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

Standardized tests (SAT I, ACT, TOEFL or IELTS) are required for international citizens. The SAT I or ACT is required for students being instructed in English. The TOEFL or IELTS is required for students being instructed in a language other than English. SAT II subject tests are optional.

International students who are attending high school in the U.S. must submit SAT I or ACT scores.

Teacher Evaluation Forms (2)

Midyear Report

Early Decision Agreement (if applicable)

International Supplement to the Secondary School Report

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

SAT II scores. (Same policy as listed above for SAT I.)

College Board International Student Financial Aid Application

Copy of parents' most recent income tax returns (translated) or a signed statement of income from each parent's employer

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

School Report

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Midyear Report

NA

Jan. 1**

Feb. 2

Teacher Evaluations

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Standardized Test Scores

Nov. 15

Jan. 1

Jan. 15

Financial aid materials

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