Admissions Overview
The admission process at Kenyon College has a 34% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Kenyon College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
34%
Selective
Application Volume
8,116
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
19%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Kenyon College has a 34% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Kenyon College 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
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
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 Kenyon College. About 15% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,350 to 1,515. Additionally, about 16% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 34.
SAT Scores
15% of students submitted400
1600
1350 – 1515
200
800
690 – 760
200
800
660 – 755
ACT Scores
16% of students submitted1
36
31 – 34
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
27 – 32
Admission Statistics
8,116 students applied to KENYON. Of those, 34% were accepted (2,784 students). Of these 2,784 accepted students, 531 chose to enroll.
8,116
Total Applicants
2,784
Students Admitted
531
Students Enrolled
34%
Acceptance Rate