Why Choose Earlham

Earlham College

801 National Road West
Richmond, Indiana
47374-4095

For more information call:
1-800-EARLHAM
1-800-327-5426

First-Year Application Deadlines

Early Decision

for students who know that Earlham is their first choice

Students may submit applications to other colleges or universities, but those offered admission to Earlham under the Early Decision agreement must withdraw those applications from consideration once learning of their admission to Earlham.

Application Due  December 1
Earlham’s Decision Communicated    December 15
Acceptance of Early Decision due   January 15

An early estimate of an expected financial aid package is sent to the student, provided that he/she has completed the Early Estimator Form and submitted it to the Financial Aid Office by December 15.

Early Action

for students who want an early response to their application for admission

Application Due    January 1
Earlham’s Decision Communicated on or near   February 1
Acceptance on Candidate’s Reply Date    May 1

Students admitted under the Early Action decision period, and who have submitted all financial aid application materials by February 15, may receive a financial aid package on or around March 1.

Regular Decision

for all other applicants

Application Due   February 15
Earlham’s Decision Communicated on or near   March 15
Acceptance on Candidate’s Reply Date   May 1