Congratulations! Among 5,500+ applications, you hold the academic know-how, varied interests and talents, empathy, and curiosity The College of Wooster seeks in future students. We welcome you and your family to our vibrant community of global learners.
Admitted students may submit their enrollment deposit on or before May 1. We encourage students who are ready to choose Wooster to submit their deposit so we may provide important next steps about housing and course registration, and we highly encourage international students to submit your deposit early so we can begin supporting your I-20 process as soon as possible.
Become a Scot! Log into to your Admitted Student Portal to pay the non-refundable $400 enrollment deposit, which secures your place in the Class of 2030. Call our office at 330-263-2322 if we can be of help.
The 2026-2027 FAFSA is now live. Our Financial Aid team is here to help you navigate the FAFSA. For full instructions on how to apply for financial aid at Wooster, click here. Add Wooster to your FAFSA with the code 003037.
All domestic students pursuing financial aid will be required to complete the FAFSA. Submit by our January 1 FAFSA Priority deadline to be the first to receive your financial aid award.
To speak to a member of our Financial Aid Office, please call 330-263-2317 or email financialaid@wooster.edu.
Scot Showcase
Attend a Scot Showcase admitted student visit program this spring for an immersive experience of life at Wooster. This year, Scot Showcases are offered as one day or two day programs. View tentative schedules for these programs here.
Individual Campus Visit
Register for an individual weekday or weekend visit using this link. Most weekday visits can provide an opportunity to observe a class, eat in the dining hall or meet with professors or coaches. All visitors must register in advance.
Virtual conversations
Looking for other ways to explore Wooster and connect with our campus community virtually? Sign up for a virtual admissions conversation.
- Domestic Students: Register here
- International Students: Register here
International Student Experience
International Alumni Panel – Hear from our international alumni on their Wooster experience and how it contributed to their professional goals.
International Open House – Learn more about next steps, hear from current students and faculty, and understand what resources are available for international students at Wooster.
Ghanian Student Virtual Meet & Greet – Meet our students from Ghana and learn more about their experiences at Wooster.
South Asian Student Virtual Meet & Greet – Meet our students from South Asia and learn more about their experiences at Wooster.
Virtual Panels
Scot Parent Panel – Hear what parents of current Wooster students have to share about their experience with Wooster. This event is ideal for all parents and supporters of potential Future Scots!
Financing a Wooster Education – Engage with representatives from Admissions and Financial Aid to learn more about the value of a Wooster education, merit scholarships, and need-based financial aid opportunities for students eligible to submit the FAFSA.
Virtual Class: Earth Sciences – Join us online for a virtual class experience led by Dr. Gregory Wiles, Shoolroy Chair of Natural Resources and Professor of Earth Sciences.
Virtual Class: Sociology/Anthropology – Join us online for a virtual class experience led by Dr. Anne Nurse, Professor of Sociology and Anthropology.
Classroom to Career – Big Schools, Small Schools, Liberal Arts, Honors Colleges – with so many choices, what makes a school stand apart? Join us to learn how Wooster can help you find your major and launch a successful career.
On-demand virtual tour
Congratulations! Students entering college in the fall of 2026 can look to receive contact from The College of Wooster about important next steps beginning in February. Information listed here will continue to be updated as we look forward to welcoming you on campus.
ARCH (class registration), Orientation, and Move-in Dates for fall 2026 are now available. Please view our New Student Checklist page to view all of the onboarding steps at Wooster due by June 1, July 1, and throughout the summer.
Dates for Move-In and New Student Orientation:
- International Student Orientation: Tuesday, August 11 – Friday, August 14
- New Student Move-In: Saturday, August 15
- New Student Orientation: Saturday, August 15 – Tuesday, August 18
- Classes Begin: Wednesday, August 19
If you are exploring deferring enrollment (taking a gap semester or year), please visit this page.
Please contact our office at admissions@wooster.edu or by calling 330-263-2322.