Admissions Overview
The admission process at Sweet Briar College has a 76% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Sweet Briar College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
76%
Less Selective
Application Volume
1,204
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
17%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Sweet Briar College has a 76% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Sweet Briar 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 Sweet Briar College. About 21% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,020 to 1,360. Additionally, about 15% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 22 to 30.
SAT Scores
21% of students submitted400
1600
1020 – 1360
200
800
520 – 680
200
800
500 – 680
ACT Scores
15% of students submitted1
36
22 – 30
1
36
22 – 30
1
36
21 – 27
Admission Statistics
1,204 students applied to SBC. Of those, 76% were accepted (912 students). Of these 912 accepted students, 154 chose to enroll.
1,204
Total Applicants
912
Students Admitted
154
Students Enrolled
76%
Acceptance Rate