Apply to ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø LIFEâ„¢
Got questions? We've got answers! Discover everything you need to know about the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøLIFE™ application right here. Still curious or need more details? Don't hesitate to reach out to us at charlestonlife@charleston.edu. We're here to help!
Ready to join us? Here's how to apply:
- Start by completing your application through the .
- If you are new to the program or College, simply create an account to get started.
- Make sure to select the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøLIFE™ application from the available options.
- You'll know your application is successfully submitted when you see 100% on the screen.
After that, just submit the additional required materials. We're excited to receive and review your application!
If you require a paper application, we're happy to help! Just email us at charlestonlife@charleston.edu, and we'll send one your way.
Picking a program requires a leap of faith, but the program has demonstrated the ability to help its students become successful students and independent young adults.
Parent of a Class of 2024 Alum
Application Checklist
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ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Lifeâ„¢ Application
Ready to join us? Here's how to apply:
- Start by completing your application through the College's portal.
- If you are new to the program or College, simply create an account to get started.
- Make sure to select the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøLIFE™ application from the available options.
- You'll know your application is successfully submitted when you see 100% on the screen.
After that, just submit the additional required materials. We're excited to receive and review your application!
If you require a paper application, we're happy to help! Just email us at charlestonlife@charleston.edu, and we'll send one your way.
Reapplying? Just use the same login credentials from your previous application. Can't log back in? No worries! Email us at charlestonlife@charleston.edu, and we'll reset your account. Remember, you'll need to create a new application for the current admissions cycle. We're here to help you every step of the way!
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Application Fee
All applicants are required to submit the $60 application fee. Click the link below to complete this step.
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Student Questionnaire
The must be completed by the applicant (student). This is an online questionnaire.
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Parent Readiness Survey
The must be completed by a parent or guardian. This is an online questionnaire.
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Personal Support Inventory
The must be completed by a parent or guardian. This is an online questionnaire.
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Educator Recommendation
The must be completed by a teacher or educator who has taught the applicant. Each applicant needs to submit three letters of recommendation, including the Educator Recommendation. This recommendation is an easy-to-complete online questionnaire.
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Student Recommendation
The must be completed by a non-family member who has known the applicant for at least three years. Each applicant needs to submit three letters of recommendation, including the Educator Recommendation. This recommendation is an easy-to-complete online questionnaire.
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Official High School Transcript and Behavior Record
The school must mail or send via Parchment the official high school transcript and behavior records directly to the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøLIFE™. Please mail to:
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøLIFE™ Program Admissions, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 66 George Street, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, SC 29424
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Evaluation Documents
Please submit the following documents:
- Most recent IEP
- Psychological report conducted within the past three years (must include an FSIQ, diagnosis and Achievement testing)
- Upload in the application portal
- Email from a secure portal to charlestonlife@charleston.edu
- Mail to: ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøLIFE™ Program Admissions, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, 66 George Street, ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, SC 29424
Just do it! They are going to be okay and supported. It has been life changing.
Parent of a Class of 2022 Alum
Application Process
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍøLIFE™ admits ten (10) students per year.
Here's how to apply:
- Complete and submit your application, including all required documentation and the application fee.
- Applications for Fall 2026 open August 1, 2025.
- We offer two decision rounds:
- Early Decision applications are due by November 1, 2025 (binding)
- Early Decision is a binding agreement. For more information, read the Early Decision FAQs.
- Regular Decision applications are due by December 15, 2025
- Early Decision applications are due by November 1, 2025 (binding)
- Selected applicants will be notified if they’re invited to interview. Participation in the interview process is required for admission.
- All applicants will be notified of the decision once the review process is complete.
- Accepted students must attend a two-day ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Freshman Orientation in the summer.
We’re excited to get to know you- start your application when the window opens on August 1!