Undergraduate Admission
Regular Decision
Most first-year students choose to apply under our Regular Decision plan, which requires applying by January 3 (11:59 p.m. applicant's local time). Applicants who apply under our Regular Decision plan will receive a decision by early April.
Regular Decision
Most first-year students choose to apply under our Regular Decision plan, which requires applying by January 3 (11:59 p.m. applicant's local time). Applicants who apply under our Regular Decision plan will receive a decision by early April.
Standardized Tests
For first-year applicants in the 2023-2024 admission cycle, Brown will maintain our test optional policy. More updates and information can be found on our Standardized Tests webpage.
Admission Decisions
Once you have submitted your Common Application, you will receive access to your Brown Applicant Portal from us on a rolling basis.
Applying under our Regular Decision plan will allow you to consider other college options before making your final decision by May 1. Admitted students are expected to notify Brown about their decision to enroll by May 1, which is the common reply date for many colleges.
Start Your Application
Applications to Brown are submitted online via the Common Application. Learn how to apply and start your application.