Regular Decision
The Regular Decision program is designed for first year applicants who wish to have more time to finalize their application materials. Transfer applicants must also apply during this cycle.
Applications for Fall 2026 are open. The Regular Decision deadline is January 15, 2026.
All application materials must also be received by the deadline (test scores, transcripts, etc.). We recommend that all materials be submitted as early as possible.
The Admissions Committee will carefully review a student’s academic performance throughout high school, including their senior year, along with personal achievements and extracurricular involvement.
Unlike the Early Action program, students applying under Regular Decision are free to apply to multiple schools without any restrictions. This allows students the flexibility to explore various options before making their final college decision. Accordingly, admitted Regular Decision students, Early Action and Transfer Applicants will have May 1, as the Enrollment Reply Date.
Eligibility Requirements
- Regular Decision applicants must be enrolled in or have graduated from high school or earned a high school diploma equivalent.
- Applicants enrolled in a community college or university are eligible to apply during this cycle.
Application Requirements
- Part I: Online Application Form
- Part II: Additional Required Forms
- Personal Statement
- Passport Copy
- Official high school transcripts/grade reports (final 3 years of secondary school)
- Official post-secondary transcripts (all post-secondary studies, if applicable)
- Counselor Report
- Teacher Recommendation
- TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo results
- SAT or ACT results (GU-Q has adopted a test flexible policy for fall 2026)
- A personal interview and writing exercise may be required. The Office of Admissions will contact applicants should they be required.
Frequently Asked Questions:
The Regular Decision deadline is January 15, 2026.
Admission decisions for Regular Decision applicants will be released by early April 2026. You will be notified via the email address you provided in the application.
No. Regular Decision is not binding. If admitted, you are not obligated to attend and have until May 1 to accept or decline the offer.
Yes. Regular Decision allows you to apply to multiple colleges and universities, including those with Early Action, Early Decision, or other Regular Decision deadlines.
Applying through Regular Decision allows students more time to strengthen their applications with senior year grades, additional test scores, or new achievements. It also gives applicants more flexibility in their college choices.
Technical Support
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