Apply to Adelphi University

We want to find out about the whole you — and how you’ll fit into the lively academic culture at Adelphi University.

You’ll start your application process by selecting which type of application you prefer to use on your college journey.

Each applicant is encouraged to express their unique personality and diverse array of life experiences through essays and a résumé.

Our admissions process is holistic and personalized.

I would like to apply as a(n)...(Required)

First-Year StudentAn incoming high school student

Transfer StudentA student coming to Adelphi from another institution

Graduate or Doctoral Student A student with a bachelor’s degree pursuing an advanced degree or certification

International StudentA student who is not a citizen or a permanent resident of the United States

Nontraditional StudentA student with professional, military or life experience

Non-Degree Student Those who wish to take courses without working toward a degree

Readmit Student A student who attended Adelphi in the past, but did not graduate

Campus Security Crime Statistics

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Adelphi University publishes a combined Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The ASFSR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASFSR is available for review or may be obtained upon request at the Department of Public Safety and Transportation in Levermore Hall.

Awards & Recognition

Top 13% of universities for social mobility * U.S. News & World Report 2024 Rankings Best Performer for Social Mobility

U.S. News & World Report

Adelphi has been named a Best College in the National Universities for six consecutive years. This year, Adelphi rose an impressive 19 ranking points. A Best College

Wall Street Journal/College Pulse

Adelphi is the highest-ranked university on Long Island in the 2024 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse Best Colleges. It also ranks #12 in New York, with outstanding scores for student outcomes including graduation rate and salary impact. One of the best

Money

Adelphi—ranked among Money Magazine's "Best Colleges of America 2023" with a 4-star rating—is among colleges and universities cited for combining education quality, affordability and graduate earning power. Money's Ranking

Campus Pride

Adelphi is the only university on Long Island named a 2023 Campus Pride “Best of the Best” LGBTQ-friendly campus—added to our 5-star Campus Pride Index recognition. Share Our Pride

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countries represented by our international students who come to Adelphi from around the world * based on Fall 2022 data Enrollment Data

Princeton Review

The Princeton Review has ranked Adelphi University among the Best Northeastern Colleges based on academic offerings and career preparation for students, campus policies, initiatives and activities. Best Northeastern College

Colleges of Distinction

Adelphi University has been recognized as a Career Development College for the exceptional way in which our institution is equipping students with the skills to succeed in their lifelong career journey. Career Development Excellence

Fiske Guide to Colleges

Adelphi is one of the “best and most interesting” colleges nationwide, based on academic, social and quality-of-life criteria. Adelphi Awards

College Factual

College Factual ranked Adelphi among the top-quality colleges nationwide in graduation and postgraduate earnings. Top College

Admissions

Contact

E-mail

admissions@adelphi.edu

Phone Number

516.877.3050

Fax

516.877.3039

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Website

Location

Nexus Building First Floor

Hours

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thu: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm Fri: 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

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