Admissions Overview
The admission process at Occidental College has a 40% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Occidental College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
40%
Selective
Application Volume
6,573
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
20%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Occidental College has a 40% 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
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
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 23% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,360 to 1,500. Additionally, about 13% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 34.
SAT Scores
23% of students submitted400
1600
1360 – 1500
200
800
690 – 750
200
800
670 – 750
ACT Scores
13% of students submitted1
36
31 – 34
1
36
32 – 35
1
36
28 – 35
Admission Statistics
6,573 students applied to Oxy. Of those, 40% were accepted (2,622 students). Of these 2,622 accepted students, 532 chose to enroll.
6,573
Total Applicants
2,622
Students Admitted
532
Students Enrolled
40%
Acceptance Rate