Apply for Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Thank you for choosing Empire State University to pursue your degree. Please review the academic terms and submit a completed application including required documentation by the application deadline dates below.

Questions about completing your application? Contact your Regional Recruiter.

Summer 2023 Term Application Deadline*

Full Term (15- week session) and 
Express Term 1 (8-week session)

Express Term 2 (8-week session)

April 14


May 19

Fall 2023 Term Application Deadline*

Full Term (15- week session) and 
Express Term 1 (8-week session)

Express Term 2 (8-week session)

August 1


September 28

*All required application documents (supplemental items) must be submitted on or before the application deadline date.

Nondegree students complete a different application.

Application Requirements

An application is considered complete when the Admissions Office has received all of the following items:

To check the status of your application and application requirements log into your application account.

If the application process is not completed within one year, the application expires and the applicant will have to reapply.

Learn about college support and next steps after you are accepted.

Immunization Requirement

State Law dictates that students enrolling in 6 or more credits provide proof of immunization including measles, mumps, rubella and meningitis. Applicants are encouraged to provide documentation to avoid registration restrictions. 

Disability Services or Accommodations

For information regarding disability services or to request accommodations, please contact the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services.

Apply for an Associate or Bachelor's Degree

Thank you for choosing Empire State University to pursue your degree. Please review the academic terms and submit a completed application including required documentation by the application deadlines below.

Questions about completing your application? Contact your Regional Recruiter.

Summer 2023 Term Application Deadline*

Full Term (15- week session) and 
Express Term 1 (8-week session)

Express Term 2 (8-week session)

April 14


May 19

Fall 2023 Term Application Deadline*

Full Term (15- week session) and 
Express Term 1 (8-week session)

Express Term 2 (8-week session)

August 1


September 28

*All required application documents (supplemental items) must be submitted on or before the application deadline date.

Nondegree students complete a different application.

Application Requirements

An application is considered complete when the admissions office has received all of the following items:

To check the status of your application and application requirements, log into your application account.

If your application is not completed within one year, the application will expire and you will need to reapply.

Learn about what happens after you are accepted.

Immunization Requirement

State law dictates that students enrolling in 6 or more credits provide proof of immunization including immunization against measles, mumps, rubella, and meningitis. Applicants are encouraged to provide documentation to avoid registration restrictions. 

Disability Services or Accommodations

For information regarding disability services or to request accommodations, please contact the Office of Accessibility Resources and Services.