How to Apply

You're a first-year applicant if you have completed or will complete a high school diploma or GED and have not attended a college or university since graduating. This includes students who completed college credits while they were still in high school.

 

  1. Access the Online Application 


  2. Click on "Create an account", fill out the required fields, and continue. 


  3. Login with your email and password. 


  4. Complete and submit your application with the $40 non-refundable fee.


  5. Submit the required documents listed below via the Application Status Portal

Dates & Deadlines

EARLY ACTION DEADLINE: Students who apply by this early action date will receive their admissions decision earlier, receive priority consideration for scholarships, and have early access to housing and orientation date selection. We encourage students to apply as soon as they can. 

REGULAR DECISION DEADLINE: Students must submit their application by this date to be considered for all merit scholarships. 

Admissions decisions are released on a rolling basis beginning October 1. After this initial date, the Office of Admissions typically communicates a decision within three weeks.

Application Timeline for Fall 2026
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August 1
Application Open

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October 1
Housing Application & FAFSA Open

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December 1
Early Action Deadline
 

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January 15
Regular Decision Deadline

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May 1
Confirm Deadline for Enrollment & Housing

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August 1
Final Application Deadline

Application Timeline for Spring 2026
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August 1
Application Open

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October 13
Housing Application 
Open

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October 15
Regular Decision 
Deadline
 

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December 1
Final Application 
Deadline