Information for College Counselors and Admission Coaches
Do you know a student who wants to be a global citizen? Who wants to lead in their field, in their community and in our world? Who wants to be surrounded by other confident, strong leaders- and those growing to become that? Then you probably are the counselor of a future Scottie!
As a college counselor or admission coach, you play an important role in helping your students find the college that is the best fit for each of them. We are grateful for the collaboration with you as our friends and partners that introduce future Scotties to Agnes Scott.
Counselors often ask us: "What kind of student will find their fit at Agnes Scott?" While our students come from all across the country and around the world, Agnes Scott students have several shared values:
- They are self-aware and committed to their personal development. The idea that college is a transformative experience is appealing to them.
- They are smart. They relish stretch assignments and are looking for a place that will be academically challenging but also supportive. They enjoy intellectual stimulation and learning for its own sake, in and out of the classroom.
- They are confident in their decisions and rely less on peer support. Choosing an inclusive women's college is "outside the box" for many students, and those who choose it are able to see the unique benefits that they will find only at an inclusive women's college.
Join us to experience the Agnes Scott difference firsthand. Whether on campus or online, our events for college counselors provide an inside look at our distinctive Summit experience, academics, community, and admission process. Discover how Agnes Scott prepares students for career and graduate school success through faculty-led research, mentorship, internships, and leadership development.
As part of our application review, we consider students based on their:
- Completed Common Application, including the essay
- High school transcript
- Letter of recommendation from a teacher (one required, two accepted)
- Counselor recommendation / secondary school report
While optional, we encourage all students to complete a virtual or in-person interview with our admission counselors. These interviews can be helpful if students would like to provide context for parts of their application, discuss interests and goals further, or learn more about the college and admission process.
Agnes Scott College is test-optional, allowing students to submit scores if they feel they reflect their academic ability.
Students may choose whether or not they want their SAT or ACT test scores to be considered. If they choose to include them, they can self-report test scores by attaching the score report to the Common Application.
Those who do not submit scores are evaluated primarily on GPA and coursework.
We review all applications holistically for admission and scholarships, including merit awards for non-submitters.
- Early Decision - November 1 (Binding)
- Early Action I - November 15
- Early Action II - January 16
- Regular Decision - March 15
Note: The majority of our students apply by the January 15 deadline, which is also our merit scholarship priority deadline. Admission rates are similar throughout the deadlines.
We welcome your calls for questions and advocacy; please reach out to the Agnes Scott admission counselor from your area.
Finding her Footing
"Before Agnes, I would have described myself as being brutally shy. There, I came out of my shell and explored the power of my own voice, which I believe could have only happened in a space where I felt the confidence and encouragement of women."