Admissions

Keuka College welcomes applicants for admission who seek an education founded in the liberal arts and are committed to the benefits of experiential learning. The College provides career and pre-professional preparation. Students who wish to avail themselves of the academic, co-curricular, extracurricular, and experiential programs of the College are invited to apply for entrance. Keuka College considers domestic and international incoming freshman and transfer candidates for undergraduate and graduate studies.

Candidates for admission must demonstrate the ability, motivation, and preparation to undertake college-level studies. Each candidate is evaluated on individual strengths in relation to the demands of the academic programs offered at Keuka College. 

Admission is offered without regard to race, creed, or national origin. Admitted students must possess a high school diploma or its equivalent. All documents submitted as part of the application process become the permanent possession of Keuka College and cannot be returned to the applicant or forwarded to a third party. Acceptance of applicants with prior felony convictions is not guaranteed. Exception to policy forms may be requested in special circumstances.

The Admissions Office staff operates with the utmost professionalism. In accordance with 34 C.F.R. 668 admissions counselors/college recruiters will never use fraudulent or aggressive recruiting tactics as it pertains to military students or any other students interested in our institution. These counselors/recruiters will also never engage in high-pressure recruitment tactics and will not be compensated for securing military enrollments or any other student enrollments.

Admissions requirements are outlined below and are subject to change. Updated requirements can be viewed online by visiting keuka.edu/apply. Completing the application process does not guarantee admission into the College, or the applicants’ desired academic program. Upon acceptance, domestic students are encouraged to apply for financial aid by submitting their FAFSA as soon as possible. FAFSA applications can be submitted as soon as October 1 for the following year. Students who wish to secure a spot in the incoming class are required to submit an enrollment deposit of $200 by cash, check, or online payment. Enrollment deposits are not waived; however, payment plan options are available.