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Apply through North Central College using the application option that fits your student type.
Shimer Great Books School / How to Apply
How to Apply
There is no separate Shimer application. Apply to North Central College through the route that matches your student type, then tell your admission counselor you want to explore Shimer Great Books.
Name your Shimer interest
Tell admissions you are interested in Shimer Great Books so they can connect you with the right academic information.
Visit and decide
Schedule a visit, ask about a Shimer seminar, review scholarships and aid, and confirm whether the Shimer B.A. or related History of Ideas minor fits your plans.