When to Apply | Admissions & Financial Aid Deadlines

All applications are reviewed thoroughly by the Committee on Admission. Some applications will be reviewed several times as part of our evaluation process. You may check the status of your application any time by logging in to our system. You will be notified by email of any significant updates to your application status. You may use this link to log in to your application and check your status.

Ramapo College is test-optional for all programs, except our Articulation Programs (Biology/Dental-LECOM, Biology/Optometry-SUNY Optometry, Biology/Osteopathy-LECOM, and Biology/Pharmacy-LECOM). If you choose to submit an SAT or ACT score, please indicate that on your application. If you choose not to submit, we will review your application holistically using other documents and submitted materials. Students not eligible for these biology related articulation programs will be evaluated for admissions to a generic Biology/Pre-Med major at Ramapo.

Ramapo College considers several factors in reviewing an admissions application. Most important being the student’s academic performance in high school, particularly the student’s high school GPA and the rigor of the courses taken. Other factors include: strong letters of recommendation from teachers and/or counselors; a thoughtful admissions essay; and a record of extracurricular activities (for example: community service, leadership in student organizations and athletics, performance and artistic activities, and part-time employment). AP, IB, and Honors courses are also looked upon favorably.

Interviews are not required, but are recommended if you want an opportunity to tell us more about yourself and why you would make a great Roadrunner. You may schedule an Admissions Interview directly with your Admissions Counselor and we will be happy to meet with you.

No, there is no preference which application the student submits.

The main difference is that while Early Decision (ED) is a binding agreement, Early Action (EA) is not. Students can only submit one ED application to one school. Additionally, students who apply to the ED program and are admitted must submit an enrollment deposit to that college or university several weeks after they receive their offer of admission. Students who are admitted through the EA program have until May 1 to submit an enrollment deposit.

Applications are accepted on a rolling admissions basis throughout the school year. However, in order to allow sufficient time for your application to be reviewed, it is strongly encouraged that students complete their application submission by the recommended deadlines. Applications received after these dates will be reviewed based on seat availability.

First-year applicants are considered for merit-based scholarships based on academic performance and their potential to become active members of our community. You must apply before December 15th each cycle to be automatically considered for a merit based scholarship. All aspects of a student’s application are considered including extra-curricular activities, but limited funding and a large number of applications makes our scholarship awards highly competitive. A recommended GPA of 3.5 or higher is encouraged to be eligible for consideration, along with a rigorous HS course schedule.

Ramapo College has received recognition and a number of awards for value and return on investment (ROI). These awards include Kiplinger’s “One of the Best 100 Values in Public Colleges” for ten years in a row, a ranking on payscale.com of 200 out of 1,312 colleges for overall college ROI, and “Best Bang for the Buck Colleges in the Northeast” by Washington Monthly College Guide and Rankings. Cost Info is outlined here.

To apply for Financial Aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) using Ramapo College’s code (009344). No other forms are required. Visit studentaid.gov.

Ramapo College encourages and applauds students who challenge themselves with AP, IB, or college dual enrollment coursework as part of their high school curriculum.

Students who earn a 4 or 5 on their AP exams are eligible for course credit. To have credit awarded, students must have their official AP scores sent from College Board. For reference, you may view the current: AP Credit Policy (PDF). After the score report is received and evaluated, students will receive a Transfer Credit Evaluation via email acknowledging what courses were accepted for credit, how much credit was awarded, and what the Ramapo College equivalent course was determined to be.

Students who earn a 5 or better on their IB Higher Level (HL) exams are eligible for course credit. To have credit awarded, students must have their official IB scores sent from International Baccalaureate. For reference, you may view the current: IB Credit Policy (PDF). After the score report is received and evaluated, students will receive a Transfer Credit Evaluation via email acknowledging what courses were accepted for credit, how much credit was awarded, and what the Ramapo College equivalent course was determined to be.

If you are looking to take courses at a NJ community college, you can use NJ Transfer as a resource to see how courses will transfer to Ramapo College. If you are not attending a NJ community college, please feel free to email us at admissions@ramapo.edu with any potential courses you are looking to take. We are looking for a C or higher to award credit for college-level courses taken prior to high school graduation. After enrolling at Ramapo College, official dual enrollment transcripts must be sent for evaluation. After transcripts are received and evaluated, students will receive a Transfer Credit Evaluation via email acknowledging what courses were accepted for credit, how much credit was awarded, and what the Ramapo College equivalent course was determined to be.

To have credit awarded, students must have their official CLEP scores sent from College Board. After the score report is received and evaluated, students will receive a Transfer Credit Evaluation via email acknowledging what courses were accepted for credit, how much credit was awarded, and what the Ramapo College equivalent course was determined to be.

Email us at admissions@ramapo.edu to get in touch with your Admissions Counselor to change your major.