Admissions Overview
The admission process at Vassar College has a 19% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Vassar College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
19%
Very Selective
Application Volume
11,412
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
32%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Vassar College has a 19% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Vassar 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 Vassar College. About 33% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,430 to 1,535. Additionally, about 18% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 34.
SAT Scores
33% of students submitted400
1600
1430 – 1535
200
800
720 – 760
200
800
710 – 775
ACT Scores
18% of students submitted1
36
32 – 34
Admission Statistics
11,412 students applied to VASSAR. Of those, 19% were accepted (2,129 students). Of these 2,129 accepted students, 681 chose to enroll.
11,412
Total Applicants
2,129
Students Admitted
681
Students Enrolled
19%
Acceptance Rate