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Take the first step toward a life-changing four years at ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ!

The following materials will be required to complete your application:

1. High school transcript: Send an unofficial copy to huadm@hollins.edu, or request an official transcript from your school counselor.
2. A secondary school report or letter of recommendation completed by your counselor or someone familiar with your academic work. (Extra letters of recommendation are welcome, but not required).
3. SAT/ACT scores are entirely optional for ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ admission. If you feel your SAT or ACT scores are an accurate reflection of your academic abilities, you are welcome to submit them for consideration. There is no preference for SAT or ACT scores. If you choose not to submit test scores, you will not be viewed negatively. Test scores are not required for consideration for merit scholarships. You may self-report scores on your application for admission, send a screenshot of scores to huadm@hollins.edu, or send us an official score report.

International students are an important part of our community at ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ.

To apply to ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ, start by completing the . After submitting your application for admission, you may monitor the progress of your application and receipt of supporting documents via your . A username and password will be generated once you begin your application for admission. A counselor will reach out via email to advise you on next steps.

There is no cost to submit your application for admission to ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ. 

Now’s the time to seize your moment.

You know what you want for your career, and you’re ready to take your next step. ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ offers MFA and education-related MA programs to help you enhance your skills, hone your craft, and prepare for the life you want to lead.

It’s Never Too Late!

If you are at least 24 years of age and thinking about attending college to complete your bachelor’s degree, the ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ Horizon Program may be the right choice for you. Hollins University’s Horizon Program was established in 1974 to meet the special needs of nontraditional-age women returning to school. As a Horizon student, ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ’ entire undergraduate offerings — from art to biology, English to psychology — are available to you.  or contact the Office of Admission to discuss the Horizon Program at 1-800-456-9595 or horizon@hollins.edu.

If you are transferring directly from another institution or have been out of school for many years, we hope you will consider the Horizon Program at ·¬ÇÑÊÓƵ.