Selectivity and acceptance rates can be a big clue to how difficult it is to be admitted to Princeton. Compare your test scores to prior applicants to get a good understanding of who you’re competing against for entrance.
Selectivity (Fall 2021): What’s the Acceptance Rate for Students?
Open Admissions
No
Selectivity of College
More Selective
Acceptance Rate
4%
Acceptance and Enrollment Stats (Fall 2021)
Applicant Total
37,601
Accepted
1,647
Enrolled
1,290
Who’s Applying: Applicants by Gender
Applicants: Men - Women 50 to 50
Accepted: Men - Women 47 to 53
Enrolled: Men - Women 48 to 52
Average Test Scores
About 56% of students accepted to Princeton submitted their SAT scores. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing scores ranged between 720 and 770. Math scores were between 740 and 800.
SAT Reading and Writing Scores for Princeton University ( 720 to 770 )
SAT Math Scores for Princeton University ( 740 to 800 )
Princeton received ACT scores from 35% of accepted students. When looking at the 25th through the 75th percentile, ACT Composite scores ranged between 33 and 35.
ACT Composite Scores for Princeton University ( 33 to 35 )
Additional Question to Ask
A college’s selectivity gives us an idea of how rigorous the studies are, and how competitive the students are. However, not all students thrive in a competitive atmosphere, even if their grades are good. Does this college have the best learning environment for you?
by our College Data Analytics Team