Understanding that our applicants come from a broad range of high schools with varied academic offerings, we look for students who have challenged themselves in strong programs, and who have demonstrated that they are ready to succeed at Beloit.

Most of the students we admit have grades in the A- to B+ range; however, we do not require a minimum GPA for admission. We’re more interested in looking at your overall academic record, including the rigor of the courses you’ve taken related to the offerings at your school, as well as your performance over time.

We look at more than just the mechanics of your writing; we consider the story you’ve chosen to tell us about yourself, the originality of your ideas, and your interests.

Beloit is test-optional. If English is not your first language, you will be required to meet our English proficiency guidelines, of which one of the options is submitting ACT/SAT scores.

If you feel that your test scores reflect well on your abilities and would like us to consider them, please send them. We will consider your highest subscores from multiple test dates.

While Beloit does not require letters of recommendation, we value the insight they give us into your ability, character, interests, and potential, as well as individual circumstances that may have affected you personally or academically. For that reason, we strongly encourage you to submit at least one, and we will read up to three.

Most recommendations come from teachers in core academic subjects. As you consider which teacher will write your letter of recommendation, here’s some advice: some of the best recommendations we read aren’t from the classes in which applicants earned the highest grade.

Think about teachers who know you well, have seen you work hard, and can talk about how you manage struggles and learn from mistakes. One substantive recommendation from someone who really knows you is much more important than a large number of recommendations.

Other individuals you may ask to write on your behalf include teachers in elective subjects, extracurricular advisors or coaches, employers, college access counselors, clergy, family members, or peers. Be sure to thank your recommenders for writing on your behalf!

You do not need to be president of 27 clubs your senior year in order to impress us. We look for depth, commitment, and initiative.

We don’t admit students by major, so auditions and portfolios are not required.

However, optional creative work, such as poetry, photography, art, music recordings, and research, can be shared with the Admissions Committee.

Digital files may be uploaded through Beloit’s online application status page, which you will be able to access after your application has been received.

Admissions interviews are not required. However, we do offer informal meetings and encourage you to visit campus.

It is the policy of Beloit College not to discriminate against students, applicants for admission and financial aid, or employees on the basis of race, color, sex, creed, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, previous military service, or any other class protected under state or federal law. Beloit is a Title IX institution.

Title IX Coordinator

Cecil Youngblood
700 College St.
Beloit, WI 53511
youngblc@517b2b.com
608-363-2660