Your story matters here. At Wheaton, we review applications holistically. Share your academic achievements, what inspires you, how you lead, and the ways you give back to your community. Apply through the Common App or Coalition for College application. You’ll find us listed as Wheaton College, Massachusetts. There’s no application fee, and test scores are optional.
Application Type and Deadlines
No application fee.
Submission deadline: 11:59 p.m. (applicant’s local time)
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- Early Decision:
Apply ED 1 or 2 if Wheaton is your first choice and you agree to enroll upon admission. - Early Action:
Apply EA 1 or 2 to be considered before regular decision applicants and have until May 1 to make your decision. - Regular Decision:
Apply during the standard timeline and have until May 1 to make your decision.
- Early Decision:
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First Year Applicants
| Application Type | Deadline | Notification |
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| Early Decision 1 | Nov. 15 | by Dec. 15 |
| Early Action 1 | Nov. 15 | by the end of December |
| Early Action 2 | Jan. 15 | by the end of February |
| Early Decision 2 | Jan. 15 | by Feb. 1 |
| Regular Decision fall entry | Feb. 15 | by the end of March |
| Regular Decision spring entry | Nov. 15 | On rolling basis |
Important Dates for Transfer Applicants
| Application Type | Deadline | Notification |
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| Transfer fall entry | May 1 | on a rolling basis |
| Transfer spring entry | Nov. 15 | on a rolling basis |
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Acknowledgement for Student Activism
Wheaton College recognizes at times young people use their voices to speak out against racism and social injustices. As a result, your admission to Wheaton will not be affected by participation in peaceful protests or other means of respectful freedom of expression.
Wheaton College is committed to principles of equal opportunity in admission of students, its educational programs and employment.

