Brandeis University
Private college · Waltham, MA · 3,618 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
41%
Selective
SAT (middle 50%)
1390–1520
ACT (middle 50%)
31–34
Average net price
$30,606
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$90,169
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
81%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Brandeis University?
Brandeis University accepts about 41 of every 100 applicants (41%), which makes it selective. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
The middle half of admitted students scored between 1390 and 1520 on the SAT. A score at or above 1520 puts you in the top quarter of admitted students; below 1390, your scores are below most.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 31–34.
The latest federal data says Brandeis University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Brandeis University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Brandeis University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $90,169 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $30,606 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $70,957 a year.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$70,957
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$70,957
- Room & board$20,954
- Total cost of attendance$90,169
- Average net price after grants$30,606
Popular majors
Social Sciences, Biology, Psychology, Public Administration & Social Work, Computer Science.
Brandeis University FAQ
- What is Brandeis University's acceptance rate?
- 41% — selective.
- What SAT score do you need for Brandeis University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 1390–1520. Aim for 1520 or higher to be above most admitted students.
- What ACT score do you need for Brandeis University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 31–34.
- Is Brandeis University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Brandeis University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Brandeis University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Brandeis University cost?
- About $90,169 a year before aid; $30,606 on average after grants.
- What is Brandeis University's FAFSA school code?
- 002133. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Brandeis University receives your information.
- What is Brandeis University's graduation rate?
- 81% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Brandeis University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New England Conservatory of MusicBoston, MA | 41% | — | $50,840 | 74% |
| Clark UniversityWorcester, MA | 40% | 1288–1460 | $29,446 | 77% |
| Berklee College of MusicBoston, MA | 44% | — | $47,587 | 73% |
| Mount Holyoke CollegeSouth Hadley, MA | 36% | 1380–1530 | $30,861 | 82% |
| Bentley UniversityWaltham, MA | 45% | 1280–1430 | $38,969 | 88% |
| Emerson CollegeBoston, MA | 51% | 1270–1420 | $49,215 | 80% |