Apply as an Undergraduate Student
Ready to apply? First-year, international, and transfer students will need to complete our online application. If you need more information about specific admissions criteria or supplemental materials, check under your applicant type below.
First-Year Students
Learn about the criteria your admission decision will be based on, what materials you need to submit, and the dates and deadlines for your application.
First-Year International Students
If you’re applying as a first-year international student, there are specific criteria, materials and deadlines you must meet.
Transfer Students
Find out about the criteria, materials and deadlines you must meet if you’re planning to transfer from another college or university.
Apply as a Graduate Student
Submit your application, supplementary materials and application fee.
Domestic or Permanent-Resident Application
Get information about the required materials for applying as a domestic or permanent-resident graduate student.
International Application
Get information about the required materials for applying as an international graduate student.

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