- What parts of the Common Application or Coalition Application are required for Syracuse University?
- Where can I find additional assistance on completing the Common Application or Coalition Application?
- How do I submit my application if I have a fee waiver?
- I'm applying Early Decision. Where do I find the ED Agreement form?
- Will I receive confirmation when Syracuse University receives my application?
- What is the word count max/min for the questions in the Additional Information section?
- Do I have to select two choices for college/plan?
- I wish to apply to a dual major that is not listed in the supplement.
- I already submitted my application but I've changed my mind about the major I want to apply to. How do I correct this?
- I'm applying to the College of Arts and Sciences or the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Why is it asking me about Discovery Programs?
- Can I submit a portfolio/DVD/recording to enhance my application even if I'm not applying to a program for which it is required?
- How can I schedule my portfolio review or audition in person?
- Can I submit my portfolio or audition before submitting the Common Application or Coalition Application?
- Do I need to submit an audition or portfolio if I'm applying to the College of Visual and Performing Arts or the School of Architecture as my second or third choice?
- The extracurricular section of the Common Application or Coalition Application is limited to a list of 10 activities and I have more to add.
- Can I submit a letter of recommendation from someone other than academic teacher?
- My teacher is unable to load the teacher recommendation form from the Common Application or Coalition Application website.
- As a transfer applicant, whom should I submit as the Registrar in the “Assign Recommenders” section?
- How can I submit additional forms/information separate from the Common Application or Coalition Application?
- When will I hear back from Syracuse?
- Does Syracuse have an early action plan?
- Does Syracuse superscore?
What parts of the Common Application or Coalition Application are required for Syracuse University?
Once you choose Syracuse University as one of your selected schools, it will be added to your Dashboard. You will see there are two items to complete—the application and the writing requirements. The application includes:
- Questions
- FERPA Agreement
- Assign Recommenders
- Application fee payment – $85*
These sections must be completed in order to submit your application.
*Refer to the question below about qualifying for a fee waiver.
Where can I find additional assistance on completing the Common Application or Coalition Application?
For students applying with the Common Application, the Applicant Support Center is a great resource with FAQs, video tutorials, and access to technical support. Transfer applicants can reference the Transfer Applicant Help Center.
For students applying with the Coalition Application, the Scoir Help Center has tailored resources to assist with any application issues. You can also submit a help ticket if you cannot find an answer on their FAQ site.
How do I submit my application if I have a fee waiver?
In the "Profile" section of the Common Application or Coalition Application you will indicate and sign that you qualify for a fee waiver, based on the indicators of economic need listed in this section. This will allow you to submit your application without paying the fee. Once you submit your application, be sure to submit the appropriate documentation to Syracuse University to show that you qualify for the fee waiver.
The application fee is $85. There are a few ways to receive a fee waiver:
- Students who received an SAT or ACT fee waiver may forward a copy to our office;
- If you have received a waiver from NACAC, we will accept this;
- School counselors may request an application fee waiver for students for whom it would present a financial hardship. This request must come in writing on school letterhead and may be submitted as a PDF to orange@syr.edu.
- Any current or former member of the United States military (Veteran, Active-Duty, National Guard, Reserve, or Early Commissioning Program) will have their application fee automatically waived by completing the Veterans and Military Students Application.
I'm applying Early Decision. Where do I find the ED Agreement form?
You will complete the ED Agreement electronically through your Common Application or Coalition Application. If you need to submit separately after you submitted your application, you may download and complete a PDF the Common Application ED Agreement or Coalition Application ED Agreement and scan and send to orange@syr.edu.
Will I receive confirmation when Syracuse University receives my application?
You will receive an email confirmation from the University once your application is received. This can take up to 3-4 days from the time you submit through the Common Application or Coalition Application. Once we process your application you will receive and email from Syracuse University with a temporary PIN and link to access your Application Portal. You will be able to check your application status via your portal. If you have not received confirmation after two weeks, you are welcome to email orange@syr.edu to have someone in the office check for you. Please note, Syracuse University will begin uploading applications from the Common Application or Coalition Application in early September. If you submit your application prior to September 1, it may be a few weeks before you receive confirmation.
What is the word count max/min for the questions in the Additional Information section?
While there is no word minimum, please answer in a few sentences or 1-2 paragraphs. Responses should be less than 250 words.
Do I have to select two choices for college/plan?
