Admissions Overview
The admission process at Hobart William Smith Colleges has a 68% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Hobart William Smith Colleges has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
68%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
5,082
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
13%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Hobart William Smith Colleges has a 68% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Hobart William Smith Colleges evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
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 Hobart William Smith Colleges. About 22% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,210 to 1,400. Additionally, about 9% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 32.
SAT Scores
22% of students submitted400
1600
1210 – 1400
200
800
610 – 700
200
800
600 – 700
ACT Scores
9% of students submitted1
36
27 – 32
1
36
27 – 35
1
36
26 – 29
Admission Statistics
5,082 students applied to HWS. Of those, 68% were accepted (3,475 students). Of these 3,475 accepted students, 438 chose to enroll.
5,082
Total Applicants
3,475
Students Admitted
438
Students Enrolled
68%
Acceptance Rate