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First-Year Deadlines

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Admissions Timeline forÌýIncoming
First-Year Main Campus Students

Write these dates down! From applying for admission to finding financial aid, these are some of the most important days to look forward to on your journey to become a Wildcat.

August 1Application OpensÂ鶹´«Ã½ application opens for the academic term beginning next fall (2026).
November 1Early Action Application DeadlineYour best option for admission, merit aid, and W.A. Franke Honors College consideration.*
January 15Early Action Admission Decision & Merit Aid ReleaseEarly Action applicants receive their admissions decision and merit aid offers.
April 1FAFSA Priority Filing DeadlineSubmit your FAFSA form to maximize your financial aid options.
*Applications received after November 1 will move to a Regular Decision timeline. Regular Decisions will be released in batches on a space-available basis during the spring after Early Action decisions have been announced.

Main Campus Application Deadlines

Display TitleApplication OpenApplication Deadline
Spring 2026April 1, 2025November 3, 2025
Summer 2026August 1, 2025November 1, 2025 (Early Action)
Fall 2026August 1, 2025November 1, 2025 (Early Action)

The Advantages of Applying Early

First-year main campus applicants who submit and complete their applications by the Early Action deadline ofÌýNovember 1, 2025Ìýwill receive priority scholarship consideration, pending availability of funds. Discover even more benefits of applying early.

A complete application consists of:

  • a fully submitted application
  • paid or waived application fee
  • self-reported courseworkÌý

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Important Financial Aid Dates

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens each fall. Fill out your FAFSA form to find out what types of financial aid you can be offered.

April 1 is the priority submission date, but you can submit your FAFSA form even earlier. Remember, the FAFSA is the best way to maximize your financial aid package.

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October 1
FAFSA Form OpensÂ鶹´«Ã½ application opens for the academic term beginning next fall (2026)
April 1
Fall FAFSA Priority Filing Deadline
November 1
Spring FAFSA Priority Filing Deadline

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More Academic Dates, Deadlines & Calendars

View (and bookmark) theÌýcurrent academic calendar, event calendars, plus:

  • admissions deadlines
  • registration dates
  • payment deadlines
  • final exam schedules

Calendars & Events

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Questions?

If you have more questions about applying to the Â鶹´«Ã½ as a first-year student,Ìýwe’re here to help. Contact the Office of Admissions to get additional application information, check your application status, and more.Ìý

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