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Your Chances of Getting Into Brown University

Based on publicly available admissions data

Most Selective5.2% acceptance rate

Acceptance rate under 10%. Very high reach for most students.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate
5.2%
SAT Range (Middle 50%)
1500 - 1570
ACT Range (Middle 50%)
34 - 35

What Matters Most

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RigorClass RankGpaSat ActEssayRecommendationExtracurricularTalentCharacter

Is Brown University a Reach, Target, or Safety?

With a 5.2% acceptance rate, Brown University is a reach school for most applicants. Even students with perfect grades and scores are not guaranteed admission.

Build a balanced college list with reach, target, and safety schools to maximize your options.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are my chances of getting into Brown University?

Brown University accepts 5.2% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.

What GPA do I need for Brown University?

Brown University looks for academically strong students. Review recent CDS data on the school's website for GPA breakdowns of admitted students.

What SAT score do I need for Brown University?

The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1500 and 1570 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1570 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 34-35.