Maxwell School Undergraduate Admission

Whether you’re a first-year or a transfer student, your next step could be your biggest yet. We’re here to lend a hand in your college search.

Finding your best-fit college is a big decision. Don’t go it alone. Register for a Maxwell admission event today.

Nov. 15

early decision deadline (first-year students only)

Jan. 5

early decision II and regular decision deadline (first-year students only)

July 1

transfer students, fall start (Nov. 15 for spring enrollment)

An undergraduate experience like no other!

Get to Know Syracuse University

Syracuse University’s central admission website is a treasure trove of information and resources for you to explore. But the best way to get to know us is to visit. Follow the links below to see if Syracuse is a good fit for you, then schedule a visit to explore your opportunities on campus.

General Admission Information

How to Apply

Tuition and Cost

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VPA Maxwell Arts and Science with New Stadium in background

Explore Undergraduate Programs

We offer undergraduate majors and minors across the social sciences and multidisciplinary programs to develop your expertise in a range of issue areas and engaged citizenship.

View All Maxwell Programs

Learn about the Maxwell School from Our Alumni

Alumni Ambassadors are interested in connecting with you and speaking with you about their experiences.

Meet Maxwell Alumni

Isn’t Maxwell a graduate school?

Living up to our reputation as the #1-ranked graduate program in public affairs is our passion. Changing the misconception that we are graduate-only is a challenge.

Since the Maxwell School opened its doors in 1924, we have provided a citizenship curriculum for all undergraduates in the liberal arts and have enrolled graduate students in the then-nascent field of public administration.

Today, the school is the University's home to the social sciences and, with the College of Arts and Sciences, offers a full range of undergraduate social science majors and minors. Bachelor’s degree recipients receive a diploma signed by the deans of both schools.

Starting in 2019, students interested in an undergraduate Maxwell major apply directly to the Maxwell School rather than through the College of Arts and Sciences.