Admissions Overview
The admission process at Brown University has a 5% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Brown University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
5%
Extremely Selective
Application Volume
51,316
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
63%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Brown University has a 5% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $75. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Brown University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$75
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
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 Brown University. About 54% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,500 to 1,570. Additionally, about 22% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 34 to 35.
SAT Scores
54% of students submitted400
1600
1500 – 1570
200
800
740 – 770
200
800
760 – 800
ACT Scores
22% of students submitted1
36
34 – 35
1
36
35 – 36
1
36
32 – 36
Admission Statistics
51,316 students applied to Brown. Of those, 5% were accepted (2,686 students). Of these 2,686 accepted students, 1,695 chose to enroll.
51,316
Total Applicants
2,686
Students Admitted
1,695
Students Enrolled
5%
Acceptance Rate