Admissions Overview
The admission process at Brandeis University has a 35% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Brandeis University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
35%
Selective
Application Volume
11,282
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
22%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Brandeis University has a 35% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Brandeis University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$80
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Brandeis University. About 31% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,390 to 1,530. Additionally, about 11% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 34.
SAT Scores
31% of students submitted400
1600
1390 – 1530
200
800
690 – 750
200
800
700 – 780
ACT Scores
11% of students submitted1
36
31 – 34
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
28 – 35
Admission Statistics
11,282 students applied to BRANDEIS. Of those, 35% were accepted (3,984 students). Of these 3,984 accepted students, 865 chose to enroll.
11,282
Total Applicants
3,984
Students Admitted
865
Students Enrolled
35%
Acceptance Rate