Admissions Overview
The admission process at Skidmore College has a 26% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Skidmore College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
26%
Selective
Application Volume
13,183
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
23%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Skidmore College has a 26% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Skidmore College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$65
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 Skidmore College. About 26% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,300 to 1,460. Additionally, about 12% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
26% of students submitted400
1600
1300 – 1460
200
800
650 – 740
200
800
650 – 720
ACT Scores
12% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
30 – 35
1
36
27 – 31
Admission Statistics
13,183 students applied to SKIDMORE. Of those, 26% were accepted (3,367 students). Of these 3,367 accepted students, 784 chose to enroll.
13,183
Total Applicants
3,367
Students Admitted
784
Students Enrolled
26%
Acceptance Rate