Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 74.7%
- Average SAT
- 1,270
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,190–1,350
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 30
- Total Enrollment
- 3,110
Admissions Overview
Purchase operates with a 74.68% acceptance rate, making it a less selective public college that welcomes most qualified applicants. This means students with solid academic records have good chances of admission. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 1190 and 1350 on the SAT, with an average of 1270. These scores reflect the academic preparation needed for Purchase's rigorous arts and liberal arts programs. The college seeks creative, independent-minded students who thrive in unconventional environments. Purchase values artistic talent and passion alongside academic achievement, making it ideal for students who want to pursue serious creative work while earning a liberal arts degree in a collaborative, experimental setting.