Applying to Highlands College
Highlands College is for students between the age of 17–24.
For students interested in Highlands College over the age of 24, please view our Leadership Institute.
What to Expect
The Application Process
You’ve worked so hard to get to this point—you’ve taken tests, you’ve stayed up late studying, you may have had a job, or joined clubs, or volunteered. We are excited to read your application to Highlands College – the record of all of your hard work.
Our team is here for you—every step of the way!
T
Transcripts
O
Online Application
R
Received Recommendation
C
Completed Background Check Questionnaire
– If you are 18 or older, please complete the background check consent form in your application.
– If you are under 18, please complete the student background questionnaire, as well as a parent or legal guardian to complete the parent background questionnaire.
H
Highlands College Admissions Interview
Dates to Remember
Dates to remember for fall 2024 applicants
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Financial Program Application Opens
Families may apply for our financial program which combines with scholarship awards to minimize out-of-pocket expenses. The financial program application assesses a family’s demonstrated need and develops an individualized package for qualifying students.
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
Priority Acceptance Date
If you are accepted by this date, you will receive priority consideration of remaining scholarships, and student housing options.
MARCH 1, 2024
Financial Program Application Priority Date
All Financial Program applications submitted on or before March 1st will be eligible to receive a Financial Program notification as early as March 15th. Applications submitted after March 1st will be subject to a longer review time among a more competitive applicant pool.
APRIL 1, 2024
HC Ready Date
Accepted students can secure their enrollment by this date by becoming HC Ready! This includes paying your enrollment deposit, securing Student Housing, apply for scholarships and the Financial Program, and paying the semester balance for tuition.
AUGUST 2024
Fall ’24 Semester Starts
Tuition and Fees
Our Financial Program creates the opportunity for Highlands College students to graduate with financial freedom and empowered to reach the world.
Discover the more you were made for at Highlands College
Have a Question?
Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, please refer to the Highlands College frequently asked questions page or contact our team.