Questions Answered

Is housing guaranteed all four years?

Housing is available all four years, as long as students meet deposit deadlines (first year) and are timely in their response to room draw notices. Usually students live in the residence halls for the first two years, then have the option to live in student apartments or off campus.

Got more questions? Take a look at our FAQ page or contact us.

Plymouth State University Admissions

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Application Requirements & Instructions

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Plymouth State University is an exclusive user of the Common Application.

Common Application Instructions & Requirements

Go to Common Application to complete the Common Application and the PSU Supplement.

  • PSU’s supplement and application fee need to be submitted at the same time as the Common Application.
  • The Common Application, PSU’s supplement and application fee (or fee waiver) should either be submitted entirely online, or all by mail. Please do not mix and match your application, supplement, and payment between online and paper submission.
  • PSU encourages that all application materials be received online. If you prefer, the application can be downloaded from the Common Application Web site and submitted by mail. PSU’s Supplement, Application Fee form, and fee must also be submitted by mail.
  • PSU recommends making a copy of your completed application to keep for your files.

High school students and others considering college for the first time should look at our instructions and requirements for new students.

And don’t pass up the chance to order a free viewbook of our campus and programs or come visit us for a tour.

Requirements For Other Applicants

  • Have you been out of school for a couple years? PSU’s focus on experience and exploration is ideal for those looking to return to school. Please take a look at our special instructions for non-traditional students.
  • Transfer students: PSU is a top destination for students looking for lower cost alternatives to other four year colleges or to continue their education beyond community college. Complete the above application instructions and review special information about transferring to PSU.
  • If you previously attended PSU in a degree program but had to interrupt your studies, print, complete and send a readmission application instead of the Common Application.
  • If you applied to Plymouth in the last two years, but did not attend as a full-time student, print, complete and send a reactivation application instead of the Common Application.
  • International applicants who currently have an F-1 visa, or who intend to apply for one, should see our information for international students.

Selective Requirements

The Art Department and the Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance have selective requirements with a separate admission process into their department.

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The PSU Advantage

A history of excellence.

Many Plymouth faculty members are well known in their professional fields.  Members of the business department serve as consultants to major companies and mentor up-and-coming firms.  English professors publish fiction and poetry and have their plays produced Off-Broadway.  The list of accomplishments goes on, but teaching remains a top priority for every faculty member.

Outstanding Students

Bryan Funk

Bryan Funk

  • Class of 2011
  • English
  • Ashford, Connecticut

I came to PSU and found just what I was looking for: a perfect size school with a great environment, as well as being able to get quickly involved in the campus. On campus I am the Admissions Fellow, President of Ending Genocide Around the World, a Fall Orientation Leader (see you there!!), and I also have a work study in the College of University Studies. I love to go skiing and have a a great time with my friends. I consider myself extremely outgoing and fun to be around. See you next semester!