No. You must indicate your preferred choice, the second choice is optional. You may not be admissible to your first-choice however, you can still be considered for your second choice colleges/plan if space remains. If you only want to be considered for one college/plan, you should select it as your first choice and do not fill out the second choice field. You may also indicate that you would like to be considered for other options that may be a good fit based on your academic qualifications and interests.
I wish to apply to a dual major that is not listed in the supplement.
(For example, I'm interested in a major in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, plus a major in the Setnor School of Music.)
All of the dual majors to which you may apply are included as options for you to select on the application. If you are interested in pursuing a double major that is not offered, you may work with your faculty advisor(s) to do so once you are a student on campus. For now, choose the single enrollment college and major on the application that best fits your interests and include a second and third choice as applicable to your interests. Please refer to the list of dual/combined enrollment options.
I already submitted my application but I've changed my mind about the major I want to apply to. How do I correct this?
Send an email to orange@syr.edu and be sure to include your full name, date of birth and SUID number (if you have it). Indicate what program(s) you originally applied to and what you would like your new program(s) to be.
I'm applying to the College of Arts and Sciences or the College of Engineering and Computer Science. Why is it asking me about Discovery Programs?
Applicants to the College of Arts and Sciences or the College of Engineering and Computer Science have the option of applying for Discovery Programs for which you would spend the fall semester of you freshman year in Florence, Madrid or Strasbourg. If you do not wish to apply for a Discovery Program, select "No" in the drop down menu.
Can I submit a portfolio/DVD/recording to enhance my application even if I'm not applying to a program for which it is required?
No. Syracuse University does not accept or review these items if they are not required for the program to which you are applying. You should answer “No” for the question asking if you intend to submit a portfolio or audition online.
How can I schedule my portfolio review or audition in person?
More information, including dates and locations, can be found here:
Can I submit my portfolio or audition before submitting the Common Application or Coalition Application?
If you intend to submit your portfolio for architecture, art, design, transmedia or non-performance programs in drama online rather than in person, you will need to submit your application prior to submitting your portfolio. Soon after submitting your application you will receive information on accessing your applicant portal, through which you can submit your portfolio. If you are applying to a performance-based program in the Department of Drama, you must should submit your application prior to submitting your prescreen audition through the Applicant Portal. Soon after submitting your application you will receive information on accessing your applicant portal, through which you can submit your portfolio.
If you are applying to the Setnor School of Music you must submit your application prior to submitting your audition through the Applicant Portal. Soon after submitting your application you will receive information on accessing your applicant portal, through which you can submit your portfolio.
Note: portfolios for art, design and transmedia may only be submitted online.
Do I need to submit an audition or portfolio if I'm applying to the College of Visual and Performing Arts or the School of Architecture as my second or third choice?
Yes. If you are applying to ANY program for which it is required, even if it’s not your first choice, you will not be considered unless you submit the portfolio or audition.
The extracurricular section of the Common Application or Coalition Application is limited to a list of 10 activities and I have more to add.
You may send your resume or additional activities to the Office of Admissions at orange@syr.edu and an Admissions officer will add it to your application.
Can I submit a letter of recommendation from someone other than academic teacher?
Your academic recommenders must be a teachers from a core academic subjects. You may submit an additional recommendation from someone such as an art/music teacher, coach or work supervisor if you feel this person would be able to provide additional insight to your academic abilities and personal character.
My teacher is unable to load the teacher recommendation form from the Common Application or Coalition Application website.
Please have your teacher email your recommendations directly from their school email address to us at orange@syr.edu or have them sent to us by mail. View the proper mailing address.
As a transfer applicant, whom should I submit as the Registrar in the “Assign Recommenders” section?
You may enter the name of the person who will submit your official academic transcript or an academic/career advisor. Syracuse University does not require a recommendation or school report from your registrar.
How can I submit additional forms/information separate from the Common Application or Coalition Application?
Additional materials can be sent to orange@syr.edu or mailed to our Undergraduate Admissions Processing Center.
When will I hear back from Syracuse?
Early Decision I admission notifications begin in late December and continue through January. Early Decision II admission notifications begin in late January and continue through February. The majority of students who applied Regular Decision will hear in late March. Transfer student notifications begin in early April and continue to go out weekly through the summer. Applicants are notified via email.
Does Syracuse have an early action plan?
Syracuse does not offer Early Action, only Early Decision I and II and Regular Decision.
Does Syracuse superscore?
Yes, Syracuse superscores both the SAT and ACT. If you’ve taken either test multiple times, be sure to send scores from each test date.