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Overview of the Process

There are two application options:

The application process consists of the completion of a number of different elements. In order to be considered for admission, all materials must be properly submitted.

Carefully reviewing the qualifications of each applicant is a time consuming process. Therefore, the institution publishes application deadlines. The admissions evaluation process takes place in a timely manner and each applicant is notified of the Committee’s decision in writing. The Office of Admissions will not provide admissions decisions over the phone.

 

Application Deadlines

 

Term

of Entry

Scholarship

Consideratioin Deadline

Applications should be

finished and submitted by:
Fall May 1 July 15th*
Spring October 1 November 15th*

*If you are unable to finish your application by the date above, please call the admissions office to discuss your options.

Watkins does not accept applications to the summer semesters, however, if an applicant is accepted to the fall semester there is an option for them to get a head start on their foundation courses and take classes in the summer semester before they enroll in their first fall semester.

Rolling Admission

Watkins College of Art, Design & Film operates on rolling admission- meaning your application will be reviewed once it is complete with all necessary components. It is a good idea to submit your application as early as possible in order to be considered for a scholarship award.

Review Process

Once an application is complete with all of the necessary components, (including all official transcripts and test scores, exercises, essays and reference letters) it will go before the review committee. The committee evaluates an application based on academic ability as well as creative potential. Since both of these components are indicators of success at Watkins, they are both a very large part of the decision making process and one does not hold a higher priority over the other. Decision letters are sent to the applicant from the Admissions Office 2-3 weeks after an application goes into review.

Scholarship Consideration

There is no separate application process for scholarship awards. Scholarship awards are based on faculty recommendations after reviewing completed applications and portfolio submissions. Applications must be postmarked by the scholarship consideration deadline to be eligable. Applicants will be notified about scholarship awards in their letter of acceptance from the Admissions Office.