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Learn more about how to apply to Â鶹ÊÓƵ as a first-year student.
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Undergraduate Admissions
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
United States
Applying to Â鶹ÊÓƵ
Â鶹ÊÓƵ is a diverse body of students, who represent all 50 states and more than 110 countries. Many of our students join us from other institutions, and bring a unique perspective to our community of changemakers. If you're looking for a school that will challenge you intellectually and provide you with access to one of the most international cities in the world, look no further.
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For families in need, we offer application fee waivers. Visit our application fee waiver page for instructions on how to apply to Â鶹ÊÓƵ without paying the $75 application fee.
How to Apply
Decision Plans & Deadlines
To provide students with the greatest flexibility, we offer four decision plans by which first-year applicants can apply for fall enrollment.Â
Early Decision
The Early Decision Plan at Â鶹ÊÓƵ is an application option for first-year students for whom Â鶹ÊÓƵ is their first choice.
Test Optional
Prospective students may apply to Â鶹ÊÓƵ through our Early or Regular Decision Plan without submitting standardized test scores.
First-Year Student Resources
Visits & Event
Want to visit campus or attend an event near you? Check out our Experience Â鶹ÊÓƵ page on ways to connect with us.
Special Academic Programs
Â鶹ÊÓƵ offers a variety of special academic programs to which prospective first-year students can apply to.Â
Credit By Exam
Â鶹ÊÓƵ will accept a maximum of 30 credit hours from one or a combination of specific tests.
Scholarships
All first-year applicants are automatically considered for academic/merit scholarships for which they are eligible.
Financial Aid
In order to be considered for need-based financial aid, students must complete the FAFSA and CSS Profile by the appropriate deadlines.
First-Year Deferral Policy
Students interested in deferring their admission for an intentional occasion must request a deferral by July 1.Â
Additional Resources
School Counselors
Our resource pages provides high school counselors the tools and information they need when assisting students considering Â鶹ÊÓƵ.
Home-Schooled Applicants
Â鶹ÊÓƵ welcomes applications from home-schooled students.
Undocumented Students
Â鶹ÊÓƵ welcomes students from around the world. Citizenship has never been a condition for admission to Â鶹ÊÓƵ.Â