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Apply for admission Generally, most students apply to college in the spring before the fall semester in which they want to attend. Some colleges, however, offer early or other admission plans. Early admission can come with the stipulation that if you are accepted, you must agree not to apply to other schools. It's a limitation you should consider, especially if you aren't sure about whether you really want to attend a particular school and if you need more information about costs and financial aid.