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27.4%Acceptance
$64,671Tuition
6,108Students
87%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$87,989Earnings
#3 in OhioPrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
27.4%
Average SAT
1,475
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,410–1,540
ACT Composite (avg)
34
Total Enrollment
6,108

Admissions Overview

Case Western Reserve University is selective with a 27% acceptance rate. This means roughly one in four applicants gets admitted, making it competitive but not impossibly so. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1410-1540 on the SAT or around 34 on the ACT. These scores reflect the university's rigorous academic standards, particularly in engineering and pre-medical tracks. Case Western seeks intellectually curious students who thrive in collaborative environments rather than cutthroat competition. The school values applicants with strong STEM foundations but also appreciates well-rounded candidates who can contribute to its tight-knit campus community. Students who want hands-on research opportunities and close faculty mentorship tend to flourish here.