Occidental College
Occidental College is a private liberal arts college located in Los Angeles, California. It integrates rigorous academic programs in the liberal arts and sciences with the rich cultural, civic, and professional resources of a major global city.
Acceptance rate
45%
Undergrad enrollment
1,886
Test policy
Test optional
Application fee
Free
Application deadlines
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early DecisionEarly Decision I | November 1, 2026 |
| Early ActionEarly Action | November 1, 2026 |
| TransferSpring Transfer Entry | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidEarly Decision I & Early Action Financial Aid | November 1, 2026 |
| Financial AidEarly Decision II & Regular Decision Financial Aid | January 10, 2027 |
| Early Decision IIEarly Decision II | January 10, 2027 |
| Regular DecisionRegular Decision | January 10, 2027 |
| TransferFall Transfer Priority Deadline | March 1, 2027 |
| Financial AidFall Transfer Financial Aid | March 1, 2027 |
Supplemental essay prompts
Why have you decided to transfer from your current/most recent institution?
Why are you applying to Occidental? Why do you think Occidental, and our location in Los Angeles, is the right place for you to pursue your interests?
In which area(s) do you intend to major, and how have your previous academic experiences influenced this decision?
To help us better understand your history please provide us with a list, including dates, of the schools you have attended starting in high school. If there have been interruptions in your schooling, please include what you did during that time, and any other notable endeavors you have pursued.
Why are you applying to Occidental? Why do you think Occidental is the right place for you to pursue your interests?