Apply to Roanoke
The decision of when to apply is up to you, look carefully at all of the deadlines and decision options below, and decide which best suits you, and make sure to apply on or before the stated deadline.
| Application Types | Application Deadlines | Decision Release |
| Early Action I | September 15 | October 2 |
| Early Action I - Extended | October 15 | October 30 |
| Early Decision | November 18 | Rolling after October 1 |
| Early Action II - Extended | December 7 | December 18 |
| Regular Decision | March 15 | Rolling after December 11 |
| Transfer (Aug. Start) | May 15 | Rolling |
| Transfer (Jan. Start) | Nov. 15 | Rolling |
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Roanoke College is test-optional. Learn more about our policy.
Roanoke is more affordable than you think
Apply to find out what your merit award will be. Roanoke invests in students who have achieved in high school. Here are some examples of merit scholarships awarded at the time of admissions:
3.95 GPA + 1300 SAT* = $22,000/year
3.35 GPA + 1140 SAT* = $18,000/year
2.8 GPA + 1130 SAT* = $15,000/year
2.75 GPA + 1020 SAT* = $14,000/year
*New SAT format
**Once a need-based award has been presented, the college will no longer evaluate for additional merit-based aid.
Virginia residents will also receive the Virginia Tuition Assistance Grant, estimated at $3,400 per year. Additional need-based financial aid is available. Merit offers are made only to accepted students.