Admissions dates and deadlines

Stay ahead of important milestones as you prepare to join the Vandal Family. Knowing key dates helps you plan and stay on track of deadlines starting with admissions, financial aid, enrollment and more. Take charge of your tasks and deadlines and get ready to experience life at U of I.  

Future Vandal dates and deadlines

September 2025

• Application opens! Apply to University of Idaho through the Common App or on the U of I application.
• The university will admit students and award scholarships and other financial aid to qualified students on a rolling basis as applications are received.

October 2025

• FAFSA opens (predicted). Submit your FAFSA.
  • The university will admit students and award scholarships and other financial aid to qualified students on a rolling basis as applications are received.

November 2025

• First-time freshman housing application opens.
• Check the first-year students housing application process for more details.

February 2026

• Housing priority application deadline.
• Check the first-year students housing application process for more details.
• Specialized community room assignments.

March 2026

• Priority room selection timeslot notifications.
  • Check the first-year students housing application process for more details.
• Priority room selection begins; check your time slot.
• General room selection for all first-year freshman.
• Vandal ready next steps go live: Select fall classes, on-campus housing and sign up for new student orientation.
• Make hotel reservations for your family for move-in at the start of school.
• UIdaho Bound event dates start. UIdaho Bound is UIdaho’s main event for admitted students and is a great place to meet with an advisor, tour on-campus housing options and get your VandalCard.
• Award notifications begin for new students. Watch your VandalMail for notification and log in to MyUI to review financial aid awards.
  • Awards should be accepted and promissory notes signed for funds to be disbursed by the first day of school. Make sure promissory notes and entrance counseling have been completed. Master promissory notes and loan entrance counseling do not have to be signed each semester.
  • The first direct deposit of residual funds will be sent to banks by the first day of the spring semester.
  • Students and families should review finances to make sure expenses are covered for the upcoming semester.

May 2026

• ADA housing accommodations priority deadline.
  • Check the first-year students housing application process for more details.

June 2026

• Room selection closes, housing application remains open.
  • Check the first-year students housing application process for more details.
• Deadline June 1: Accept financial aid awards. New borrowers sign a master promissory note and complete the entrance counseling process online.
• If a Parent PLUS loan is accepted, a parent must complete an application and sign a master promissory note.
• Send all final transcripts to the Office of Admissions.
• Verify campus housing: If you haven’t already, register for fraternity or sorority recruitment or reserve your room in the residence halls.
• Make sure your family has hotel reservations for move-in at the start of school. Rooms fill up fast.

July 2026

• Last day to cancel without a cancellation fee.
  • Check the first-year students housing application process for more details.
• Fall university billing statements are sent to students registered for the fall semester. Statements will reflect accepted financial aid awards including loans if all requirements are complete.
  • Make sure promissory notes and entrance counseling have been completed.
  • Review finances to make sure tuition and fees, room and board and book expenses are covered.
  • Financial aid counselors are available to assist students and families in determining options.
  • Make sure promissory notes and entrance counseling have been completed.
  • Set up direct deposit.
• Order textbooks online.
• If you’re planning to bring a car to campus, buy your parking permit.

August 2026

• Awards must be accepted and all requirements completed for funds to be disbursed by the first day of school.
• First-time recipients of a work-study award should plan to attend a work-study orientation. Previous recipients may pick up job referrals in our office after classes start.
• The first direct deposit of residual funds will be sent to banks by the first day of the fall semester. Banks may take a few days to process.
• Attend New Student Orientation.
• First day of fall classes.
  • Bills are due the first day of classes. See schedule for late fees.

September 2026

• Last day to drop/add a course and other academic calendar dates, or register, see Registrar.
• Credits are locked on day 10 of the semester (U of I Census Date), and aid is processed accordingly.
• Accept any remaining financial aid awards, if necessary.
• New borrowers for spring semester must sign a master promissory note and complete entrance counseling online.
• If a Parent PLUS loan is accepted, a parent must complete an application and sign a master promissory note. 

Before you apply

• Check out Degree Finder: Discover the academic programs offered at University of Idaho with Degree Finder. This online tool allows you to browse through various majors and minors, helping you identify the right path that aligns with your interests and career goals.
• Explore scholarships and financial aid: Start researching scholarship opportunities and financial aid options to make college more affordable. University of Idaho offers a range of scholarships based on merit, need and specific criteria. Explore these resources early to maximize your chances of securing funding.
• Consider visiting University of Idaho: Experience campus life firsthand by scheduling a visit to University of Idaho. A campus tour is a great way to explore the facilities, meet faculty and current students and get a feel for the community. This personal experience can help you decide if U of I is the right fit for you.