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Your Journey Starts Here

Applying to Guilford College is simple and free. If you have any questions along the way, your Admission Counselor and the Office of Admission — admission@guilford.edu or 336.316.2100 — are always here to help.

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Apply to Guilford College

Guilford is accepting applications for fall 2026 through the Guilford College Application, the Common Application, and the College Foundation of North Carolina.

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Complete Your Guilford App

Finish what you started and choose Guilford for fall 2026. Do you have questions or need help with part of your app? Contact the Office of Admission at admission@guilford.edu or 336.316.2100.

The Guilford College Commitment

A Promise to You

At Guilford College, we firmly believe in empowering students through accessible and affordable education. Our steadfast commitment is reflected in the substantial investments we make to ensure each student can unlock their academic potential.

Just Be Real!

Want to make your Guilford College application stand out? Watch this video for three tips from the College's team of admission counselors.

File Today, Don't Delay!

Guilford uses the FAFSA to help award scholarships, grants, and work study opportunities. File today and include Guilford’s school code of 002931.

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High School Students

Learn how to apply to Guilford College if you’re a first-year student who is a U.S. citizen.

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Transfer Students

If you're younger than 23, here’s how to apply if you want to transfer to Guilford College from another college or university.

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International Students

Learn how to apply to Guilford College as a first-year or transfer international student.

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Continuing Education (CE)

If you're 23 or older, you can attend Guilford as a Continuing Education student.

Graduate School

Here’s how to apply to the Guilford College Graduate School. Programs include an MBA, a Master of Criminal Justice, and a Master of International Sport Management.

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Readmission to Guilford

If you previously attended Guilford, you can apply again by submitting the readmission application.

Information for Veterans

How may we serve you?

As a U.S. veteran, you may qualify to receive up to 16 credits for educational experiences during your U.S. military service.