Make an Impact

When it comes to your application, we have a shared goal: to ensure that you present your best self. We offer test-optional admission so you can decide how your application will be strongest. 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 the future. We equip our graduates with an understanding of how to think, collaborate, and present their ideas beyond the classroom, setting them up for success in the real world.

• Tuition and fees: willamette.edu/go/tuition

• All applicants are automatically considered for merit scholarships

• Competitive, talent, and interest-based scholarships available through a separate application: Art, Data Science, Debate, Environmental Science, Music, Public Health, STEM, Theatre

• Average Financial Aid Package $40,446 (first-year students, fall 2023 including scholarships, grants, loans, and work study)

• Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to be considered for need-based financial aid

Connect with your admission counselor to explore cost and financial aid. You may be surprised by Willamette’s affordability.

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

“The merit-based scholarships at Willamette made it possible for me to afford this school and have some life-changing experiences because of the resources available to everyone.” —Robbie Daugherty ’22 double major in studio art and chemistry

APPLY TODAY

• Apply through the Common Application or Coalition on Scoir

• We are test-optional

• There is no application fee

EARLY ACTION:

Apply by Nov. 1 and receive an admission decision and scholarship offer by Dec. 31.

EARLY DECISION:

Apply by Nov. 1 and receive an admission decision and scholarship offer by Dec 31. 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.

Apply: willamette.edu/go/apply