Level Examination Program), International Baccalaureate (IB), SAT II Subject Exams, or DSST (DANTES Subject Standardized Tests), must submit official score report to be awarded credit. Official military AARTS, JST, or SMART transcripts, if applicable, must be submitted prior to awarding credit. For any other type of examination refer to the \"Credit for Non-Traditional Educational Experiences\" section of this catalog.  \nHigh School Preparation  \nAll new first-year students must successfully complete the distinguished level of achievement under the Foundation, Recommended, or Advanced High School Program from a Texas public high school as outlined under Texas Education Code, §28 .025 ([https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/ED/](https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/Docs/ED/)[ ](https://sta","cbCaidUhsXnwseH7","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaidUhsXnwseH7","pdf",29727,"English","# Eligibility for First-Time Freshman\n# Required Documents\n## Application and Transcripts\n## Test Scores and Placement\n## Writing Sample (Optional)\n# Submission and Credit Policies\n# High School Preparation Requirements","[{\"question\":\"Who qualifies as a first-time freshman for admission?\",\"answer\":\"Applicants who have never attended another college or university after high school graduation, or have not earned college credit through nontraditional methods, apply as freshmen. 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