Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 30.8%
- Average SAT
- 1,388
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,280–1,495
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 31
- Total Enrollment
- 1,346
Admissions Overview
Bryn Mawr is selective, admitting 31% of applicants. This means strong academics are essential, but the college isn't as impossibly competitive as the most top schools. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1280-1495 on the SAT, with an average of 1388. These scores reflect the academic caliber of students who thrive in Bryn Mawr's rigorous liberal arts environment. The college seeks intellectually curious women who value academic collaboration over competition. Bryn Mawr's honor code creates a culture of trust and self-governance that appeals to students who want both academic challenge and personal responsibility. The school particularly attracts future leaders who appreciate small class sizes and close faculty mentorship.