Every year, Princeton University receives about 39,600 applications. Out of these, only 1,790 are accepted and about 77% or 1,380 decide to attend the school come September. Princeton is known for its highly selective undergraduate program so only about 5% are accepted each year.

When preparing to apply, aim for a 1,500 - 1,570 for your Combined SAT scores or 34 - 36 for the ACT. Your application will be required to have none, but it is also recommended you include none. Princeton requests a $70 fee for undergraduate applicants and $75 for Graduates.

It’s important to keep these dates in mind when applying, whether for Early Action or Regular Decision. Early Action applications are due by November 1 and you should expect to hear back in Mid-December. For regular applicants, have your paperwork in by 11:59 pm local time on January 1. You will be notified before March 31. Either applicant must let the school know intent by May 1.

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Student ACT Scores

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Student SAT Scores

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75th %



First-Year Admission Statistics

Application, Acceptance, Enrollment Statistics from the 2023 Admissions Cycle
Applications
39,644
Male 19,541
Female 20,103

 

Acceptance
1,786
Male 781
Female 1,005

 

Enrollment Total
1,375
Male 606
Female 769


Acceptance Rate
4.5%
Male
4%
Female
5%

 

Yield
77%
Male
77.6%
Female
76.5%


Application Fees and Other Information

Application Fees

Undergraduate

$70


Graduate

$75



Credit from AP or Pre-college classes

  • Advanced Placement (AP) credits


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