Colleges Still Accepting Applications: Class of 2029

If you’re a high school senior who missed initial college application deadlines, don’t panic! There are still a handful of colleges and universities that are keeping their admissions doors open well into the spring. Whether you’re looking for a new path after a gap year, or simply couldn’t meet earlier deadlines, many schools offer rolling admissions or extended deadlines to help students like you find their perfect fit.

WHAT IS ROLLING ADMISSIONS?

Rolling admissions is a system where schools accept applications throughout the year, rather than sticking to a strict deadline. Schools that operate on this cycle will review your application as soon as it is complete, and often make decisions in a matter of weeks. This allows students the opportunity to apply later in the cycle, and, in some cases, get a decision faster than those who applied under regular decision.

It’s worth noting that some colleges with rolling admissions also have priority deadlines, meaning that while they may accept applications after the deadline, applying sooner rather than later can increase your odds of acceptance. Be sure to check each school’s admissions website for specific dates and details.

Here are a few well-known universities that typically have later application windows or rolling admissions policies.

COLLEGES STILL ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS: CLASS OF 2029

# = U.S. News & World Report ranking

Belmont University: #21 in Undergraduate Teaching (Nashville, TN)	Rolling until July 1
Clemson University: #80 in National Universities (Clemson, SC)	May 1
Colby-Sawyer College: #17 in Regional Colleges North (New London, NH)	April 1
Colorado School of Mines: #76 in National Universities (Golden, CO)	Applications accepted after Jan 15 if space
Fairleigh Dickinson: #6 in Best Value Schools (Teaneck, NJ)	Rolling
Florida State University: #54 in National Universities (Tallahassee, FL)	Rolling after December 1
Indiana University Bloomington: #73 in National Universities (Bloomington, IN)	After February 1, applications will only be accepted on a space-available basis
Loyola University Chicago: #132 in National Universities (Chicago, IL)	Rolling until space is filled
Loyola University New Orleans: #244 in National Universities (New Orleans, LA)	April 15
Michigan State University: #63 in National Universities (East Lansing, MI)	Rolling after February 1 until April 1
Pennsylvania State University –University Park: #63 in National Universities (University Park, PA)	Rolling after Nov 1
Roanoke College: #122 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (Salem, VA)	March 1
Rutgers University –New Brunswick: #44 in National Universities (Piscataway, NJ)	Rolling after Oct 1
St. John’s College: #83 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (Annapolis, MD)	Rolling after February 15
The American University of Paris: unranked (Paris, France)	March 15 (late after April 1)
The American University of Rome: unranked (Rome, Italy)	April 1
Trinity College Dublin: #206 Global Universities (Dublin, Ireland)	June 30
University of Alabama: #171 in National Universities (Tuscaloosa, AL)	After January 10, applications will only be accepted on a space-available basis
University of Arizona: #109 in National Liberal Arts Colleges (Tucson, AZ)	May 1
University of Cincinnati: #152 in National Universities (Cincinnati, OH)	Rolling until March 1
University of Kansas: #152 in National Universities (Lawrence, KS)	August 11
University of Kentucky: #152 in National Universities (Lexington, KY)	February 15
University of Maryland @ Shady Grove: unranked (Rockville, MD)	June 1
University of Pittsburgh: #70 in National Universities (Pittsburgh, PA)	Rolling

FIND YOUR PLACE TO THRIVE

Don’t let missed deadlines discourage you. While applying to college late may seem daunting, there are still many great schools with open doors for late applicants. Take advantage of rolling admissions or extended deadlines to explore new opportunities, find the right fit for your goals, and start your college journey when the timing works best for you. With the right research and preparation, you can still find a place to thrive.

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