Admissions Overview
The admission process at Harvey Mudd College has a 13% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Harvey Mudd College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
13%
Very Selective
Application Volume
4,440
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
40%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Harvey Mudd College has a 13% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Harvey Mudd College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$70
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other 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 Harvey Mudd College. About 43% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,480 to 1,560. Additionally, about 17% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 34 to 36.
SAT Scores
43% of students submitted400
1600
1480 – 1560
200
800
720 – 770
200
800
760 – 790
ACT Scores
17% of students submitted1
36
34 – 36
1
36
35 – 36
1
36
34 – 36
Admission Statistics
4,440 students applied to HMC. Of those, 13% were accepted (593 students). Of these 593 accepted students, 237 chose to enroll.
4,440
Total Applicants
593
Students Admitted
237
Students Enrolled
13%
Acceptance Rate