Applying to Mitchell College

Admissions Requirements

Prior to enrollment, applicants must have graduated from an accredited high school or hold an official high school equivalency diploma. 

Ideally all applications will have taken the following high school courses (exceptions are reviewed on an individual basis):

• 4 years of English
• 3 years of Math (Algebra I & II, Geometry)
• 3 years of Social Studies
• 3 years of Science

Applications are reviewed with the following considerations:

• Cumulative GPA
• Rigor of coursework
• Extracurricular involvement
• Information provided on the application/any letters of recommendation received

Application Requirements

It is free to apply! Complete either the Common Application or the Mitchell College Online Application.

• High school transcript/GED (Note: if you complete the Mitchell College Online Application, your counselor cannot submit documents via Naviance)
• Essay (optional)
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (optional)
• Mitchell College is test optional–any test scores submitted will be considered in context and as supplemental information.

Submitting Documents

• Transcripts can be sent electronically or via mail
• Emailed transcripts can be sent to admissions@mitchell.edu (**NOTE: If students complete the Mitchell College Online Application, documents CANNOT be submitted via Naviance)
• Transcripts can also be sent electronically via Parchment, Scoir, ScribOrder, or the National Clearinghouse
• Mailed transcripts should be sent to:

Mitchell College Admissions

437 Pequot Avenue

New London, CT 06320

Admission Deadlines

Mitchell College follows a rolling admissions policy. Application will be reviewed as they become complete, and decisions will be sent to the applicant within two weeks of the review.

*Exceptions to this timeframe may occur if an interview, additional information, or semester grades are requested in order to make an admissions decision.

Mitchell College, located in New London, Connecticut, is happy to welcome students from all over the world!

Note: Mitchell College is not a language school and does not issue Form I-20s for English as a Second Language (ESL) studies.

Admissions Requirements

English Proficiency minimum scores:

• Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): 75
• International Language Testing System Exam (IELTS): 6.0
• Duolingo English Test (DET): 90
• Pearson Test of English (PTE): 53

Applications are reviewed with the following considerations:

• Cumulative GPA
• Rigor of coursework
• Extracurricular involvement
• Information provided in the application/any letters of recommendation received

Application Requirements

It is free to apply! Complete the Common Application or the Mitchell College Online Application. 

• Official copy of secondary transcripts

*Transcripts must be translated into English. Evaluation agency must be a member of NACES. Click here for a list of NACES members. 

• Proof of English Proficiency (if you did not attend an English speaking school)

F-1 Visa Requirements

• Copy of current and valid passport
• Certification of Finances
• Official bank statement(s) reflecting the balance noted (minus the amount of Merit Scholarship):

Commuter students: $40,490 (USD)

Resident students: $56,650 (USD)

All financial documents and bank statements must be in English and note currency values in US dollar equivalencies. 

*Federal law requires Mitchell College to document who will finance your education in the United States prior to issuing the I-20 form for your student visa. International students are eligible for consideration for a Merit Scholarship of $15,000 per year. 

Submitting Documents

• Transcripts can be sent electronically or via mail
• Emailed transcripts can be sent to admissions@mitchell.edu (**NOTE: If students complete the Mitchell College Online Application, documents CANNOT be submitted via Naviance)
• Transcripts can also be sent electronically via Parchment, Scoir, ScribOrder, or the National Clearinghouse
• Mailed transcripts should be sent to:

Mitchell College Admissions

437 Pequot Avenue

New London, CT 06320

Admissions Deadlines

The application process for international students can be timely. It is recommended that you begin the process five months prior to the start of the semester you want to attend.

Mitchell College follows a rolling admissions policy. Applications will be reviewed as they become complete, and decisions will be sent to the applicant within two weeks of the review. 

*Exceptions to this timeframe may occur if an interview, additional information, or semester grades are requested in order to make an admissions decision. 

Your newest chapter starts here at Mitchell College–we are ready to help you with a seamless transfer experience!

Admissions Requirements

Prior to enrollment, applicants must have graduated from an accredited high school or hold an official high school equivalency diploma. 

Applications are reviewed with the following considerations:

• Cumulative GPA
• Extracurricular Involvement
• Information provided in the application/any letters of recommendation

Application Requirements

It is free to apply! Complete the Common Application or the Mitchell College Online Application. 

• Official copy of Final High School Transcript/GED
• College transcripts from all previous institutions (official transcripts will be needed for enrollment)

Submitting Documents

• Transcripts can be sent electronically or via mail
• Emailed transcripts can be sent to admissions@mitchell.edu (**NOTE: If students complete the Mitchell College Online Application, documents CANNOT be submitted via Naviance)
• Transcripts can also be sent electronically via Parchment, Scoir, ScribOrder, or the National Clearinghouse
• Mailed transcripts should be sent to:

Mitchell College Admissions

437 Pequot Avenue

New London, CT 06320

Admissions Deadlines

The application process for international students can be timely. It is recommended that you begin the process five months prior to the start of the semester you want to attend.

Mitchell College follows a rolling admissions policy. Applications will be reviewed as they become complete, and decisions will be sent to the applicant within two weeks of the review. 

*Exceptions to this timeframe may occur if an interview, additional information, or semester grades are requested in order to make an admissions decision. 

Credit Evaluations

Interested in knowing how your credits will transfer to Mitchell? Once received, transcripts are sent to our Transfer Advisor for an unofficial credit evaluation. Once deposited, final transcripts are required for an official credit evaluation.

Transfer Guarantee

Mitchell College guarantees admission to applicants who have graduated with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher from a community college in the state of Connecticut, as a part of the new Transfer Guarantee program established by the New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE).

If you have left Mitchell College for reasons other than an approved leave of absence you must complete the Mitchell College Re-enrollment Application. You do not need to complete any other application. If you did course work at another institution during your absence you need to submit official transcripts from that institution along with your application.

Learn more about how Mitchell supports veterans and military-connected students at mitchell.edu/veterans.

Apply through the Mobile App or Common App.

• If you have earned a 3 or higher on an AP exam, you may be eligible to receive college credit. Please submit official score reports to the Admissions Office.
• If you have earned a 24 or higher on International Baccalaureate (IB) exams, you may be eligible to receive college credit. Please submit official score reports to the Admissions Office.
• If you have earned a 50 or higher on College Level Examination (CLEP) exams, you may be eligible to receive college credit. Please submit official score reports to the Admissions Office.
• If you have taken any Dual Enrollment/Early College Experience classes while in high school, you must submit official college transcripts to the Admissions Office.

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All full-time students are considered for a Merit Scholarship during the application process. Merit Scholarships are based on GPA, rigor of curriculum, extracurricular involvement, motivation, and other special factors. Merit Scholarships are renewable at the awarded amount provided the student is making satisfactory academic progress (SAP).

To be fully considered for all sources of need-based financial aid, students should submit the FAFSA and add Mitchell (Code: 001393).