Admissions Processing Timelines
For Students Matriculating into Graduate Programs
WHEN |
WHAT |
HOW |
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WHENPrior to Published Deadline |
WHATSubmit Materials |
HOWCreate an account in our application portal and submit materials. Note your PIN and Password. |
WHENWeekly |
WHATWait for Review |
HOWCheck the status/receipt of materials by logging into your account. |
WHENApproximately 3-4 Weeks After Application Deadline |
WHATReceive Decision |
HOWWhen a decision has been made, you will receive an email explaining that you need to log into the portal to review your decision. Click on the link in the decision email to reply to the offer of admission. Note: If you don't respond, your application cannot be sent to SPD for processing. |
WHEN2-4 Weeks After Admissions Offer |
WHATReceive Matriculation Email |
HOWOnce your application has been fully processed by SPD, you will receive an email explaining how and when you can enroll. |
WHENDuring Enrollment Period |
WHATEnroll |
HOWLog into SOLAR and address holds (e.g., proof of health insurance, signing the financial responsbility statement, etc.). Search for classes and begin enrolling. Refer to SOLAR's Student FAQ page for helpful instructions. |
For Students Applying for Non-Matriculated Status (Teacher Cohort Students Only)
WHEN |
WHAT |
HOW |
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WHENUp Until Two Weeks Prior to the Start of the Term |
WHATSubmit Materials |
HOWCreate an account in our application portal and submit materials. Note your PIN and Password. |
WHENContinuing |
WHATWait for Review |
HOWCompleted applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. |
WHENApproximately 3 Business Days After Submission |
WHATReceive Decision |
HOWPlease wait 1 to 3 business days for email. |
WHENApproximately 3 to 5 Business Days After Submission |
WHATReceive Matriculation Email |
HOWOnce your application has been fully processed by SPD, you will receive an email explaining how and when you can enroll. |
WHENDuring Open Enrollment Period |
WHATEnroll |
HOWLog into SOLAR and address holds (e.g., proof of health insurance, signing the financial responsbility statement, etc.). Search for classes and begin enrolling. Refer to SOLAR's Student FAQ page for helpful instructions. |