Admissions Overview
The admission process at Occidental College has a 39% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Occidental College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
39%
Selective
Application Volume
6,305
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Occidental College has a 39% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Occidental 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 Occidental College. About 26% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,370 to 1,510. Additionally, about 15% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 34.
SAT Scores
26% of students submitted400
1600
1370 – 1510
200
800
690 – 750
200
800
680 – 760
ACT Scores
15% of students submitted1
36
31 – 34
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
27 – 32
Admission Statistics
6,305 students applied to Oxy. Of those, 39% were accepted (2,484 students). Of these 2,484 accepted students, 531 chose to enroll.
6,305
Total Applicants
2,484
Students Admitted
531
Students Enrolled
39%
Acceptance Rate