{"id":2300,"date":"2021-12-16T08:18:12","date_gmt":"2021-12-16T13:18:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/?page_id=2300"},"modified":"2026-08-21T10:52:23","modified_gmt":"2026-08-21T14:52:23","slug":"applying-as-a-first-year-student","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/first-year\/applying-as-a-first-year-student\/","title":{"rendered":"Applying as a First-Year Student"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"content-block content-block--has-menu wp-block-butler-content-block\">\n\t<div class=\"content-block-container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"content-block-layout\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-block-menu-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<nav class=\"content-block-menu-nav\" aria-label=\"Site menu\" id=\"page-nav\"><div class=\"content-block-menu-wrapper\"><header class=\"content-block-menu-header\"><span class=\"content-block-menu-header-label\">Admission &amp; Aid Menu<\/span><button type=\"button\" class=\"content-block-menu-mobile-toggle\" title=\"Toggle menu\" aria-label=\"Toggle menu\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><\/button><\/header><ul class=\"content-block-menu-list\"><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-initial\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/first-year\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">First-Year<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-initial\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/transfer\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Transfer<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-initial\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/international\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">International<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-initial\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/graduate-professional\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Graduate &amp; Professional<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-initial\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/founders\/admission-and-aid\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Founder&#039;s College<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-initial\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/overseas\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Butler Overseas<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-initial\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/admitted\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Admitted<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-initial\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/non-degree\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Non-Degree<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-hidden-overflow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/financial-aid-scholarships\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Financial Aid &amp; Scholarships<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-hidden-overflow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/tuition-costs\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Tuition &amp; Costs<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-hidden-overflow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/veterans\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Military and Veterans<\/a><\/li><li class=\"content-block-menu-list-item content-block-menu-item-hidden-overflow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/registrar\/transferring-credits-to-butler\/\" class=\"content-block-menu-list-link\">Transferring Credits to Butler<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><button type=\"button\" class=\"content-block-menu-desktop-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\" data-content-block-toggle-more-label=\"More links\" data-content-block-toggle-less-label=\"Hide links\">More links<\/button><\/nav>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"content-block-content-container is-layout-constrained\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<h1 id=\"h-applying-as-a-first-year-student\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Applying as a First-Year Student<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We won&#8217;t sugar coat it\u2014applying to college can be stressful. But hey, take a deep breath. You&#8217;ve got this!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ve done our best to keep our first-year admission process straightforward. Our team is here to help every step of the way, so don&#8217;t feel like you have to wait until our application opens (August 1, by the way) to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/find-your-counselor\/\">ask a question<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-what-we-re-looking-for\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What We&#8217;re Looking For<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We want to get to know the <em>whole you<\/em> through the application process, but stats are a good way of knowing where you stand. These figures represent the first-year class that will enter in fall 2026:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Applicants:&nbsp;<\/strong>10,920<br><strong>Enrolling first year students:<\/strong> 1,068<br><strong>GPA (middle 50%):<\/strong> 3.62\u20134.17<br><strong>ACT (middle 50%):<\/strong> 26\u201331*<br><strong>SAT (middle 50%):<\/strong> 1170\u20131340*<br>SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing: 600-690; SAT Math: 570-670<br><em>*Test scores are for those who did not apply test-optional.<br>Data reflective of June 2026.<br><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2c90304e wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text-link-blue-medium\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/apply.commonapp.org\/Login?ma=46\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Start or complete a Common App<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-text-link-blue-medium\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/adm.butler.edu\/status\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check your application status<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"h-preparing-to-apply\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preparing to Apply<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-container wp-block-butler-accordion-container\" data-allow-multiple=\"false\" style=\"--butler-accordion-title-bg-hover: ;\">\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tHigh School Coursework\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The classes you take in high school and the grades you earn are important factors. Prospective first-year students are expected to have the following academic preparation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">English: 4 years<br>Mathematics: 3 years<br>Laboratory Science: 3 years<br>Social Studies\/History: 3 years<br>World Language: 2 years of the same language<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re planning to major in the Natural Sciences, Pre-Pharmacy, Health Sciences, Healthcare and Business, Computer Science, or Mathematics, you should take additional units of science and math.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tAdvanced Course Placement\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students who successfully complete AP, International Baccalaureate, or dual-credit courses in high school are eligible for advanced course placement at Butler. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/registrar\/transferring-credits-to-butler\/credit-through-testing\/\">Learn more.&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"h-first-year-application-checklist\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">First-Year Application Checklist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here\u2019s a summary of what you\u2019ll need to complete your application:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-container wp-block-butler-accordion-container\" data-allow-multiple=\"false\" style=\"--butler-accordion-title-bg-hover: ;\">\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tCommon App\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students applying to Butler can apply using the <a href=\"https:\/\/apply.commonapp.org\/login?ma=46\">Common App<\/a>. Butler requires a non-refundable $50 application fee (paid via the Common App). Eligible students with financial need may qualify for an application fee waiver through the Common App.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tWriting Sample, Personal Statement, or Essay\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Students should use one of the essay prompts provided in the Common App platform in 650 words or less. Alternatively, you may submit a personal statement or essay on a topic of your choice. Submit your writing sample with your application.