Accepted Students

Complete the FASFA

While incoming students are automatically considered for merit scholarships based on academic credentials, all students must complete the FAFSA to qualify for need-based financial aid and receive the best financial aid offer possible.

1. You and your parent/guardian(s) must obtain a free FSA ID and password at: https://fsaid.ed.gov.
2. File the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for complete consideration of all grants and loans. New York State residents should complete The New York State Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) at www.hesc.ny.gov.

The new FAFSA application is available on October 1st each year. It is important to file this as soon as possible.

Hilbert College federal student code is 002735.
Hilbert College New York state "TAP" code is 2083.

For any questions or to make an appointment with our Student Finance Office, please contact them directly at 716-926-8939.

Living on Campus

Resident Students: Complete Housing Application

Once you have submitted your $225 enrollment deposit, you should complete the following as soon as possible to in order to be eligible for housing at Hilbert College. Housing assignments will begin after May 1st and will continue until capacity is reached.

Complete Housing Application

Please note: You will need a digital copy of your Health Insurance card as all residents are required to have insurance. A photo of the card is an acceptable format of insurance.

Fill out the Roommate Preference Form to provide the Office of Residence Life your ideal roommate and housing location.

If you submitted a $100 enrollment deposit as a commuter and want to live on campus, you will need to submit the additional $125 housing deposit as well. To do so, you may:

• Call the office of admissions at 716-926-8780
• Email the office of admissions at admissions@hilbert.edu to update your housing status and arrange a payment for your housing deposit using a credit or debit card

Have questions? Looking to see whats available? Please contact us at reslife@hilbert.edu or at 716-649-7900 ext. 253.

Register for Classes

Students that submit their enrollment deposit early will receive priority registration.

New students that have accepted their admissions offer by depositing will be contacted to schedule their registration appointment, based on the date of their deposit.

Fall Entry Term:  Deposited students will be contacted as early as March 31st to schedule their new student advisement appointment.

Spring Entry Term: Deposited students will be contacted as early as November 15th to schedule their new student advisement appointment.

Please contact the admissions office with any questions (716-926-8780) or admissions@hilbert.edu.

Submit Final Transcripts

Have your official high school and/or college transcripts sent to the Office of Admissions, prior to the start of classes. Failure to do so may result in a hold being placed on your account.

For graduating seniors, please be sure to see your School Counselor before your final day of classes to arrange for your final transcripts to be sent. Requests can still be made after the school year ends.

Transfer students can request a final transcript to be sent by contacting the Office of the Registrar at their current institution.

This includes college courses taken while in high school. For students submitting Advanced Placement (AP) scores, please have official scores sent from the College Board.

Attend New Student Orientation Mandatory

Orientation is mandatory for all new freshmen and transfer students entering Hilbert College.

• Spring 2023 Entry Term: New Student Orientation will take place on December 7, 2022 and January 22, 2023.

For more information and to register for New Student Orientation, please visit our Orientation page. 

Questions/concerns? Please contact Alex Gill, Director of Student Involvement at agill@hilbert.edu.

1. Submit Medical & Contact Forms  Mandatory

   Please read through the following links carefully and be sure to submit ALL required documentation as early as possible. All forms are due by August 1st for Fall and January 1st for the spring semesters.
   Student Medical Forms   Emergency Contact Form
   
   Is Health Insurance Required?
   
   Health insurance is MANDATORY for student-athletes and on-campus resident students and are required to show proof of personal health insurance prior to moving into the residence halls. While Hilbert does not offer health insurance plans, students can view available plans through the Individual Marketplace as a result of the Affordable Care Act. For more information on the Marketplace options available to you, please navigate to https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/ and click on “Get Started.”
   
   For questions about immunization requirements, insurance information, or any other health and wellness questions, please visit our Health and Wellness page or contact the Office of Student Life by phone at 716-926-8793 or by e-mail.
   
   Students will not be allowed to move in to their residence hall until they have submitted all required health forms.

2. COVID-19 Requirements Mandatory

   Following CDC and New York State Department of Health guidelines, our requirements for COVID-19 are subject to change. You can view our updated policies on our COVID updates page. All on-campus community members are required to be vaccinated. Medical and religious exemption approvals will occur within 48 hours of submission.
   
