Apply to Saint Anselm
Saint Anselm seeks students ready to learn more about themselves and the world. We welcome people who are ready to contribute positively to our community through academics, student activities, athletics, and/or community service. Applying to college is exciting, but we know the process can be overwhelming. To assist you through this important process, our Office of Admission is here to help every step of the way. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to find your admission counselor and start a conversation.
For information on our graduate admission process, visit our graduate applicants page →
Application Deadlines and Timelines
NON-BINDING
You will be notified of a decision by mid-January. If admitted, you are not required to attend Saint Anselm College.
| Application Deadline | November 15 |
| Last Accepted Test Dates (if submitting) | November 5 (SAT) or October 22 (ACT) |
| Notification of Decision | By mid-January |
| Reply to Offer of Admission | By May 1 |
| Financial Aid Priority Deadline | February 15* |
*For more information about financial aid dates and deadlines, visit Tuition & Aid.
BINDING
You will be notified of a decision by January 1. If admitted, you are required to attend Saint Anselm College and withdraw your applications from all other institutions.
| Application Deadline | December 1 |
| Last Accepted Test Dates (if submitting) | December 3 (SAT) or October 22 (ACT) |
| Notification of Decision | By January 1 |
| Reply to Offer of Admission | By January 15 |
| Financial Aid Priority Deadline | February 15* |
*For more information about financial aid dates and deadlines, visit Tuition & Aid.
NON-BINDING
You will be notified of a decision by mid-March. If admitted, you are not required to attend Saint Anselm College.
| Application Priority Deadline | February 1 |
| Last Accepted Test Dates (if submitting) | December 3 (SAT) or December 10 (ACT) |
| Notification of Decision | By mid-March |
| Reply to Offer of Admission | By May 1 |
| Financial Aid Priority Deadline | February 15* |
*For more information about financial aid dates and deadlines, visit Tuition & Aid.
Students interested in applying to our Nursing program are encouraged to apply either Early Action (non-binding) or Early Decision (binding).
| Application Deadline | See Early Action or Early Decision dates |
| Last Accepted Test Dates (if submitting) | See Early Action or Early Decision dates |
| Notification of Decision | By January 15 |
| Reply to Offer of Admission | By May 1 |
| Financial Aid Priority Deadline | February 15* |
*For more information about financial aid dates and deadlines, visit Tuition & Aid.
If you are interested in enrolling for the spring semester you should submit your application by November 15. Decisions will be mailed on a rolling basis. If you are interested in on-campus housing, it is strongly suggested that you apply by November 15, as housing is not guaranteed. There is no option to apply early decision or early action for the spring semester. International applicants are not eligible to apply for spring admission.
| Application Priority Deadline | November 15 |
| Last Accepted Test Dates (if submitting) | November 7 (SAT) or October 24 (ACT) |
| Notification of Decision | Rolling Basis |
| Reply to Offer of Admission | Rolling Basis |
| Financial Aid Priority Deadline | December 1* |
*For more information about financial aid dates and deadlines, visit Tuition & Aid.
If you have any questions regarding these deadlines, please feel free to contact the Office of Admission or the Office of Financial Aid.
Application Requirements
To determine your specific application requirements, please click the type of applicant that best fits your needs:
- First-Year Applicant - High School Students, Homeschooled Students, U.S. Dual Citizens, U.S. Permanent Residents, U.S. Citizens Studying Abroad
- International First-Year Applicant
- International Transfer Applicant
- Transfer Applicant