Admissions Overview
The admission process at Princeton University has a 6% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Princeton University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
6%
Extremely Selective
Application Volume
38,019
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
69%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Princeton University has a 6% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $70. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Princeton University 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 Princeton University. About 59% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,490 to 1,580. Additionally, about 25% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
59% of students submitted400
1600
1490 – 1580
200
800
730 – 780
200
800
760 – 800
ACT Scores
25% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
35 – 36
1
36
32 – 35
Admission Statistics
38,019 students applied to Princeton. Of those, 6% were accepted (2,167 students). Of these 2,167 accepted students, 1,499 chose to enroll.
38,019
Total Applicants
2,167
Students Admitted
1,499
Students Enrolled
6%
Acceptance Rate