Application options at The College of Wooster:
- Early Decision is considered binding, so, if you choose to apply under this option, you must also submit the Early Decision Agreement Form. This is an ideal option if you are certain Wooster is your top choice. Learn about the Benefits of Applying Early Decision.
- Early Action is a non-binding option that offers you an admission notification earlier in the process, and still allows you to consider other colleges and universities. Early Action applicants have until May 1 to make their final college decision. Please note that for the incoming class of 2024, deposit extension deadlines may be requested to May 15. Request your deposit extension here.
- Regular Decision applicants will receive an admissions decision by April 1 and have until May 1 to make their final college decision. Please note that for the incoming class of 2024, deposit extension deadlines may be requested to May 15. Request your deposit extension here. However, note that some of Wooster’s scholarships have a January 15 application deadline.
First-Year Applicants
| Application Round | Deadline Date | Notification Date | Deposit Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Decision I | November 1 | November 15 | December 1 |
| Early Action | November 30 | December 31 | May 1 |
| Early Decision II | January 15 | February 1 | February 15 |
| Regular Decision | Rolling | Rolling | May 1 |
Home-Schooled Students
| Application Round | Deadline Date | Notification Date | Deposit Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Decision I | November 1 | November 15 | December 1 |
| Early Action | November 15 | December 31 | May 1 |
| Early Decision II | January 15 | February 1 | February 15 |
| Regular Decision | March 15 | April 1 | May 1 |
Transfer Students
Students interested in transferring to The College of Wooster may do so up until the end of their sophomore year. We welcome transfer applications for Fall or Spring Semester.
Those interested in a spring start date must apply no later than December 15, 2023.
Those interested in a fall start date must apply no later than June 15, 2024.
Enrollment Deposit Deadlines
The non-refundable enrollment and security deposit of $400 is payable on or before May 1 (with the exception of Early Decision candidates). Please note that for the incoming class of 2024, deposit extension deadlines may be requested to May 15. Request your deposit extension here. Of the $400 deposit, $200 will be used to cover orientation expenses. The balance will be held until graduation or upon withdrawal from The College of Wooster.