Admission Requirements

More than 9,000 applications were received for the 1,250 available spaces for new freshmen and transfers last year.

The most important factors in the admissions decision are the academic record (including courses taken, grades attained and class standing) followed by SAT or ACT scores. We also consider the Guidance Counselor Evaluation, extracurricular activities and involvement, the personal statement and a student's potential to contribute positively to our campus environment.

For transfers, previous college work is the primary factor, followed by high school performance and SAT or ACT scores.

Applicants are encouraged to pursue a rigorous program of study throughout their four years of high school. We recommend the following distribution of courses:

English: 4 units required
Math: 3 units required (Algebra I, Algebra II and Geometry), 4 recommended
Science: 3 or more units, including at least one lab science
Social Studies: 3 or more units, including U.S. History
Foreign Language: 2 units required, 3 recommended (Students who have not completed at least two units in one foreign language must complete a 121-level foreign language course at Elon.)

For information on the application process, please visit Path of a Freshman Application.