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6.4%Acceptance
$65,739Tuition
4,367Students
96%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$97,434Earnings
#1 in New HampshirePrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalResearch UniversityNCAA Division IStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
6.4%
Average SAT
1,540
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,500–1,580
ACT Composite (avg)
34
Total Enrollment
4,367

Admissions Overview

Dartmouth is highly selective with a 6.38% acceptance rate. This means fewer than 7 out of 100 applicants gain admission, making it one of the most competitive schools in the country. Successful students typically score between 1500-1580 on the SAT or around 34 on the ACT. The 97.78% retention rate shows students who get in rarely transfer out.

Dartmouth seeks adventurous students who thrive in tight-knit communities. The college values intellectual curiosity paired with a love for outdoor activities and collaborative learning. They want students who will embrace the quarter system's intensity and contribute to the campus culture that blends academic rigor with outdoor recreation and strong school spirit.