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The info on this page is for dual enrollment and undergraduate students.

Benefits of Applying by the Priority Deadline

Applying by the priority deadline offers several key advantages for students:

  • Applying early ensures timely decision notifications, providing more time to plan and reducing the stress associated with waiting for admission decisions.
  • Early applicants receive priority consideration for financial aid and scholarships.
  • Early applicants also have enhanced opportunities for securing spots in desired academic courses and preferred housing options.

Application Deadlines

Full Term Classes

Full terms (Fall, Spring, and Summer) traditionally include 16 weeks of instruction, including a one-week period for final exams.

Term of Entry Application Completion Deadlines

Fall

  • Priority* - July 15
  • Regular - Aug. 1
  • Final Document - Aug. 10

Spring

  • Priority* - Nov. 15
  • Regular - Dec. 1
  • Final Document - Dec. 10

Summer

  • Priority* - April 15
  • Regular - May 1
  • Final Document - May 10

Short Term Classes

Short terms (First Short Session and Second Short Session/Next Wave) traditionally include 8 weeks of instruction and a one-week period for final exams.

Term of Entry Application Completion Deadlines

Fall

  • Priority* - Sept. 15
  • Regular - Oct. 1
  • Final Document - Oct. 3

Spring

  • Priority* - Feb. 15
  • Regular - March 1
  • Final Document - March 11

Our fast-paced, rigorous eight-week terms will help keep you on track to reach your goals. Can't make the priority deadline, catch the “next wave” of students joining Clayton State during our Second Session mini-mester.

 


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