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tOfficial High School Transcript \t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Request that your school counseling office or registrar send us your official high school transcript. Include all high schools previously attended. Transcripts should reflect coursework completed through your junior year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you list your school counselor\/registrar information in your application, we\u2019ll automatically send an email request for these materials on your behalf.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tSchool Report\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The School Report is a supporting document that should be completed by your high school counselor and commonly accompanies the transcript and high school profile. The report provides Butler with an overview of your high school, including coursework and rigor of curriculum available. This counselor recommendation will include information about your academic performance and assess your potential for success at Butler.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tOPTIONAL: Test Scores\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We know you\u2019re more than standardized test scores\u2014that&#8217;s why we\u2019ve made them optional. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/test-optional\/\">Learn more about test-optional admission.&nbsp;<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you choose to apply with standardized test scores, you can submit them in three different ways: submit self-reported scores on the application for admission, submit official scores directly from testing services, or ask your high school to send an official transcript, if your high school includes test scores on its transcripts. We accept the SAT (code 1073) or the ACT (code 1180).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you self-report your scores, you are required to have official scores sent from the testing service or provided on an official transcript from your high school within three weeks of submitting your enrollment deposit (summer or fall entry) or December 1 (spring entry).<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tOPTIONAL: R\u00e9sum\u00e9\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of the r\u00e9sum\u00e9 as a chance to provide us with a summary of your activities and interests. It doesn\u2019t need to be fancy\u2014you are welcome to submit a simple list!&nbsp; Include your high school activities, clubs, hobbies, and community engagement. And\u2014don\u2019t forget\u2014work and family responsibilities can be important to share as well.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tOPTIONAL: Letter(s) of Recommendation\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While this is not a requirement, there may be instances where you\u2019d like to have letters of recommendation submitted by your supporters. These letters are often submitted by teachers, but may also be from your school counselor or other non-academic recommenders like coaches, employers, or mentors. These individuals provide insight into your success in the classroom, but can also offer an overview of your interests and activities outside of the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"deadlines\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">First-Year Admission Deadlines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Butler offers Early Action, Early Decision, and Regular Decision deadlines for first-year fall applicants. We strongly encourage students to apply before November 1 to maximize their scholarship and admission consideration.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-container wp-block-butler-accordion-container\" data-allow-multiple=\"false\" style=\"--butler-accordion-title-bg-hover: ;\">\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tFall Admission\u2014Early Action\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Early Action benefits include full scholarship consideration, priority consideration to the Honors Program, and an admission decision by December.&nbsp;<em><br><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">August 1:&nbsp;Application opens<br><strong>November 1: Early Action Deadline<\/strong><br>December 1: Recommended FAFSA filing date<br>February 15: Butler&#8217;s Priority FAFSA Deadline<br>May 1: Enrollment deposit deadline<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We share Early Action admission decisions on a rolling basis between October and December. Early Action decisions are non-binding.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tFall Admission\u2014Early Decision (Nursing Only)\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"http:\/\/www.butler.edu\/nursing\">Nursing program<\/a> is the only program at Butler currently utilizing an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/first-year\/early-decision\/\">Early Decision<\/a> admission process. Early Decision is a&nbsp;<strong>binding<\/strong>&nbsp;commitment, meaning those who apply and are admitted to the Nursing program will<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>enroll and attend Butler. Students should only apply Early Decision to one school because of that binding commitment. When completing the Common App, you will select \u2018Early Decision\u2019 on the application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">August 1: Application opens<br><strong>November 1: Early Decision Deadline<\/strong><br>December 1: FAFSA Priority Deadline<br>February 1: Non-refundable $500 enrollment deposit due<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We share Early Decision admission decisions in December. Early Decision admission decisions are binding. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.butler.edu\/admission-aid\/first-year\/early-decision\/\">applying Early Decision<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tFall Admission\u2014Regular Decision\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">August 1:&nbsp;Application opens<br><strong>February 1: Regular Decision Deadline<\/strong><br>February 15: Butler&#8217;s Priority FAFSA Deadline<br>May 1: Enrollment deposit deadline<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We share Regular Decision admission decisions on a rolling basis between December and February.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We continue accepting applications for rolling admission after February 1, but you have a better chance at scholarships (and admission) if you apply by the Regular Decision Deadline.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tSpring Admission\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">August 1: Application opens<br><strong>November 1:&nbsp;Priority application deadline for scholarship consideration<\/strong><br>January 1:&nbsp;Enrollment deposit refund deadline<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We continue accepting applications for rolling spring admission after November 1. We share spring admission decisions on a rolling basis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Need-Based Financial Aid:<\/strong> Priority consideration for all need-based gift assistance is given to admitted spring students who submit or update the FAFSA by the priority application deadline. For spring applicants, this would be November 1. After those dates, eligibility for gift assistance is subject to the availability of funds.<\/p>\n\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<h3 id=\"h-additional-application-requirements\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Application Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re applying to one of these programs or identify with a population listed below, you may need to take a few extra steps to complete your application.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-container wp-block-butler-accordion-container\" data-allow-multiple=\"false\" style=\"--butler-accordion-title-bg-hover: ;\">\n\n<div class=\"butler-accordion-item wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-header\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"butler-accordion-title wp-block-butler-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"butler-accordion-toggle\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\tJordan College of the Arts\t\t\t\t<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Open<\/span>\n\t\t\t<\/button>\n\t\t<\/h2>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<div class=\"butler-accordion-item-content\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Majoring in the arts? You must complete an Art, Arts Administration, Dance, Music, or Theatre<strong> supplement<\/strong> in addition to the Common App. Please note that this requirement does not apply to students majoring in Art History.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Audition, portfolio review, or interview:&nbsp;<\/strong>All JCA majors except for those majoring in Art History must also complete an audition, portfolio review, and\/or interview. 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