Instant Decision Days - Admissions

First-Year Instant Decision Days

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Thank you for your interest!

FALL 2026 APPLICANTS: Event dates for August 2025 will be announced soon! Stay tuned!

FALL 2025 APPLICANTS: Our Instant Decision Days for fall 2025 admission have concluded.

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IMPORTANT: Please note that the following programs are NOT eligible for test-optional admission.

Accelerated 7-yr. Medical (BS/DO)
Pharmacy (BS/PharmD)
Nursing (BSN)

The following programs require additional faculty review; as such, students interested in these majors can receive a general offer of admission to the University during Instant Decision, but WILL NOT receive a specific program decision: Dance, Nursing, Dual-Degree Pharmacy, Dual-Degree Accelerated 7 yr. Pre-Med (BS/DO), Dual-Degree Business, Dual-Degree Criminal Justice, and Dual-Degree Environmental Science.

FAQ

I've submitted my Instant Decision Interest Form and transcript. Now what?

You will be notified by an admissions representative regarding your eligibility. If eligible, you will then have to confirm your participation by RSVP'ing to the event. Once you RSVP, you will be contacted regarding next steps and the application process.

Once I RSVP for my Instant Decision date, does that mean I've been accepted?

No. Acceptance is not guaranteed for any participant. You will be notified of your admissions decision by a counselor when you attend the event.

I'm interested in applying for a dual-degree program or a program with specific criteria. Will I be able to participate and receive a decision?

You are absolutely encouraged to participate, although you will only receive an admissions decision to the University, not to the specialty program of choice.

Please be aware that the following programs require additional faculty review, and as such, you may not receive a decision regarding program entry on the day of the event: Dance, Nursing, Dual-Degree Pharmacy, Dual-Degree Accelerated 7 yr. Pre-Med (BS/DO), Dual-Degree Business, Dual-Degree Criminal Justice, and Dual-Degree Environmental Science.

Will I find out about merit scholarships during the event?

Yes! You will receive information about merit scholarships if you qualify for one. Your admissions counselor will be able to answer any questions you have regarding your eligibility. Please review our scholarships page for more details.

We're Here to Help!

If you still have questions regarding Instant Decision Day email IDD@stockton.edu or call Stephanie Fontanes at 609.652.4992.

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