How to Apply

The Admissions Committee thoughtfully and carefully considers all applications to the College, looking beyond the paperwork to see the individual who wants to be a member of this community. In addition to the Admission criteria listed below, we also consider a student's potential for growth and success at Prescott College.

Prescott College does not require any specific prior course work for acceptance; however, applicants to the program are encouraged to show the following in order to increase their chances of acceptance:

• A minimum of 30 semester hours of prior college course work or CLEP (College Level Examination Program) equivalent from regionally-accredited colleges earned at a C grade or higher; course work should be in general liberal arts areas such as social science, humanities, math/science, and writing/communication. (Some applicants with fewer credits may be admitted provisionally.)
• Demonstrate college level writing skills.
• Show consistent academic potential.

Admission criteria include, but are not limited to

• Evidence of previous academic success and promise 
• Good citizenship and community involvement 
• Commitment to interdisciplinary academic pursuits 
• Clearly articulated academic goals 
• Evidence of self-direction
• Well-developed college essays

The majority of our applicants have received B or higher grades in previous academic work. While transcripts have an important role in the admission process, we utilize a holistic review process that acknowledges other strengths and characteristics of students' ability to be successful at Prescott College.

Required application items

• Completed application form  

• Official transcripts from all high schools, colleges and/or universities attended 
• Academic Focus Essay;  In 2-3 pages (typed, double-spaced) of your best writing, please integrate your thoughts around these two major themes into a comprehensive response:
  • Write about your educational goals.
    • What are your educational goals and how do you see your life changing after graduation?
    • What areas of study would you like to pursue as a major?  -as a minor?
    • What is the role that this area of study now plays in your life and what has been your experience, if any, in this discipline?
  • Write about your readiness to thrive in the self-designed, limited-residency Undergraduate Program which we offer at Prescott College.
    • What led you to pursue your Bachelor of Arts degree at Prescott College?
    • What kind of experience and success do you have working or learning independently?
    • How will your strengths help you succeed in our program?
    • What kind of help will you need to overcome any weaknesses?
      

Application: Limited-Residency Undergraduate Program

Please contact the Admissions Office with any questions. In certain cases one or more requirements may be waived.