Admissions Overview
The admission process at Kenyon College has a 31% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Kenyon College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
31%
Selective
Application Volume
8,218
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Kenyon College has a 31% 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
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLegacy 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 20% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,360 to 1,500. Additionally, about 17% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 34.
SAT Scores
20% of students submitted400
1600
1360 – 1500
200
800
690 – 750
200
800
670 – 750
ACT Scores
17% of students submitted1
36
31 – 34
1
36
33 – 35
1
36
27 – 35
Admission Statistics
8,218 students applied to KENYON. Of those, 31% were accepted (2,524 students). Of these 2,524 accepted students, 455 chose to enroll.
8,218
Total Applicants
2,524
Students Admitted
455
Students Enrolled
31%
Acceptance Rate