Destination: Denison Application

Destination: Denison is a program where a select group of prospective students will get the opportunity to explore Denison's campus, get a Denison classroom experience, and understand what a Denison education will look like for them.

Thank you for your interest in Denison's selective fly-in program! We are committed to helping students learn more about Denison, our community, and the benefits of a career oriented liberal arts experience.

The Destination: Denison on campus experience will take place October 4th - 6th, 2026. This program will give prospective students a chance to connect with each other, hear from current students, and learn more about Denison.

Interested, high school seniors from the United States are encouraged to apply directly via the form below. Applications are due August 17th, 2026, and decisions will be released within 2 weeks. Note the application requires the submission of the student's unofficial high school transcript.

Selection for Destination: Denison is a three step process. Students selected from the initial review process will be invited to complete a 15-20min virtual interview that will serve as an interview for the program, but also fulfills a part of the Denison application process. Finalists will then be offered a spot in the program based on this application, their virtual interview, and space availability.

By submitting this information, you are consenting to receive communications pertaining to Denison University and the college admission process. You may opt out of these communications at any time by emailing admission@denison.edu.

Student Contact Information

First Name*

Middle Name

Last Name*

Preferred First Name/Nickname

Email*

Mobile Phone*

Home Phone

Are you a US Citizen?*

Yes

Citizenship (Non U.S.)

Permanent Address*

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Is your mailing address different than your permanent address?*

Yes

Mailing Address*

Country

Street

City

Region

Postal Code

Demographics

Birthdate*

Gender*

If you choose, please describe your gender identity:

Will you be a first-generation college student?*

Yes

Academics

Will you be an entering as a FRESHMAN or as a TRANSFER student?*

Year Entering College* (Only high school seniors are eligible to participate)

Current School Name*
(for home-school, please enter "970000" and select "Home School.")

High School CEEB Code*

High School GPA*

You may provide SAT or ACT scores to support your Destination: Denison application. Denison is test-optional and accepts self-reported test scores; please provide your highest superscore for the SAT and/or the ACT.

Highest Composite SAT Score (0-1600)

Highest Composite ACT Score (0-36)

High School Counselor First Name

High School Counselor Last Name

High School Counselor Email

*Please rank your academic interests in order of preference level. These will be used to help determine a Denison classroom visit should you attend.

Academic Interest 1

Academic Interest 2

Academic Interest 3

Do you work with a College Access Organization?

College Access Organization Name

College Access Organization Counselor First Name

College Access Organization Counselor Last Name

College Access Organization Counselor Email

Family

Parent First Name

Parent Last Name

Parent Email

Parent Phone Number

Financial Aid Information

Denison meets 100% of demonstrated financial need. We are committed to making Denison affordable for all of our admitted students. All students, regardless of financial need, are considered for merit-based scholarships. You do not need to apply for need-based aid to receive a scholarship.

Do you intend to apply for need-based financial aid? *

Yes

Transcript

Upload Unofficial Transcript (Required in order to be approved)*

Please list the courses you plan to take in your senior year*

Essays

How do you define a "good education"? Why do you think Denison fits your definition?

Optional Supplements

In addition to the above essay, we are offering students the opportunity to submit an optional video response.

-Video response: Help us get to know you in 2 minutes or less by answering a few questions about who you are.

Please note that this is optional.

Please check here if you'd like to submit a video response.

Video Response

Help us get to know you! In two minutes or less, answer a prompt or two from the list below. Please record directly onto the application below.

Tell us about yourself - your hobbies and passions, how you spend your free time, etc.
What are you most excited about for college?
How do you learn best? What has been your favorite class you've taken and why?
What are you most proud of in your life thus far?
How do you hope to make the world a better place? What actions have you taken and/or do you hope to take in the future to do so?

Destination: Denison, Video Response