A liberal arts education is a well-rounded, holistic approach to preparation for life and career. Instead of a sole focus on one specific area or skill, liberal arts schools teach soft skills like research, critical thinking, leadership, team work, writing, and communication in addition to specific majors and concentrations. Liberal arts students benefit from the interconnection between core classes and major classes. At Union, every student takes the same set of core classes. They build upon each other and are spread throughout all four years.

Employers value liberal arts educated employees because of their soft skills. In a survey initiated by The Association of American Colleges and Universities, employers listed soft skills they look for in employees including oral communication, critical thinking, ethical judgment, working effectively in teams, written communication, and real-world application of skills and knowledge. (Harvard Business Review)

Graduates of liberal arts colleges may not begin their careers with a high income, but over the decades, a liberal arts degree pays off. A Georgetown University study found that the median return on investment in a liberal arts education 40 years after enrollment is close to $1 million, which is 25% higher than the median for all colleges. (The Washington Post)

Union Commonwealth University offers rolling admission. We don't set an application deadline so you can apply online anytime. 

Upon receiving your application, one of our admission counselors will reach out to you within a week.

If you have all your required documents at the time you apply, you should have your award letter within 72 hours.

To apply for financial aid, you have to fill out your FAFSA application. This application is through the United States Government and allows you to add ten college’s to the application. Want Union to receive your financial aid award? Enter code 001988 on your application. 

Once the FAFSA form is completed and you've applied to Union, we can give you an award letter!

We recognize paying for college is a top concern for our students and their families. We pride ourselves on helping you with your investment.

At Union, 100% of students receive scholarship/aid, meaning nobody pays sticker price.

With that being said, a lot of factors play in to your scholarship package including where you live, your GPA, your extracurriculars and your FAFSA. 

Our admissions and financial aid team work closely together and will review your application to see what you qualify for. See an example award letter here.

1) Submit your enrollment deposit here

2) Complete your housing application here

First year students (non-commuters) are required to live on campus. After their frist year, students may apply to live off-campus. Students applying to live off-campus must meet certain criteria for approval. Please consult the Student Handbook for a complete listing of requirements.

However, most students and alumni will agree, there is no better way to make lasting connections at Union than living in one of our residence halls.