Application Deadlines

Applicants may apply with up to three prerequisites in-progress or outstanding, and should consult with an admissions advisor for a transcript evaluation.

Bastyr University accepts applications on a rolling basis, which means if you miss a priority deadline, you're still able to apply. Applications received after the dates below will be considered for admission on a space-available basis.  

Application Deadlines

Why Submit Your Application Early? 

  • Applicants who submit before the deadline will receive their admission decision before January 1 and their honors entrance scholarship award notification (if eligible) by February 1. 

  • Applications submitted before the early decision deadline are not binding. 

September 1: Application for all programs open for the following Academic Year  

November 1: Early Application Deadline for all programs  

  • Applicants who submit before the deadline will receive their admission decision before January 1 and their honors entrance scholarship award notification (if eligible) by February 1. 
  • Applications submitted before the early decision deadline are not binding 

January 10: Deadline for applicants to summer start programs to be eligible for the Honors at Entrance Scholarship. 

February 1: Deadline for applicants to fall start programs to be eligible for the Honors at Entrance Scholarship. 

April 2: This deadline is for current post-baccalaureate students to apply to the Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine or Master of Science in Nutrition programs.  

  • December 9: Recommended deadline for the January 9, 2023 start date 
  • April 24: Recommended deadline for the May 8, 2023 start date 
  • August 22: Recommended deadline for the September 5, 2023 start date

Applications for the program must be postmarked by the February deadline set by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.