Undergraduate Admissions
READY TO APPLY?
If you know JWU is for you, apply today! JWU also offers Early Action, a non-binding application program. Early Action application deadline is November 1; you’ll learn your admissions decision by mid-November.
Future Students
It all starts here
At Johnson & Wales University, we want you to imagine everything your future can be. And then we’ll help you work toward it — because when you work, so does your education. With campuses in Providence, and Charlotte, each with distinct offerings, your options are as open as your potential.
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Selecting a Major
Whether you know exactly what you are looking for, or want to explore different areas of interest, the JWU academic search tool will help you do both. With over 80 program options there are infinite outcomes.
Affording JWU
We work to ensure that your education is not just a valuable investment it's a financially attainable goal. Our financial aid team helps families invest in an experience that guides students towards success.
Submitting your Application
Building a life you'll love starts here. Begin your path towards a lifetime of success by completing your application now. JWU offers both early action and rolling admissions options. Whether submitting online or in print, the process takes less than 30 minutes to complete. Get started!
Fall Semester Deadlines
| Early Action Timeline | Regular Timeline | |
|---|---|---|
| Application Deadline* | November 1 | March 1 |
| Admissions Notification Date | Mid-November | Rolling |
*Transfer students can apply anytime.
Early Action is a non-binding application program
Spring Semester Deadlines
Students are encouraged to complete the application process as soon as possible before the semester start, preferably 30 days prior.
Johnson & Wales University holistically reviews all elements of a student’s application to identify those students most likely to succeed at the university. Visiting campus, both in‐person or digitally, and interacting with admissions staff are all valuable ways of assuring that JWU is the right university for you.
- Completed application (apply via JWU Application or CommonApp)
- High school transcripts or Home School Verification (PDF)(if applicable)
- College transcripts if applying for transfer credits
- Johnson & Wales is test optional but encourages submission of all test scores
Non-U.S. Citizens Requirements (in addition to requirements above)
In addition to the undergraduate admissions requirements, non-U.S. citizens must also provide:
- Proof of English proficiency, if applicable
- Completed and signed International Student Financial Declaration Form for undergraduate and graduate programs
- Certified bank statement or government sponsorship letter verifying financial support for one academic year
- Copy of biographical section of your valid passport
- Non-U.S. students transferring to JWU from another U.S. post-secondary institution must submit a Transfer Verification Form
How much is the application fee?
There is no fee to apply to JWU.
What is the difference between Early Action and Regular Admission?
Early Action has a November 1 deadline for application submission and is only available for the fall entrance semester. It is a non-binding program.
Regular Admission has a deadline of March 1 for the Fall Semester and 30 days in advance of a semester start date for Spring and Summer Semesters.
How and when will I find out if I am accepted?
Early Action Fall Semester decisions are released beginning mid-November. Regular Admission decisions are released beginning mid-December in the JWU applicant portal. For all other semester starts, students are notified on a rolling basis in the JWU applicant portal.
What are the admission criteria?
Johnson & Wales University holistically reviews all elements of a student’s application to identify those students most likely to succeed at the university. Visiting campus, both in‐person or digitally, and interacting with admissions staff are all valuable ways of assuring that JWU is the right university for you.
Do I need to write an essay?
You can submit an essay directly to your campus Admissions Office. However, JWU does not require essays of undergraduate applicants.
Does JWU require SAT/ACT scores or SAT Essay/ACT Writing?
Johnson & Wales is test optional.
What are the requirements for the Honors Program?
Students with a 3.5 GPA and in the top 20% of their class will be invited to apply for the Honors program. The applications will be reviewed for admission into the program and students will be notified of their status.
What is required of Home Schooled students?
We require home schooled students to submit a home school transcript and complete an interview with an admissions officer. Test scores are also accepted, but not required.
I previously attended JWU, how do I re-enroll?
If you were previously enrolled at JWU, you do not need to reapply. Simply readmit to our on-campus programs or online programs with our online readmittance form.
Are there special requirements for the Early Enrollment Program (EEP)?
Yes, please refer to our Early Enrollment page.
When will I get my financial aid package?
Once you are accepted, JWU will begin working on your financial aid package if you filed the FAFSA. Financial aid awards are generally available two weeks after acceptance.
More Reasons to Choose JWU
Please don't hesitate to reach out to our experienced Admissions staff:
Providence
1-800-342-5598
Fax: 401-598-2948
Undergraduate
401-598-1000
Email
Adult & Continuing Education
401-598-2300
Email
Chef’s Choice Recreational Cooking + WSET Beverage Classes
800-342-5598 x2336
Email
Chef’s Choice Website
Wine & Beverage Education Website
Graduate
401-598-1015, 401-598-1853
Email
Mailing Address
Johnson & Wales University
8 Abbott Park Place
Providence, RI 02903
Yena Center (Undergraduate Admissions)
111 Dorrance St.
Providence, RI 02903
Grace Welcome Center (Culinary & Graduate Admissions)
120 Harborside Boulevard
Cranston, RI 02905
Charlotte
866-598-2427 or 980-598-1100
Fax: 980-598-1111
Email
Mailing address
Johnson & Wales University
801 West Trade Street
Charlotte, NC 28202
Online
855-236-8492
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