Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 39.4%
- Average SAT
- 1,440
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,370–1,510
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 33
- Total Enrollment
- 1,844
Admissions Overview
Occidental College is selective, accepting 39.40% of applicants. This means you'll face real competition, but admission is achievable with strong credentials. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1370-1510 on the SAT, with an average of 1440. Students who get in typically combine academic excellence with demonstrated leadership potential. The college seeks intellectually curious applicants who want to engage deeply with liberal arts education in an urban setting. Given Occidental's track record of producing influential political leaders and entertainment figures, admissions officers look for students with both scholarly ambition and the communication skills to make an impact beyond campus.