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Admission and Aid

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The exceptional offerings of our life-changing education are possible for you — we're dedicated to ensuring it. Among the lowest cost of all liberal arts colleges according to U.S. News & World Report, we also offer generous merit-based scholarships and need-based financial aid, fellowships, ROTC opportunities, and more. It's easy to apply.

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We are interested in you — the whole you. Our holistic approach to evaluating applicants means that we don't consider standardized test scores; your transcript, co-curriculars, personal statement, recommendations, and more will give us a sense of your unique and potential contribution to the ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø community. We have several application options, and our checklists make the process straightforward. 

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Once you're here, you'll know — there's simply no college experience that is quite like ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø. When you visit, we can help you see how to make ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø financially possible and you can connect with your personal admission counselor. We'll walk you through every step of the admissions process and make your journey to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø seamless and welcoming.

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Deadlines, programs of study, resources for students in unique situations — if you have questions, we can answer them.

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Once you've been admitted, the world of ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø events, resources, and campus contacts comes alive. Confirm your spot in your incoming class, and start your ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø journey today.

Understand the Admission Process

We'll help you stay on track as you navigate our straightforward admission process.

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Know your Deadlines

Early Decision (applicants committing to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø): November 1 and January 15

Early Action (early applicants not committing to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø): November 15

Regular Decision: January 31

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Submit Your Application

Submit the Common App, a transcript, a counselor and teacher recommendation; SAT/ACT scores and a video of your "elevator pitch" introducing yourself are optional.

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Start the financial aid process

·¬ÇÑÉçÇø has merit-based and need-based scholarships, grants, fellowships, and other forms of aid. Be sure to fill out a FAFSA application.

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Research Scholarships

Fellowships give you a chance to participate in important study, research, creative work, and service with like-minded peers. While you are considered for general merit-based scholarships with your Common Application, these fellowships require a specialized application process.

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Make your deposit

Our portal makes it easy to make your deposit and officially join the next world-changing ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø class.

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Sign up for orientation

Prepare for your transition to ·¬ÇÑÉçÇø in the fall! All incoming students should attend orientation, which features both virtual and in-person experiences.