Admissions Overview
The admission process at Smith College has a 23% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Smith College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
23%
Very Selective
Application Volume
7,269
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
37%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Smith College has a 23% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Smith 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
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 Smith College. About 32% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,370 to 1,520. Additionally, about 19% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 31 to 34.
SAT Scores
32% of students submitted400
1600
1370 – 1520
200
800
700 – 760
200
800
670 – 760
ACT Scores
19% of students submitted1
36
31 – 34
1
36
34 – 36
1
36
27 – 32
Admission Statistics
7,269 students applied to SMITH. Of those, 23% were accepted (1,662 students). Of these 1,662 accepted students, 619 chose to enroll.
7,269
Total Applicants
1,662
Students Admitted
619
Students Enrolled
23%
Acceptance Rate