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Elon’s first-year application opens Aug. 1. The application is how we’ll learn more about you: the challenges you’ve faced, the experiences you’ve pursued and what you’re ready to explore next.
You don’t have to complete everything at once. Review each section, outline your activities or draft your essay before officially submitting.
Deadlines
| Application | Deadline | Notification | Enrollment Deposit Due |
| Early Decision (binding) | November 1* | December 1 | January 10, non-refundable |
| Early Decision II (binding) | January 15* | February 10 | March 1, non-refundable |
| Early Action (non-binding) | November 1* | December 20 | May 1 |
| Regular Deadline | January 10* | March 20 | May 1 |
*Elon offers a test-optional admissions program. The most important factors in the admissions decision are the academic record (including courses taken, grades attained and class standing), application essay, leadership potential, extracurricular and service-related activities, special talents and ability to contribute positively to the campus community.