Dartmouth Application Requirements

Hey, applying to Dartmouth soon and I was wondering if someone could help me with the application requirements. What do I need to make sure I have in order to apply? Thanks!

Sure, I'd be happy to provide you with the application requirements for Dartmouth College. When applying for the 2024-2025 application cycle, please be sure to have the following:

1. Common Application: Students applying to Dartmouth must use the Common App.

2. Dartmouth Writing Supplement: This supplement consists of three short essays. One is a required essay related to your reasons for applying to Dartmouth, and the other two are a choice between several prompts that let you showcase your intellectual interest or a personal story.

3. Official SAT or ACT scores: Dartmouth has reinstated the standardized testing requirement for the 2024-2025 application cycle. When sending your scores, keep in mind that Dartmouth does not require the submission of all test scores; they allow you to submit your highest scores from different test dates (commonly referred to as score choice).

4. High school transcript: Request this from your school counselor early in the application process to ensure it gets submitted on time.

5. Two letters of recommendation from teachers, and one from a peer: These should ideally be from teachers in core subjects (English, math, science, social studies, or foreign language) who have taught you during your junior or senior year. The peer should be someone who knows you well and is not in a supervisory or subordinate position in work or school.

6. School Report and Counselor Recommendation: This should be completed by your school counselor, providing an overview of your academic record and, if possible, a perspective on your personal qualities.

7. Application fee or fee waiver: A $90 non-refundable application fee is required, but fee waivers are available for eligible students.

8. Early Decision Agreement: Only required if you're applying Early Decision. You, a parent/guardian, and your school counselor should each sign the agreement form.

9. Financial Aid Documents: If you're applying for financial aid, submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the College Board's CSS Profile, and additional financial aid forms as applicable.

Make sure to check if there are any specific requirements for your intended major, special programs, or scholarships. Most of the deadlines for Dartmouth are in early November for Early Decision and early January for Regular Decision, but always confirm the specific dates on the Dartmouth website to ensure you are meeting all deadlines. Good luck on your application!