Admissions Overview
The admission process at Vassar College has a 18% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Vassar College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
18%
Very Selective
Application Volume
12,145
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
32%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Vassar College has a 18% 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
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
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 26% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,435 to 1,550. Additionally, about 13% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
26% of students submitted400
1600
1435 – 1550
200
800
720 – 770
200
800
715 – 780
ACT Scores
13% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
Admission Statistics
12,145 students applied to VASSAR. Of those, 18% were accepted (2,153 students). Of these 2,153 accepted students, 689 chose to enroll.
12,145
Total Applicants
2,153
Students Admitted
689
Students Enrolled
18%
Acceptance Rate