   Upload Vaccination Card   COVID Exemption Form

3. Student Services Forms Optional

   Hilbert College makes several services and resources available to support the educational process of all students. From academic services and help in the classroom to the counseling and career development, Hilbert College is committed to serving the needs of all students.

   Completing the following forms allow us to custom tailor our services to your needs and ensure that you receive the best educational outcomes!

   Disability Services Form  Mental Health Form

   Should you have any questions before completing these forms, please contact the Office of Accessibility Services at 716-649-7900, ext. 260 or by email.

Complete Profile

CSS Profile is a free, online form for international students to complete. It's a simple way to let schools know about your academic and financial background. It's also a great way to get in touch with schools that might be interested in you.

International students don't need to file it, but they can if they want. All international students are encouraged to file it, FFT recipients are required to file it.

Complete I-20 Application

I-20 Application

The I-20 Application is a complete set of forms and paperwork that will help you get your I-20. It includes the I-20 application, the SEVIS fee (I-901 fee), the SEVIS fee payment form, and the SEVIS fee payment receipt. Include any supported paperwork.

Complete I-20 Application

Find My Embassy

Once there, you need to complete DS-160 form (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application) and a photo that meets requirements and then schedule a visa interview at a US embassy or consulate. Find out more at the Bureau of Consular Affairs.

Please contact your international student coordinator with any questions at kbush-turner@hilbert.edu.

Register for Classes

Students that submit their enrollment deposit early will receive priority registration.

New students that have accepted their admissions offer by depositing will be contacted to schedule their registration appointment, based on the date of their deposit.

Fall Entry Term:  Deposited students will be contacted as early as March 31st to schedule their new student advisement appointment.

Spring Entry Term: Deposited students will be contacted as early as November 15th to schedule their new student advisement appointment.

Please contact the admissions office with any questions (716-926-8780) or admissions@hilbert.edu.

Submit Final Transcripts

Have your official high school and/or college transcripts sent to the Office of Admissions, prior to the start of classes. Failure to do so may result in a hold being placed on your account.

For graduating seniors, please be sure to see your School Counselor before your final day of classes to arrange for your final transcripts to be sent. Requests can still be made after the school year ends.

Transfer students can request a final transcript to be sent by contacting the Office of the Registrar at their current institution.

This includes college courses taken while in high school. For students submitting Advanced Placement (AP) scores, please have official scores sent from the College Board.

Attend New Student Orientation Mandatory

Orientation is mandatory for all new freshmen and transfer students entering Hilbert College.

• Spring 2023 Entry Term: New Student Orientation will take place on December 7, 2022 and  January 7, 2023.

For more information and to register for New Student Orientation, please visit our Orientation page. 

Questions/concerns? Please contact Alex Gill, Director of Student Involvement at agill@hilbert.edu.

Submit Medical & Contact Forms Mandatory

Please read through the following links carefully and be sure to submit ALL required documentation as early as possible. All forms are due by August 1st for Fall and January 1st for the spring semesters.

Is Health Insurance Required?

Health insurance is MANDATORY for student-athletes and on-campus resident students and are required to show proof of personal health insurance prior to moving into the residence halls. While Hilbert does not offer health insurance plans, students can view available plans through the Individual Marketplace as a result of the Affordable Care Act. For more information on the Marketplace options available to you, please navigate to https://nystateofhealth.ny.gov/ and click on “Get Started.”

For questions about immunization requirements, insurance information, or any other health and wellness questions, please visit our Health and Wellness page or contact the Office of Student Life by phone at 716-926-8793 or by e-mail.

Students will not be allowed to move in to their residence hall until they have submitted all required health forms.

COVID-19 Requirements Mandatory

Following CDC and New York State Department of Health guidelines, our requirements for COVID-19 are subject to change. You can view our updated policies on our COVID updates page. All on-campus community members are required to be vaccinated. Medical and religious exemption approvals will occur within 48 hours of submission.

Upload Vaccination Card  COVID Exemption Form

Student Services Forms Optional

Hilbert College makes several services and resources available to support the educational process of all students. From academic services and help in the classroom to the counseling and career development, Hilbert College is committed to serving the needs of all students.

Completing the following forms allow us to custom tailor our services to your needs and ensure that you receive the best educational outcomes!

Should you have any questions before completing these forms, please contact the Office of Accessibility Services at 716-649-7900, ext. 260 or by email.