When it comes to your application, we have the same goal: to ensure that you showcase your best self. We offer test-optional admission so you have the power to decide how to present your strongest application. We welcome any questions you have along the way and are ready to support you in this process.

An Enduring Value

A Willamette education is an investment in your future. We equip our graduates with the ability to think, collaborate, and present their ideas beyond the classroom, setting them up for success in the real world.

Tuition and fees: go.willamette.edu/tuition-info

All applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships based on the strength of your application and preparation.

Competitive, talent, and interest-based scholarships are available through a separate application in the following areas:

• Art

• Data Science

• Debate

• Environmental Science

• Music

• Public Health

• STEM

• Theatre

We ask all students to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for need-based financial aid and eligible for a financial aid appeal.

Connect with your admissions counselor to explore cost and financial aid. We are here to work with you to make a valuable education accessible and affordable.

Explore scholarships and need-based aid at: go.willamette.edu/scholarships

Apply Today

Required

• Online application through the Common Application or Coalition on Scoir

• School report and counselor recommendation

• Official high school transcript

Optional

• Teacher recommendation

• Test scores

There is no application fee!

EARLY ACTION

Apply by Nov. 1 and receive an admission decision and scholarship offer by Dec. 31. You’ll also receive the Leaders Award, an additional $1,000 annual scholarship.

EARLY DECISION

Apply by Nov. 1 and receive an admission decision and scholarship offer by Dec. 31. Early Decision candidates will also receive the Leaders Award. Confirm your enrollment by Jan. 15. Early Decision is a binding admission plan.

REGULAR DECISION

Apply by Jan. 15 and receive an admission and aid decision by Mar. 1.