Step 1
You should first contact the Office of College Admission to discuss with an admission officer your intention to apply to Brown as a special student.
Step 2
If you are eligible for special student status, complete the online application. Please ask representatives from your institution to submit the following required materials by e-mail to admission@brown.edu:
- Official transcripts for all secondary school work as well as for all completed college courses and all courses currently in progress.
- Score reports for any College Board tests you have taken. International applicants are also required to submit TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo test results. These may be sent directly from the testing agency.
Step 3
Obtain two letters of recommendation from former instructors or individuals who know you well (e.g., an employer, counselor, family friend, etc.). The persons writing these recommendations should send them directly to the Office of College Admission.
Deadlines for receipt of application and supporting materials:
- April 15 for Semester I (September enrollment)
- October 15 for Semester II (January enrollment)
Notification from the Board of Admission:
Notification of admission decision will be provided several weeks before classes begin.