Take the first step toward joining the Syracuse University family. Learn how to apply based on your applicant type:
Learn about requirements, deadlines and how to apply.
How to Apply to Syracuse University
Steps to Apply for Undergraduate Admission
Prospective students have three enrollment options to choose from. After deciding on an enrollment plan, it is important to review application deadlines because they differ depending on your program and enrollment option of choice.
- Domestic Applicants (U.S. citizen or permanent U.S. resident)
- International Applicants
Select Syracuse University as a choice of school. Complete the Common Application or Coalition Application powered by Scoir, and submit to Syracuse University.
You may find it helpful to review what we look for in our applicants.
- Fee Waiver: We strive to support all students and families who wish to apply to Syracuse University. If you present a financial hardship and are interested in a fee waiver, please have your school counselor request an application fee waiver. This request must come in writing on school letterhead and may be submitted as a PDF to orange@syr.edu. Please contact us at orange@syr.edu if you have any questions.
- Veterans: Please use the veterans and military-connected students online application.
View our college-specific application requirements to determine if you need to submit any additional materials.
If you need to send additional application materials to Syracuse University, please use the appropriate application mailing address.
SAT/ACT scores are not required for students applying for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, Fall 2027 or Spring 2028 admission.
Read more information on the extension of this policy.
Students who choose to submit SAT or ACT scores may share either self-reported or official scores. Students who self-report their scores will not be required to submit official score reports unless they are admitted and choose to enroll.
To self-report your test scores, you may do so via the Common Application or Coalition Application. Please submit your scores exactly as you receive them and we will superscore them.
To share your official SAT or ACT scores, please use the following codes:
- SAT: 2823
- ACT: 2968
Find Your Application Path
Every student's journey here is unique and that's what makes our community so strong. Choose the applicant type below that fits you best to find the requirements and instructions for your specific path.
Undergraduate Students
You are a Domestic first-year or transfer student, an international first-year or transfer student.
Applying is easy and only takes minutes using the Common Application or the Coalition Application, powered by Scoir.
Graduate Students
You have earned a bachelor's degree and are pursuing further study at the master's, doctoral or professional degree level.
Part-Time Students
You are planning to take fewer than 12 credit hours per semester.
Online Students
Students in Syracuse University's online programs study with the same accomplished faculty who teach on campus while gaining practical skills that can be applied immediately in their careers. Whether you are pursuing your first degree or advancing your expertise through graduate study, Syracuse offers programs designed to help you achieve your goals.
Veteran and Military Connected Students
You are a veteran, a currently serving service member (Active Duty, Reserve or National Guard), an ROTC cadet, or a military dependent or family member.
After You Apply
- Confirmation that my application was received?
You will receive an email confirmation from Syracuse University within 3–4 business days of submitting your application. - Applying through the Common App or Coalition App?
Syracuse begins uploading applications from the Common Application and Coalition App in early September. If you submit before September 1, confirmation may take a few extra weeks. - When can I access my Applicant Portal?
Once your application is processed, you will get a second email with a temporary PIN and a link to your Syracuse University Applicant Portal. Use this portal to check your application status anytime. - What if I haven't heard anything after two weeks?
Email orange@syr.edu for undergraduate admissions, grad@syr.edu for graduate admissions and parttime@syr.edu for part-time admissions. Our team will check the status of your application for you. - Is my admission guaranteed once I am accepted?
Admission is contingent on maintaining your current level of academic achievement, graduating from secondary school, and maintaining a record of good citizenship. Syracuse expects all students to act with integrity, respect for others and a commitment to intellectual and personal growth within our diverse, global community.
Visit the applicant portal
Log in to your Syracuse University Applicant Portal using the PIN and link sent to your email after your application is processed. Your portal shows real-time updates on your application status.
Application Deadlines
Application deadlines vary by degree level and enrollment option, so be sure to check the deadlines that apply to you:
- Undergraduate and Enrollment Option Deadlines — for first-year, transfer, part-time and other undergraduate enrollment paths
- Graduate Admissions Deadlines — for master's, doctoral and professional degree programs
- Part-time Admissions Deadlines— for part-time paths
Also of Interest
Financial Aid and Scholarships
We believe that a world-class education should be available to every admitted student, regardless of financial need. More than 81% of our students receive aid—the majority of it in the form of grants and scholarships that do not have to be repaid.
Majors and Minors
Choose from more than 200+ majors and minors and embrace the interdisciplinary nature of Syracuse University’s academic options.
Part-Time Study
We offer more than 200 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, most of which can be completed part time and on campus.
Veterans and Military Admissions
We are grateful for your service and stand ready to assist you in making the transition. Whether you are looking to take courses part-time, full-time or online, we will help you find the flexibility you need to create the best path to your future.
