Marshall Direct
Marshall Direct is a growing initiative from Marshall University designed to remove barriers to higher education and expand access to college for students across West Virginia. In partnership with local school districts, Marshall Direct offers direct admission to Marshall University – with no application, fees, or cost to students.
Through this program, eligible high school seniors can secure a spot at Marshall by simply opting in, making the transition to college smoother, more affordable, and more accessible than ever.
Students who meet the criteria below will automatically receive a direct admission offer to Marshall University in the fall of their senior year – no application or test scores required.
As President Brad D. Smith shared during the program’s Kanawha launch:
“Marshall Direct ensures that students across the state have direct access to opportunity – right here in West Virginia.”
For students to qualify, they must:
- Be on track to graduate from a participating high school
- Hold a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA
- Be pursuing a standard high school diploma
Marshall Direct is available to graduating seniors from our participating school districts. Students must opt in to the program through their school counselor or the designated process shared by their district.
We are proud to partner with the following school systems:
More school systems are coming soon!