Admissions Overview
From Guilford
We are eager to consider you for admission to Guilford College. Please note the following requirements when applying.
Application: There are three ways to apply to Guilford College, and it’s always free:
The Guilford College Application for admission
Common Application (International students, get more information here.)
CFNC Application
Transcripts: You may submit an unofficial transcript as early as the end of your junior year of high school for initial review. Upon acceptance to the College by review of your unofficial transcript, you are required to submit your final official transcript if you had not done so already. If you have a GED, scores may be submitted via the Secondary School Report.
Personal essay: A personal essay is requested of each applicant. The essay prompt appears on the application form.
Test-Optional: Guilford College is test optional, but applicants may submit SAT and/or ACT scores, and the admission committee will review all scores to determine those which may best advantage each applicant. (Guilford SAT Code: 5261; Guilford ACT Code: 3106)
Guilford accepts unofficial copies of test scores for application reading purposes. Applicants can scan and email score reports to [email protected].
Is Guilford test-optional?
Guilford College is test-optional, which means that it does not require applicants to submit their SAT or ACT scores. That means that some students will submit their test scores and others will not. If you choose not to submit your ACT or SAT score, the admissions officers will weigh your grades, extracurricular activities, essays, and interviews more heavily. If you are not sure whether you should submit your standardized test scores, our guide on submitting scores to test-optional schools can help.
Early Action
Rolling deadline at Guilford
Guilford College accepts applications on a rolling basis. That means that the earlier you submit your application, the better chance you have of gaining admission and strong financial aid. Many schools with rolling admissions have priority deadlines, which means that students that submit their application before these dates have a better chance of receiving financial aid. Be sure to check Guilford's website to become familiar with their admissions dates.
Should I apply Early Action at Guilford?
Early Action is a great option for students who want to hear back from a college before the Regular Decision admissions are released. At some colleges, applying Early Action can also help your admissions chances. However, this varies on a college-by-college basis, so it will not always give you a boost.
Be on the lookout for Single Choice Early Action or Restricted Early Action options. These are not the same as Early Action, and although they can be great options for some students, they are not a good fit for everyone. If you’re considering applying for Single Choice Early Action or Restricted Early Action, be sure to read the college’s admissions website carefully. Make sure that these restrictions fit with your college admissions plan.
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