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68.4%Acceptance
$63,268Tuition
1,606Students
73%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$68,831Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalLiberal ArtsNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
68.4%
Average SAT
1,305
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,210–1,400
ACT Composite (avg)
30
Total Enrollment
1,606

Admissions Overview

Hobart William Smith is less selective with a 68% acceptance rate. This means most qualified applicants gain admission, though you still need solid academics. The middle 50% of students score between 1210-1400 on the SAT or around 30 on the ACT. The coordinate college system attracts students who value both liberal arts education and unique traditions. Strong performers across disciplines find success here, from pre-med students following Elizabeth Blackwell's legacy to future leaders in politics and business. The school seeks intellectually curious students who thrive in small classes with its 10:1 student-faculty ratio and appreciate the close-knit community of 1,606 students.