When will I receive a decision on my application?

Applications are initially evaluated by the Graduate Admissions Office.  Ordinarily, only applications of those who have fulfilled the minimum requirements are referred to the department.  Faculty admissions committees then evaluate and select the most qualified candidates.  The number of qualified applicants far exceeds the number of applicants who can be admitted.  Because departmental committees base recommendations for admission upon careful comparison of applications, it may be some time before final decisions are made.  As a result there cannot be a guarantee that applicants will receive a response, favorable or unfavorable, on or before any specific date.

What constitutes an official offer of admission?

Only the Director of Graduate Admissions or the Dean of the School of Social Work if you are applying for an MSW program, has the authority to make an offer of admission. A letter or email from a faculty member is not an official offer of admission. Only when you receive the official letter signed by the Director of Graduate Admissions or  the Dean of the School of Social Work you are considered fully admitted.

Will I be able to see if a decision has been made on my application using the online tracking system?

No, Hunter College does not post decisions online. Students will be notified of all decisions by mail.

Are admissions decisions made on a rolling-basis?

Most programs make decisions after the Faculty Selection Committee reviews all the applicants to the program after the application deadline. In some cases, programs may review applicants on a rolling-basis.

If I am admitted, may I defer my admission?

No. Hunter College does not grant deferrals of admission; you must reapply.

How do I reapply to the graduate program at Hunter College?

You need to complete a new application in order to reapply to a graduate program at Hunter College. If you are reapplying within the next academic year you will not need to resubmit official transcripts, letters of recommendation, or official test scores. Supporting documents are retained for a year by the Office of Graduate Admissions and will be combined with the new application.

How do I transfer credits I took at another graduate school?

If you are admitted, the faculty will determine if transfer of credit could be granted after you have enrolled. For more on the Graduate Transfer of Credit policy click here.