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This is your liberal arts education, reimagined, at Agnes Scott College.

U.S. News & World Report ranked Agnes Scott #1 Most Innovative Liberal Arts College for seven straight years and #3 in the nation for First Year Experience. These accolades are due to our signature approach to the liberal arts: SUMMIT. All students, regardless of major, take a rigorous curriculum focused on leadership, global citizenship and professional success.

You will engage in small classrooms (an average class size of 15) and in the community with over 60 clubs and organizations. You will also have the chance to explore the Atlanta community, as one of the best southern cities for culture, cuisine and internship opportunities.

We're committed to your success. 100% of our students earn some form of financial aid. 80% of our students choose to complete research or internships, and 96% have a job or grad school placement one year post-graduation.

Join us and become a Scottie!

Accepts first-year applicationsSouthPrivateSuburbanSmall (2,000 and under)Women's College
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Academic programs

  • Design
  • Engineering
  • Research
  • Science
  • Liberal Arts
  • Business
  • Nursing
  • Music
  • Art & Design
  • Economics
  • Government/Political Science
  • Health Science
  • Performing Arts
  • Social Science
  • Visual Arts
  • Psychology
  • Public health

Student experience

  • Athletics
  • Co-op/Internship Opportunities
  • Disability Services
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Religious Affiliation
  • ROTC Program
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research

Application information

First-year

Agnes Scott College has four annual application deadlines for first-year students: Early Decision (November 1), Early Action I (November 15), Early Action II (January 15) and Regular Admission (March 15).  Early Action II is considered the merit scholarship priority deadline. Applicants are required to submit the Common Application (Agnes Scott Supplement, Secondary School Report and official high school transcript). SAT or ACT scores are optional, and choosing not to report them will not affect your merit scholarship eligibility. Teacher recommendations are optional.

Transfer

Agnes Scott College has two annual application deadlines for transfer students: Spring Admission (November 1) and Fall Admission (June 1). Applicants are required to submit the Common Application (Agnes Scott Supplement, professor recommendation, official high school transcript or GED, official college transcript and College Officials Report- the COR is recommended but not required). SAT or ACT scores are optional, and choosing not to report them will not affect your merit scholarship eligibility.

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Additional information

Ranked #4 among national liberal arts colleges for promoting social mobility (by U.S. News and World Report in 2024), Agnes Scott offers competitive merit-based scholarships and need-based financial aid. Applicants who submit their application by the Early Action II application deadline (January 15) are automatically considered for merit-based scholarships. U.S. citizens should submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine full financial aid eligibility. Learn more about how we work to make Agnes Scott affordable.
 
College Rankings: U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Colleges: No. 1 Most Innovative Liberal Arts College, No. 3 First Year Experiences, No. 3 Best Undergraduate Teaching, No. 6 Learning Communities, No. 6 Study Abroad and No. 4 Social Mobility; Princeton Review: 2024 Best Value College, Green College, No. 8 Town-Gown Relations, No. 2  Best Private School for Making an Impact and No.12 Best Alumni Network

Visit us

We offer both in-person and virtual campus visit experiences so you can experience Agnes Scott in the way that makes the most sense for you. Throughout the year, Agnes Scott offers campus visits, virtual information sessions, open houses, workshops, interviews, faculty and current student chats, mock classes, and more.

Going into the college application process, I didn't really know what I wanted out of my college experience. After visiting Agnes for the first time, what I wanted became clear to me. I chose Agnes because I fell in love with the community, school culture, and beautiful campus. The students are what makes Agnes so amazing, and aspects like the small class sizes and proximity to Atlanta really sealed the deal for me. Agnes has given me so much - an amazing education, great friends, and a plethora of opportunities to grow as a student and person.