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Your Chances of Getting Into Harvey Mudd College

Based on publicly available admissions data

Highly Selective13.1% acceptance rate

Acceptance rate 10-20%. Strong reach for most applicants.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate
13.1%
SAT Range (Middle 50%)
1480 - 1560
ACT Range (Middle 50%)
34 - 36

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Is Harvey Mudd College a Reach, Target, or Safety?

With a 13.1% acceptance rate, Harvey Mudd College is a reach school for most applicants. Even students with perfect grades and scores are not guaranteed admission.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are my chances of getting into Harvey Mudd College?

Harvey Mudd College accepts 13.1% 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 Harvey Mudd College?

Harvey Mudd College 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 Harvey Mudd College?

The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1480 and 1560 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1560 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 34-36.