Smith College uses the Common Application exclusively and we strongly recommend that you submit it online. Your application fee of $60 is waived if you apply online.

To download a paper copy, visit the Common Application site or your high school guidance office.

Required application materials

Common Application Supplement

Secondary School Report, including guidance counselor's recommendation and official high school transcript

Teacher Evaluation Forms (2)

Midyear Report

Early Decision Agreement (if applicable)

For applicants with special training in the arts, you may submit the Common Application Arts Supplement.

Interview, on campus or with a local alumna

Standardized tests are optional for U.S. citizens and permanent residents. However, test requirements are different for International Students. View test requirements for International Students.

Smith Aid Application for Traditional Students

College Scholarship Service (CSS) PROFILE form

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Copies of student and parents’ most recent federal tax returns

Business/Farm taxes, if appropriate

Business/Farm Supplement not required, provide only if requested by Smith College

Noncustodial Parent Statement and tax returns, if appropriate

Calendar of Deadlines

Early
Decision I

Early
Decision II

Regular 
Decision 

Common Application
and Fee*

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Common Application Supplement

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Early Decision
Agreement
(if applicable)

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

NA

Interview

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Secondary School Report

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Midyear School Report

NA

Jan. 1**

Feb. 2

Teachers' Evaluations

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Standardized Test Scores***

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Financial aid materials

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