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 18: 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 6, 2024: Recommended deadline for January 6, 2025 start date (Online Winter 2025)

  • April 21, 2025: Recommended deadline for May 5, 2025 start date (Online Spring 2025)

  • August 19, 2025: Recommended deadline for September 2, 2025 start date (Online Fall 2025)

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