Step-by-Step Admissions Guide

1. Apply for admission to Paul Smith's College

   Please make sure that you notify us of your veteran status on the application. This helps us help you, by enabling us to contact you with important information and making sure that we know to certify your enrollment with the VA.

2. Request SAT/ACT Scores by sent

   SAT or ACT scores are required for admission to our Baccalaureate programs but optional if you are applying for one of the Associate degree programs.

3. Request an Official High School Transcript

   --Not required if you have completed over 24 college credits.
   Please contact your high school to have an official copy of your transcript sent to:
   Paul Smith's Office of Admissions
   PO Box 265
   Paul Smiths, NY 12970

4. Request an Official Military Transcript

   Your military training may be eligible for college credit. To request an official military transcript online, click on the appropriate link below:
   Air Force (CCAF)
   Army (AARTS)
   Coast Guard (CGI)
   Marines (MCI)
   Navy and Marines (SMARTS)

5. Request CLEP/DSST/DANTES official scores

   Click here to request official transcripts of your scores for CLEP or DSST scores taken WHILE IN the military.

   Click here to request CLEP transcripts if you took CLEP exams when you were NOT in the military.

6. Apply for your VA Benefits

   Once you have applied for your VA Educational Benefits, you will receive a letter of eligibility from the VA. Please provide a copy of this letter to the Registrar's Office for us to place in your file. It will help us certify your enrollment to the VA and help you receive your benefits.

7. Apply for Financial Aid

   Beginning this process early will help you be ready to attend. Also check out the Financial Aid and Scholarship links under the Your GI Bill Education Benefits table on the Welcome page.