Race & Ethnicity
Yale University has a diverse student body with 53% students of color and 14% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Yale University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Yale University has a gender distribution of 53% female students and 47% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
23% of total enrollment
26% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Yale University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 71% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
71%
Traditional Age (18-21)
1%
Non-Traditional (25+)
51%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Yale University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 14% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 6% in-state residents, 81% out-of-state students, and 14% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
6% of student body
81% of student body
14% of student body
States Represented
50 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
53%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
53%
Female Students
Global Reach
14%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age