How to Apply
Our application process is simple. Follow the instructions outlined here to get started. Remember, if you have any questions, our office is more than happy to help! When admitting new students, we look for those who will not only meet the challenges of an Endicott education, but will contribute to our campus as individuals. We give careful consideration to each applicant, so do your best to share who you are with us.
Steps to Applying for Undergraduate Students
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Complete Application
Start your application now! Our online application is easy to use, you can upload your essay and pay your $50 application fee. Please note, we do not participate in the Common Application.
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Submit Transcripts and Scores
- An official transcript of your high school or secondary school record including senior year first quarter/marking period grades. We ask that you have your high school forward this information directly to the Office of Admission. If you have not graduated from high school, please submit a GED certificate issued by your state Department of Education.
- Test Scores (optional). Submission of SAT or ACT scores is optional for all programs.
- The College requests that test scores be sent directly from ETS (code 3369) or ACT (code 1824). There may be a delay in recording test scores if you choose not to provide your Social Security number to the testing service. Please notify our office so that we can verify your scores manually.
- Prior to your enrollment at Endicott, be sure to send your official final high school transcript.
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Additional Materials
- Submit a letter of recommendation from a guidance counselor and/or teacher.
- Resume (optional). You may submit a resume highlighting your leadership, extracurricular and athletic activities, work experience, and other secondary school accomplishments.
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Check Your StatusOnce you have submitted all of your materials, it's only a matter of time before you hear back! Check your application status to ensure the Office of Admission has received all your required materials.
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Early Decision Admission Plan
Binding application for students who have made the decision that Endicott College is their first choice. Applicants are required to sign a commitment form that if offered admission, you will attend Endicott and withdraw all other applications.
Application Deadline: November 1
Document Deadline: November 15
Decision Notification: December 15Application Checklist: Application, $50 application fee, essay, secondary school transcript (grades 9-11), letter of recommendation, Early Decision Commitment Form, test scores (optional for all programs).
All early decision applicants are required to submit an Early Decision Agreement to complete their application.
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Early Action Admission Plan
Non-binding application for students who are interested in learning an admission decision earlier than regular decision and are confident of their academic record through junior year. Early action applicants are not required to submit grades from their senior year.
Deadline: November 1
Document Deadline: November 15
Decision Notification: December 23
Financial Aid Priority Deadline: March 15
Candidate’s Reply Date: May 1Application Checklist: Application, $50 application fee, essay, secondary school transcript (grades 9-11), letter of recommendation, test scores (optional for all programs).
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Early Action II Admission Plan
Non-binding application for students who are interested in learning an admission decision earlier than regular decision.
Deadline: December 15
Document Deadline: January 6
Decision Notification: February 15
Financial Aid Priority Deadline: March 15
Candidate’s Reply Date: May 1Application Checklist: Application, $50 application fee, essay, secondary school transcript (grades 9-11), first marking period grades of senior year, letter of recommendation, test scores (optional for all programs).
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Nursing Admission Plan
Students interested in applying to our nursing program must select either the Early Decision or Early Action Application to be given full consideration to the program. Applications submitted after the deadline will be reviewed, should space remain available.
Deadline: November 1
Document Deadline: November 15
Early Decision Notification: December 15
Early Action Notification: December 23
Financial Aid Priority Deadline: March 15
Candidate’s Reply Date: May 1
Application Checklist: Application, $50 application fee, essay, secondary school transcript (grades 9-11), letter of recommendation, and test scores (optional). First marking period grades (senior year) are not required for Early Decision and Early Action applicants. -
Regular Decision Admission Plan
A non-binding application decision plan. Students applying to the College under the regular decision admission plan will receive notification of their admission decision no later than March 15.
Deadline: February 15* (extended from February 1)
Document Deadline: March 1 (extended from February 15)
Decision Notification: no later than March 15**
Financial Aid Priority Deadline: March 15
Candidate’s Reply Date: May 1Application Checklist: Application, $50 application fee, essay, secondary school transcript (grades 9-11), first marking period grades of senior year, letter of recommendation, test scores (optional for all program).
*We will continue to accept applications for some programs after February 15, please contact us to inquire.
**Admission decisions will be released on a bi-weekly basis beginning on or before February 1. All completed regular decision applicants will receive their admission decision by March 15.
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International Applicants
Deadline: February 1
Document Deadline: February 15
Decision Notification: no later than March 15
Financial Aid Priority Deadline: March 15
Candidate’s Reply Date: May 1For more details including information on required items, please visit our International Student Admission page.
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Spring Semester Admission Plan
Thinking of joining our Endicott College community for the spring semester? First-year students and transfers who are looking to begin classes in January are encouraged to begin communicating with us well before the application and financial aid deadline.
Learn more about the Spring Semester Application process, application requirements, and prior credit approval. Please contact Assistant Director of Admission, Anna Mednick, at amednick@endicott.edu with any questions regarding spring semester admission.
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Transfer Students
If you are enrolled at another institution and are interested in making Endicott your home, we welcome you to submit an application to transfer. We embrace all potential transfers who appeal to an undergraduate student experience that is engaging, creative, and nurturing to their needs.
Learn more about the Transfer Student Admission process, application requirements, and prior credit approval.
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Transfer Credits
Learn more about transfer credits, including undergraduate and graduate programs, Advanced Placement (AP), College Level Examination Program (CLEP), international students, military families, the American Council on Education, and Prior Learning Assessments (PLA).
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Financial Aid Application Deadline
Financial Aid Application Deadlines Decision Plan Financial Aid Application Deadline Early Decision November 15 Early Action March 15 Nursing - Priority Deadline March 15 Regular Decision March 15 Transfer Admission (Fall) March 15 Spring Applicants (First-Year and Transfer Applicants) December 15 You will receive notification of your financial aid award 2-4 weeks after receiving your offer of admission, pending your completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has been submitted to Endicott. Applicants offered admission through the Early Decision Application Plan will receive their financial aid award with their offer of admission.
Additional Information
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Change of Program
Should you decide to change your program of study after admission is offered, you must request a change in writing to the Office of Admission at admission@endicott.edu.
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Transferring AP Credits
We participate in the Advanced Placement Program of the College Board. Course exemption and/or credit will be awarded to students presenting scores of 3 or higher on AP examinations, except for math and science exams, which require a minimum score of 4. The AP Credit Matrix (updated in 2012) is available on the Registrar page. Please request that your scores be sent to our Office of Admission directly from the College Board (Code 3369). Once the scores have been evaluated, you will be notified of any advanced standing awarded.
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Admission EssayIn the admission process applicants are required to submit an essay on a topic of their choice.
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Optional Additional Short Answer Questions
- Why are you interested in applying to Endicott?
- Endicott College is committed to fostering an environment that honors all individuals. We celebrate diversity and hold it as our responsibility to move our community toward becoming a stronger reflection of our interconnected world. If you desire, please share how elements of your background, identity or interest(s) have influenced your individual experience.
Admission Guidelines
Transfer Students
If you're transferring to Endicott from another institution, you'll want to review the transfer application checklist.
International Students
International students are required to submit additional application documents to be considered for admission.
Military Families Admission
Find more information unique to the military application processes, including family members using military benefits.
Graduate and Professional Studies Admission
Learn more about graduate and Endicott College Van Loan School of Professional Studies programs.