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Fall 2027 Applications Open

Your Journey
Starts Here.

CollegeWeb accepts students who are curious, driven, and ready to challenge themselves. We review every application holistically — your story matters as much as your GPA.

Early Decision:Nov 1, 2026
Regular Decision:Jan 15, 2027
Transfer:Mar 1, 2027
How to Apply

Four Steps to
Enrollment.

Our application process is designed to be transparent, fair, and straightforward — no surprises.

01

Explore & Research

Browse our 180+ programs, attend an Open Campus Day, and connect with current students through our Ambassador Program.

Open Days every month
02

Prepare Your Application

Gather transcripts, test scores, two recommendation letters, and a 650-word personal statement. No application fee required.

No application fee
03

Submit & Track

Submit through our online portal and track your application status in real time. Our team reviews every file personally within 3 weeks.

3-week review window
04

Receive Your Decision

Decisions are released via your applicant portal. Early Decision applicants receive decisions by December 15.

Dec 15 Early Decision
Application Requirements

What We Look
For.

We evaluate the whole person — not just grades and scores. Here's what a complete application includes.

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34%

Acceptance Rate

📄

3.2+ GPA

Recommended

Academic Transcripts

Official high school transcripts showing minimum 3.2 GPA. We look at grade trends — upward trajectories are valued.

🎓

78%

Completion Rate

Optional Interview

A 30-minute conversation with an admissions counselor. Strongly recommended — 78% of accepted students complete one.

📊

Test Optional

Through 2028

Test Scores

SAT/ACT optional through 2028. Submitted scores are considered holistically alongside your coursework.

✉️

2 Letters

Required

Recommendations

Two letters — one academic, one character. Choose recommenders who know your intellectual curiosity, not just your grades.

✍️

650 Words

Maximum

Personal Statement

650 words. This is your opportunity to show us who you are beyond your academic record. We read every single one.

"I applied to seven schools. CollegeWeb was the only one that felt like they actually read what I wrote. The admissions counselor referenced my essay in our interview call — that told me everything."

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Sofia Martinez

Computer Science, Class of 2025

Now at Google DeepMind

$28k

Merit Award

3.9

Final GPA

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Financial Aid Available

Merit ScholarshipsUp to $40,000/yr
Need-Based GrantsAvg. $22,400/yr
Work-Study Programs2,100+ positions

72% of enrolled students receive some form of financial assistance.

Applications Open

Begin Your
Application.

Complete this interest form and an admissions counselor will reach out within 48 hours to guide your next steps.

Start Your Application

No fee · Takes 5 minutes

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Key Dates

2026–2027 Application Cycle

Early Decision Deadline
Nov 1, 2026
Early Decision Notification
Dec 15, 2026
Regular Decision Deadline
Jan 15, 2027
Financial Aid Priority Date
Feb 1, 2027
Regular Decision Notification
Mar 31, 2027
Enrollment Confirmation
May 1, 2027

Questions?

Our admissions counselors are available Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM EST.

Schedule a campus visit