Freshman Admission

Each potential student is carefully evaluated on the basis of his or her academic and personal achievements. We are looking for those eager to fulfill their potential, regardless of religion, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, or financial need.

We strongly encourage interviews and campus visits; call the Office of Admission at (800) 263-0545 to make arrangements.

What you Need
1. Apply online using the Common Application (link below).
2. Official high school transcript.
3. SAT (with writing) or ACT (with writing) scores from the test agency, on the reference form or on the transcript.
4. Letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor (see link below).
5. An essay (instructions appear in the application).

Deadlines
For Early Action Consideration — December 1st
For Priority Consideration — February 1st

Application Forms

• Undergraduate Application Online (application form with instructions; download recommendation form separately)
• Reference Form (click to download ONLY this form)

 

Office of Admission
Tel: (800) 263-0545 or (650) 508-3600
Fax: (650) 508-3426
E-mail: admiss@ndnu.edu
M-Th 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
F 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Weekend – By appointment