Admissions Overview
The admission process at Yale University has a 5% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Yale University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
5%
Extremely Selective
Application Volume
50,060
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
68%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Yale University has a 5% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $80. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Yale University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$80
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 Yale University. About 59% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,500 to 1,580. Additionally, about 29% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 33 to 35.
SAT Scores
59% of students submitted400
1600
1500 – 1580
200
800
740 – 780
200
800
760 – 800
ACT Scores
29% of students submitted1
36
33 – 35
1
36
35 – 36
1
36
32 – 35
Admission Statistics
50,060 students applied to Yale. Of those, 5% were accepted (2,289 students). Of these 2,289 accepted students, 1,554 chose to enroll.
50,060
Total Applicants
2,289
Students Admitted
1,554
Students Enrolled
5%
Acceptance Rate