Applying

You may apply online, download and print an application for admission or request an application by contacting the Admission Office. Please direct questions regarding the application process to admission@houghton.edu or 800-777-2556. You may also contact your admission counselor.

Fall 2011 Admission
Application Fee Waiver Deadline October 15	Apply by October 15 and save the $40 application fee. Applications must be submitted online before midnight on October 15 or postmarked and mailed on or before October 15.
Priority Application Deadline December 1	Students whose application files are complete by December 1 will receive an admission decision by January 1. Qualified students who apply by December 1 will be considered for our First-Year Honors Programs.
Spring 2011 Admission
Application Fee Waiver Deadline October 15	Apply by October 15 and save the $40 application fee. Applications must be submitted online before midnight on October 15 or postmarked and mailed on or before October 15.
Priority Application Deadline November 15	Apply by November 15 to allow for adequate time for admission and financial aid in preparation for the spring semester.

Application documents
(print the application form, recommendation, etc.)
Application instructions
(what you need to submit in order to be considered for admission)
Apply online
(complete your application online; have your recommendation submitted online)
Online Application Q & A
(answers to commonly asked questions about applying online)
Online re-application
(for previous applicants and returning students)

Office of Admission
Houghton College
1 Willard Ave
PO Box 128
Houghton, NY 14744-0128