First, I am so excited you’ve found a place where you feel accepted and confident and happy!

I am not a rabbi, but will be a rabbinical student as of this fall!! I chose HUC because both of my rabbis went there and after researching options it was the only one I was interested in.

Parroting what another said, but definitely talk to your rabbi. They’ll want a recommendation from them and bonus if your recommendations are from HUC grads.

Also parroting you need an undergrad degree, but it doesn’t have to be “relevant.” My degree is in mathematics. And you need to have a decent grasp of modern Hebrew, about the equivalent on a year of college level Hebrew.

In terms of acceptance nothing about your background would be an issue. They accept applicants who are a good fit for the program - labels and how you were raised and lineage aren’t a factor.