Kenyon uses a three-part application and requires submission of the Early Decision agreement form. More about early decision...

Part I is an optional form that requests basic biographical information. Part II consists of the Common Application form. Part III is the Kenyon Supplement to the Common Application. Parts II and III request more detailed information and include the essay and several short-answer questions.

You can complete all the forms online and send them to Kenyon over the Internet or you can download them in PDF format. If you apply online, there is no application fee.

Steps for Applying for Early Decision 1

Complete the optional Part I of the application. Indicate your choice of Early Decision 1, and submit it to the Office of Admissions. Check the deadlines on this page or the consolidated Dates & Deadlines page.

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Complete Parts II and III of the application. Submit them to the Office of Admissions. Check deadlines on this page or the consolidated Dates & Deadlines page.

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Have the following documents sent to the Office of Admissions. They must arrive by the deadlines listed on this page:

• Early Decision Agreement (download this form.)
• Common Application School Report (Secondary School Counselor Evaluation)
They should list courses and grades including senior-year courses.
• A teacher recommendation. The teacher should have taught you in a traditional college-preparatory course during your junior or senior year. Additional teacher recommendations may be submitted as optional information.
• First-Term Grade Report. Your secondary school college counselor completes this form.
• Optional. Prospective students who have an interest and demonstrable ability in studio art and music may elect to submit a portfolio. Refer to the portfolio guidelines.

Explore Scholarships & Financial-Aid Options. About 45 percent of Kenyon students receive financial aid. In addition, the College offers scholarships for entering students.

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