Sinclair Direct
Admission Program
Your path to Sinclair starts before graduation.
Sinclair Direct gives eligible high school seniors at participating schools an early, guaranteed offer of admission to Sinclair College, along with support to help make the transition from high school to college easier.
Welcome, Future Sinclair Students!
College may be closer than you think. Through Sinclair Direct, eligible graduating seniors from participating local school districts receive guaranteed admission to Sinclair before high school graduation.
But Sinclair Direct is about more than receiving an acceptance. Sinclair and your high school will work together to help you understand your options, complete important enrollment steps, explore careers and programs, navigate financial aid, and prepare for your first semester at Sinclair.
More Than an Acceptance Letter
Sinclair Direct is designed to create a supported pathway from high school to college and help you feel prepared for what comes next.
Guaranteed Admission
Eligible graduating seniors receive an early offer of admission to Sinclair before high school graduation.
Enrollment Support
Get help understanding enrollment steps, program options, orientation, onboarding, and what you need to do before classes begin.
Financial Aid Guidance
Sinclair will provide FAFSA completion assistance and financial aid guidance to help students and families navigate paying for college.
Career & Academic Planning
Explore career options, academic programs, and pathways with support from Sinclair before your first semester begins.
What Can I Expect?
Sinclair Direct connects you with support throughout the transition from high school to college.
Sinclair and participating schools are working together to make college enrollment easier to understand and help students move confidently from acceptance to their first semester.
- Early admission notification before high school graduation
- Admissions presentations and application support
- Enrollment guidance and help understanding your next steps
- FAFSA completion assistance and financial aid guidance
- Academic advising and career exploration
- Campus visits and enrollment events for students and families
- Orientation and onboarding support
- Connections to tutoring and other Sinclair student success resources
Participating School Districts
Sinclair Direct currently partners with seven local school districts to help students make a successful transition from high school to college.
Dayton Public Schools
Jefferson Township Local Schools
Mad River Local Schools
Northridge Local Schools
Trotwood-Madison City Schools
Valley View Local Schools
West Carrollton City Schools
The Montgomery County Educational Service Center helps bring participating districts together and supports regional collaboration.
Already Part of Sinclair Direct?
We're excited to help you take the next step toward college.
Watch for information from Sinclair and your high school about enrollment activities, financial aid assistance, campus visits, orientation, and other opportunities created for Sinclair Direct students.
Questions About Sinclair Direct?
Your high school counselor and Sinclair's admissions team can help you understand your next steps.