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Applying to College can be an overwhelming event, and knowing when to do what isn't always easy. Therefore, the admission's office has created a calendar to help prospective students get organized.

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 Juniors in High School
September-November December-February March-May June-August
     
 Seniors in High School
September-November December-February March-May June-August


Juniors

September, October, November

  • Take the PSAT.
  • Request information from colleges and universities by calling, writing, or requesting information on the Internet.
  • The College of Charleston will hold two Open Houses.
December, January, February
  • Register for March, April, May, or June SAT I and/or ACT (check registration deadlines)
March, April, May
  • Take SAT I and/or ACT. The College of Charleston requires either the SAT I or the ACT as part of the application.
  • Begin visiting colleges and universities on weekends and breaks. Call the colleges to find out when tours and information sessions are offered. The College of Charleston provides campus tours and admissions information sessions from Monday through Friday.
  • The College of Charleston will hold an Open House.
June, July, August
  • Continue visiting colleges and universities on weekends and breaks.
Seniors

September, October, November
  • Register for October or November SAT I or ACT
  • Carefully complete and submit the admissions application for each college.
  • If you have not visited the campus register for a campus tour or an Open House

Nov. 1 Deadline for Spring Semester
Nov. 1 College of Charleston Early Action Deadline

December, January, February

  • Dec 1 All credentials need to be in the Office of Admissions in order to be considered for scholarship (must apply during Early Action)
  • Mid December All complete Early Action applicants will be sent a decision
  • Jan 15 All accepted students will be considered for academic scholarships
  • Jan 15 Honors Program application deadline

March, April, May

  • April 1 Regular Admissions deadline
  • April 1 All accepted students who pay their $300 deposit are guaranteed on-campus housing
  • Mid April All complete Regular Admission applicants will be sent a decision
May 1 Deadline for requesting refund on tuition deposit and housing
deposit


June, July, August

  • Orientation Sessions.
  • Ask your guidance/college counselor to send a final high school transcript to the college of your choice.




 

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