First-Year Instant Decision Days

Hey, Class of 2027! Sign up for an Instant Decision Day to receive an immediate admissions decision!
Receive your non-binding admissions decision AND scholarship eligibility on the spot!
- Talk with Ä¢¹½¶ÌÊÓÆµ staff and students!
- Take a campus tour!
- Enjoy refreshments from our on-campus food provider, Chartwells!
Fall 2027 Pre-Senior Instant Decision Days
Thursday, August 20 -- 10am-1pm Date closed - event at capacity
Save the Date: Thursday, November 5th -- 10am-1pm
Information and the sign up link will be posted on this page in early September.
Eligibility:
- Must be a high school senior, grade 12, as of September 2026. Expected graduation in May/June 2027.
- Cumulative weighted GPA of at least a 3.5 on a 4.0 scale (if out of a 100 point scale, at least a 88 weighted GPA)
Interested?...It's as easy as 1, 2, 3
1.) Complete the Instant Decision Day Interest Form.
- If you are invited to be a part of our Instant Decision Day program, we will contact you to confirm your event date and with additional information about the event.
- If you are not invitied to participate in our Instant Decision Day program, we encourage you to apply through our regular admissions process.
IMPORTANT: Please note that the following programs are NOT eligible for test-optional admission.
- Accelerated 7-yr. Medical (BS/DO)
- Pharmacy (BS/PharmD)
- Nursing (BSN)
- Direct Admit Physical Therapy (BS/DPT)
The following programs require additional faculty review; as such, students interested in these majors can receive a general offer of admission to the University during Instant Decision, but WILL NOT receive a specific program decision: Dance, Nursing, Dual-Degree Pharmacy, Dual-Degree Accelerated 7 yr. Pre-Med (BS/DO), Direct Admit Physical Therapy (BS/DPT), Dual-Degree Business, Dual-Degree Criminal Justice, Dual-Degree Environmental Science, and Dual-Degree Health Science options.
FAQ
I've submitted my Instant Decision Interest Form and transcript. Now what?
If I am found eligible for an Instant Decision date, does that mean I've been admitted?
No. Admission is not guaranteed for any participant. You will be notified of your admissions decision by a counselor when you attend the event.
I'm interested in applying for a dual-degree program or a program with specific criteria. Will I be able to participate and receive a decision?
You are absolutely encouraged to participate, although you will only receive an admissions decision to the University, not to the specialty program of choice.
Please be aware that the following programs require additional faculty review, and as such, you may not receive a decision regarding program entry on the day of the event: Dance, Nursing, Dual-Degree Pharmacy, Dual-Degree Accelerated 7 yr. Pre-Med (BS/DO), Direct Admit Physical Therapy (BS/DPT), Dual-Degree Business, Dual-Degree Criminal Justice, Dual-Degree Environmental Science, Dual-Degree Environmental Science, and Dual-Degree Health Science options.
Will I find out about merit scholarships during the event?
Yes! You will receive information about merit scholarships if you qualify for one. Your admissions counselor will be able to answer any questions you have regarding your eligibility. Please review our scholarships page for more details.
We're Here to Help!
If you still have questions regarding Instant Decision Day email IDD@stockton.edu or call Grace Hind at 609.652.4831 or Stephanie Fontanes at 609.652.4992.Explore our Academic Programs
Learn about our Academic Areas of Study and the Schools which house them:
- School of Arts and Humanities
- School of Business
- School of Education
- School of General Studies
- School of Health Sciences
- School of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
- School of Social and Behavioral Sciences


