Apply for Fairleigh Dickinson University | Admission | Deadline | Fees | Eligibility

Admission & How to Apply

Apply for Fairleigh Dickinson Undergraduate Applicants:
Apply online via the FDU application portal or Common Application.

• Submit official high school transcripts.
  

• Standardized test scores (SAT/ACT) are optional for most programs.
  

• Optional materials like essays, resumes, recommendations, or interviews can strengthen your application.

Graduate Applicants:

• Submit an application through the appropriate graduate portal and include official undergraduate transcripts, letters of recommendation, and required documents specific to your program.
  

• Some graduate programs set additional requirements like statements of purpose or professional experience.

International Students:

• Apply using FDU’s international application if you are outside the U.S. or need a visa.
  

• Provide academic records with English translations if needed and English proficiency test scores (TOEFL/IELTS/PTE or others).
  

• Submit financial documentation and passport copy if seeking an F-1 student visa.

Application Deadline

Apply for Fairleigh Dickinson employs rolling admissions, meaning applications are reviewed as received until programs fill.

General Deadlines for Visa-Requiring Applicants:

• Fall Semester (starts August): July 1

• Spring Semester (starts January): December 1
  Admissions may have additional program-specific dates.

Note: Applicants who do not require a new student visa (like U.S. citizens or current visa holders) may have slightly different deadlines (e.g., August 1 for Fall, January 1 for Spring).

Fees & Cost of Attendance

Application Fee:
• Typically around $50–$100, depending on level and applicant status. Some sources report approximately $50 for undergraduate and $100 for international applications.

Tuition & Estimated Costs (2025–26):
• Tuition & Fees: ~$38,500 per year (approximate).
• Room & Board: ~$16,800 per year.
• Books & Supplies: ~$1,290 per year.
• Total Estimated Cost: ~$56,000+ per year (without aid).

Eligibility Requirements

Undergraduate (Freshman & Transfer):

•  Completed high school diploma or equivalent and official transcripts.
  
• Test scores are optional, but can support your application.
• A competitive GPA (around 3.0–3.5 suggested) can strengthen your application
• Graduate:
  A recognized bachelor’s degree with satisfactory GPA (often ~2.7–3.0 or higher depending on program).
  
• Letters of recommendation and supporting documents as required by the specific graduate program.
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International Applicants:

• Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.) or participation in pathway programs.
  

• Academic records translated to English and financial evidence to support studies.

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Important Notes

• Admissions decisions usually take 3–4 weeks after application completion.
• You must submit official documents and visa paperwork before registration if attending on an F-1 visa.
• Scholarships are often automatically considered upon application submission; no separate form is usually needed.
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Reference 

• FDU Freshman Application – https://www.fdu.edu/admissions/freshman/apply/
• FDU International Admissions – https://www.fdu.edu/admissions/international/
• International Undergraduate Admissions Details – https://www.fdu.edu/admissions/international/undergraduate/
• Fairleigh Dickinson University Costs & Tuition – https://www.fdu.edu/admissions/tuition-fees/
• BigFuture Cost Breakdown (Net Price & Aid) – https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/colleges/fairleigh-dickinson-university/tuition-and-costs

FDU Graduate International Admissions – https://www.fdu.edu/admissions/international/graduate/