Undergraduate Dates and Deadlines
The following are postmark deadlines for your undergraduate application and all corresponding materials (transcripts, essay, etc.). A fee of $50.00 applies to all applications and must be submitted with your application. We cannot process applications without payment of the application fee.
What if I miss my deadline?
If you miss the deadline, we will not consider you for admission. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as early as possible.
Graduate students should refer to the Graduate School and non-traditional students should refer to Outreach & Engagement for admissions deadlines.
Freshman Dates and Deadlines
Early Action (non-binding)
- November 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (application, transcripts, SAT/ACT scores etc.)
- Mid-January - Admission decisions posted online in the Applicant Center of MyMadison
- May 1 - Intent to enroll deposit deadline
- Frequently asked questions about Early Action
Regular Decision
- January 15 - Application deadline for all pieces (application, transcripts, SAT/ACT scores etc.)
- Early April - Admission decisions posted online in the Applicant Center of MyMadison
- May 1 - Intent to enroll deposit deadline
Transfer Dates and Deadlines
Fall Term (Aug. – Dec.)
- March 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (application, transcripts, etc.)
- Late April - Admission decisions posted online in the Applicant Center of MyMadison
- Early May - Intent to enroll deposit deadline
Spring Term (Jan. – May)
- October 15 - Application deadline for all pieces (application, transcripts, etc.)
- Mid November - Admission decisions posted online in the Applicant Center of MyMadison
- Early December - Intent to enroll deposit deadline
Summer Term (Jun. – Jul.)
- February 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (application, transcripts, etc.)
- Early April - Admission decisions posted online in the Applicant Center of MyMadison
- Early May - Intent to enroll deposit deadline
International Dates and Deadlines
Fall Term (Aug. – Dec.)
- April 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (application, transcripts, etc.)
Spring Term (Jan. – May)
- October 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (application, transcripts, etc.)
Summer Term (Jun. – Jul.)
- January 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (application, transcripts, etc.)
Re-entry Dates and Deadlines
Fall Term (Aug. – Dec.)
- July 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (re-entry application or intent to re-enroll form, etc. as applicable)
Spring Term (Jan. – May)
- November 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (re-entry application or intent to re-enroll form, etc. as applicable)
Summer Term (Jun. – Jul.)
- April 1 - Application deadline for all pieces (re-entry application or intent to re-enroll form, etc. as applicable)
