Admissions
Admissions
Old Main lawn in the summer time. The sun shines through tall trees and casts big shadows on the bright green lawn. A red Japanese maple by the staircase stands out with its rusty foliage.

Which type of applicant are you?

First-Year and Running Start

Application Deadlines

Fall Quarter (Early Action) November 1

Fall Quarter (Regular Decision) January 31

Winter Quarter September 15

Spring Quarter January 1

Transfer

Application Deadlines

Fall & Summer Quarters March 1

Winter Quarter September 15

Spring Quarter January 1

International

Application Deadlines

Fall Quarter (Early Action) November 1

Fall Quarter (Regular Decision) January 31

Winter Quarter September 15

Spring Quarter January 1

Note: First-year students are not eligible to begin summer quarter.

Fall & Summer Quarters* March 1

Winter Quarter September 15

Spring Quarter January 1

*Due to the intensive academic nature of summer quarter and limited course options, summer quarter entry is strongly discouraged for new international students. Students should contact International Student and Scholar Services to receive advisement prior to applying for summer quarter.

Post-Baccalaureate

Application Deadlines

Fall & Summer Quarters March 1

Winter Quarter September 15

Spring Quarter January 1

 

Returning Student

Application Deadlines

We accept applications for returning students on a rolling basis, and processing times vary depending on the first day of the term. The sooner you apply, the more quickly you will receive a decision and be eligible to register for classes.

Location Programs

Application Deadlines

Fall & Summer Quarters March 1

Winter Quarter September 15

Spring Quarter January 1

 

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