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Your Chances of Getting Into Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Based on publicly available admissions data

Moderately Selective58.5% acceptance rate

Acceptance rate 40-60%. Often a good target school for strong applicants.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate
58.5%
SAT Range (Middle 50%)
1330 - 1500
ACT Range (Middle 50%)
30 - 34

Is Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute a Reach, Target, or Safety?

With a 58.5% acceptance rate, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is a solid target school for most applicants with competitive profiles.

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 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute accepts 58.5% 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 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 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 Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute?

The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1330 and 1500 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1500 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 30-34.