How to Apply

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Applying is easy! Go to our online application and create a login. You can return to the login screen to submit all required materials.

Important COVID-19 Information

To learn more about Smith’s planning, see the “Culture of Care” website. We are currently planning for remote and on-campus options for summer 2021 and will have more information in January 2021.



Application Dates & Deadlines

Applications are open for Smith Precollege Programs—the last day to apply is May 15, 2023. We will accept applications until 11:59 p.m. EST or once they reach capacity, whichever comes first. Some exceptions apply. 

Information regarding the programs and application for 2021 will be forthcoming in January 2021.

Requirements

Personal Essay

Please respond to ONE question as your essay prompt. Your essay is meant to help our admission committee better understand you as a student and a person. Please give an in-depth and authentic response. We want to learn about you! Your essay should be 250-500 words. 

What aspects about the college experience and applying to college are you eager to learn about? What do you hope to gain from the college readiness program?

Please respond to ONE question as your essay prompt.

  1. Tell us about the experience, event, book, movie, person, place, etc. that initially sparked your interest in writing. What was it about this event, person, etc. that inspired you?
  2. What is an experience, a character or a story idea that you have been wanting to write about but haven’t yet put into words? Why do you want to tell this story?

Please respond to ONE question as your essay prompt.

  1. Tell us about the experience, event, book, movie, person, place, etc. that initially sparked your interest in science. What was it about this event, person, etc. that inspired you?
  2. Tell us why you want to attend an intensive program in your chosen field at Smith College?

Please respond to ONE question as your essay prompt.

  1. Tell us about an experience, event, book, movie, person, place, etc. that initially sparked your interest in issues related to sustainability, farming, and/or social justice. What was it about this event, person, etc. that inspired you?
  2. If you could spend time with any person (real or fictional, historic or contemporary) who would it be, what would you do, and why?

Please respond to ONE question as your essay prompt.

  1. Tell us about an experience, event, book, movie, person, place, etc. that initially sparked your interest in studying women, gender or representation. What was it about this event, person, etc. that inspired you?
  2. If you could spend time with any person (real or fictional, historic or contemporary) who would it be, what would you do, and why?

Academic Letter of Recommendation

All applicants must submit one academic recommendation from a teacher. In the application, applicants must submit the name and email address of their recommender. An email will be sent to the recommender with a form for them to complete.

Transcript

You can upload a transcript to your online application. Or, you can email or fax the transcript to the Office of Precollege Programs.

Financial Aid Form (If Applicable)

Smith Precollege Programs financial assistance is available to a limited number of participants and is awarded on the basis of demonstrated financial need and eligibility for the program. To be considered for financial aid, you must complete the financial aid section in the application and upload tax documentation.


Our Application is Open

The last day to apply is May 15, 2022. We will accept applications until 11:59 p.m. EST on May 15, or once they reach capacity, whichever comes first. Some exceptions apply.

You can send your materials to:
Office of Precollege Programs | Smith College
30 Belmont Avenue
Northampton, MA 01063
summerprecollege@smith.edu | Fax: 413-585-4344

Contact Office of Precollege Programs

30 Belmont Avenue

Northampton, MA 01063