Undergraduate Admissions

Fall 2027 New First-year Application Deadlines

How to Apply

Step 1:

Complete and submit the Common Application.

• Complete and submit the Common Application.
• Pay the $30 Application fee.  If you need a fee waiver code, please contact the Admissions Office.
• Submit your official high school transcript(s) for all high schools attended.
• Caldwell is a test-optional university, and standardized test scores are not required for admission. Students who wish to submit SAT or ACT scores may choose to do so if they would like them to be reviewed as part of their application.  Please note that students applying to any of our medical-affiliated programs must submit SAT or ACT scores for review.  Caldwell’s College Board SAT code is 2072 and ACT code is 2542.
• One letter of recommendation from a teacher or school counselor.  Students may submit more than one letter.
• A personal essay is not required, though it is strongly recommended.

Step 2:

Submit your official high school transcript(s) for all high schools attended.

• Your high school counselor should upload your official transcript.

Step 3:
United States residents should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov as soon as possible after it becomes available on October 1. Caldwell University’s federal school code is 002598.

Step 4:
New Jersey residents should also apply for NJ Tuition Aid Grant (TAG).

Financial Aid Requirements

• Caldwell University offers generous scholarship, grants, and need-based financial aid to help assist students in paying for their college related costs.  We strongly encourage all domestic students to do the following:
• United States residents should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov as soon as possible after it becomes available on October 1. Caldwell University’s federal school code is 002598.
• New Jersey residents should also apply for NJ Tuition Aid Grant (TAG).
• All students applying for financial aid are strongly advised to provide their social security number on their admission application.
• Additionally, all admitted students are automatically reviewed for Caldwell merit scholarships and grants.  Go to our scholarship page for additional information.
• Furthermore, students who qualify for the federal Pell grant and New Jersey TAG, could be eligible for the Caldwell Commitment grant, a full-tuition award.  Find out more by going to our financial aid page.

Spring 2027 New Transfer Application Deadlines

Fall 2027 New Transfer Application Deadlines

How to Apply

Step 1:
Complete and submit the Common Application.

• All applications will be automatically reviewed for merit scholarships.
• One letter of recommendation from a teacher or school counselor.  Students may submit more than one letter.
• A personal essay is not required, though it is strongly recommended.

Step 2:
Submit your official transcript(s) for all colleges or universities attended.

• Transfer students who have earned fewer than thirty (30) college credits must also submit official high school transcript(s) from all high schools attended.

Step 3:
United States residents should file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov as soon as possible after it becomes available on October 1. Caldwell University’s federal school code is 002598.

Step 4:
New Jersey residents should also apply for NJ Tuition Aid Grant (TAG).

How to Apply

International students should visit the International Application Requirements and Deadlines page.

Students who wish to apply for a second degree in Nursing must apply no later than February 1, 2027 to be considered for Fall 2027 admission.

How to Apply

Step 1:

Complete and submit the Caldwell University Application.

• Applications for fall admission must be submitted by February 1.

Step 2:

Submit your official college transcript(s) for all colleges attended to admissions@caldwell.edu.

Applications for a second degree in all programs with the exception of Nursing will be accepted on a rolling basis.

How to Apply

Step 1:

Complete and submit the Caldwell University Application. On the application, in response to the question, “Which best describes you?”, be sure to select that you are seeking a second bachelor’s degree.

Step 2:

Submit your official college transcript(s) for all colleges attended to admissions@caldwell.edu.

Non-Matriculating Students

Individuals who want to enroll in courses for personal or professional development, without matriculating in any degree or certification program, may register as non-matriculating students. Enrollment on this basis does not imply acceptance in or eligibility for matriculation in any Caldwell University degree or certification program, regardless of the number of credits undertaken on this basis. Should non-matriculating students wish to change their matriculation status, they must request admission through the Office of Admissions and fulfill all the admission requirements. Nonmatriculating students may take up to 12 credits at Caldwell University.

Visiting Students

Students who are matriculating at another college or university, and wish to enroll at Caldwell University and transfer their Caldwell University credits to their home institution, may register as a visiting student.

Acceptance of these credits by the home institution is solely at the discretion of that institution.

Caldwell University has a long-standing tradition of offering accredited bachelor’s and master’s degree programs as well as many non-degree career programs to active-duty military personnel, military veterans, and their dependents. Visit our Active Military and Veterans page for details.