Eli Whitney Students Program

Yale University

Deadline: March 1, 2027

Amount

Need-based aid covers 100% of demonstrated need

Location

New Haven, CT

Cost

$85 application fee (fee waiver available)

Class level

Community college, Any level

Yale's admission path for adults who do not yet have a bachelor's degree and have been out of high school for at least five years. Admitted students earn a Yale degree with aid that covers tuition, housing, food and books.

Why it matters

A top university that actually built a door for older and nontraditional students. If you started college later or had to pause, this program is for you.

Who can apply

U.S. citizensGreen-card holdersDACA / TPSUndocumented studentsInternational students (F-1 and other visas)Refugees and asylees

The official page does not state a citizenship or immigration rule. Confirm with the organizer before you invest time.

The program page does not list a citizenship rule. Yale states it meets the full demonstrated financial need of every admitted student. Confirm your situation with the Eli Whitney admissions office.

Eligibility

Must not hold a bachelor's degree. Must have been out of high school for at least five years. Prior college credit is welcome; see the Credit Transfers page for how it counts.

What you need

• No bachelor's degree
• Out of high school for at least 5 years
• $85 application fee, waiver available in the form

How to apply

Apply online by March 1 for fall entry. Supporting materials due March 15; financial aid materials due April 1. Interviews for selected candidates in April–May; decisions in mid-May. Application fee $85, waiver available in the application.

Application due March 1, 2027; materials March 15; financial aid April 1