Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 54.5%
- Total Enrollment
- 10,443
Admissions Overview
Brooklyn College accepts 54.54% of applicants, making it moderately selective. This means most students with solid grades and test scores can gain admission, but the school still maintains academic standards. The relatively accessible admission rate reflects CUNY's mission to provide quality education to working-class New Yorkers. With 95.34% of students coming from in-state, competition primarily comes from local applicants who understand the value proposition. The college seeks students who want rigorous liberal arts education without crushing debt. Brooklyn College looks for motivated learners who appreciate diverse perspectives, given its remarkably balanced student body across racial and ethnic lines, and who value practical career preparation alongside intellectual growth.