Early Commit Track
Commit to JBU by January and have peace of mind (plus a few perks)
If you are serious about JBU and want to commit to attending JBU before the regular May 1 deadline, we would love for you to do so!
The Timeline for Fall 2021
October 1 – December 1
Submit the FAFSA
October 1 – Early January
Deposit to JBU and accept your award letter
Mid-January (date to be determined)
Early Commit deadline
End of January
Receive your dorm assignment and pick your roommate
Mid-April
Register for fall classes
June (date to be determined)
Eagle Base Camp with exclusive Early Commit event
The Perks
- Receive your financial aid package before January
- Register for classes in April instead of June
- Find out your dorm and pick a roommate in January instead of May
- Be part of a float trip in June just for Early Commit Students
- Have peace of mind that your college decision is done early!
The Process
- Apply to JBU
- Work on the required steps
- Be accepted to JBU
- Visit campus
- Submit a housing or tuition deposit
- File the FAFSA by December 1 (or let JBU know you will not be filing)
- Accept your financial aid offer
- Commit to JBU by digitally signing this official agreement (also available in your applicant portal).
Important Scholarship Information
If you are planning to compete for our competitive scholarships, you’ll need to interview in the the fall timeline in order to have your scholarships decided by the January 10 deadline.
Similarly, if you are planning on applying for art major or music major scholarships, you’ll need to have turned in your portfolio or auditioned by December 1 so you can find out about those scholarships before the early commit deadline.
