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18.7%Acceptance
$67,805Tuition
2,430Students
89%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$71,366Earnings
#22 in New YorkPrivate nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalLiberal ArtsNCAA Division IIIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
18.7%
Average SAT
1,483
SAT Range (25th–75th)
1,430–1,535
ACT Composite (avg)
33
Total Enrollment
2,430

Admissions Overview

Vassar is highly selective with an 18.66% acceptance rate. Nearly nine out of ten applicants get rejected. Successful students typically score between 1430-1535 on the SAT or around 33 on the ACT. The 8:1 student-faculty ratio reflects Vassar's commitment to close mentorship. With 94.40% of students returning for sophomore year, most find their academic and social fit quickly. Vassar seeks intellectually curious students who thrive in small discussion-based classes and value creative expression. The college particularly attracts future artists, writers, and performers who want rigorous liberal arts training. Students should demonstrate academic excellence alongside genuine passion for learning across disciplines.