Application Timeline
Refer to the chart below to find key deadlines for the Stevens application process. Follow the row that applies to you, whether you are applying as a freshman for Early Decision I, Early Decision II, or Regular Decision, or as a fall or spring transfer. Deadlines for application submission, interview completion, and financial aid filing are all outlined, as well as notification and tuition deposit dates.
| Take Tests By | Application Deadline* | Interview Before** | CSS Profile**** | File FAFSA By*** | Notification Date | Submit Tuition Deposit By | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early Decision I+ | October 1 | November 15 | November 15 | December 1 | February 15 | December 15 | January 9 |
| Early Decision II+ | December 3 | January 15 | January 15 | January 15 | February 15 | February 15 | March 12 |
| Regular Decision | December 3 | February 1 | March 1 | February 15 | February 15 | March 1-31 | May 1 |
| Accelerated Pre-Medicine or Pre-Dentistry Applicants | December 3 | January 1 | January 15 | February 15 | February 15 | April 15 | May 1 |
| Transfer for Spring Semester | December 1 | December 15 | December 1 | January 1 | Rolling | 2 weeks from notification date | |
| Transfer for Fall Semester | July 1 | July 15 | February 15 | February 15 | Rolling | 2 weeks from notification date |
+ By the application deadline, Early Decision I and II candidates must also complete the "CSS Profile" in order to receive an estimated financial aid package with their decision. Filing the FAFSA by February 15 is also required in order to receive an official financial aid package.
* Supplemental information that must also be submitted by the application deadline include: Secondary School Report with official transcript, at least one teacher recommendation, SAT or ACT scores, interview, personal statement, and for international students, the International Student Supplemental Application.
** Interviews are required for admission to Stevens. Candidates who live within a 250-mile radius of campus must complete their interview on campus. Those who live more than 250 miles away are encouraged to interview on campus, however, if this is not possible, those applicants must call the Office of Undergraduate Admissions to schedule a telephone interview. If you have questions about the interview process check out our frequently asked questions.
*** The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must be completed by all students who wish to be considered for financial aid. It is not applicable to international students. This form is available after January 1, 2011, and we recommend that you submit it to the Federal Government by February 15.
**** The College Scholarship Service (CSS) Profile, must be completed by all students who wish to be considered for Institutional Scholarships or Grants awarded by Stevens. This form is not applicable to international students. The form can be submitted online, and is available after October 1, 2010.