The Admissions Process
We are so excited to have you on campus!
The following steps outline the process from the beginning of your admissions process to Move-in-Day. If you have any questions please contact your Admissions Representative.
![Students on campus](https://www.arbor.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/SAU_NSO23_0515-700x467.jpg)
1
Submit your online application. 💻
Secure maximum financial aid eligibility and have a guaranteed decision by December 31!
2
Send in your official transcripts. 📄
Via; Parchment, National Student Clearinghouse, or your school’s registrar
3
Schedule a visit. 🏫
4
Get accepted (hopefully!). 🎉
![Student on move in day, moving in.](https://www.arbor.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/334A6777-700x467.jpg)
![Students on campus tour.](https://www.arbor.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/6U1A5705-700x500.jpg)
5
Submit your deposit to save your housing spot.💰
(the best Christian dorms in Michigan according to Niche!). Don’t worry – the deposit is refundable
by May 1.
6
File your FAFSA. ✅
Don’t forget to add our code (002318) so we can process your financial aid.
7
Get your awesome financial aid. 🙌
You’ll be shocked at how affordable Spring Arbor REALLY is!
8
Register for classes in the Spring! 📚
![People talking and smiling](https://www.arbor.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/SAU_NSO23_0721-e1700146209711.jpg)
![Student moving into dorm.](https://www.arbor.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/6P9A4186-700x467.jpg)