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Waltham, MA · Private · 3,618 students

What are Brandeis University’s admission requirements?

Brandeis University admits 40.5% of applicants. Here’s what to send, who got in, and where you stand.

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40.5%admitted

What to send.

When to apply.

  • Early DecisionNovember 3, 2026
  • Early Decision IIJanuary 15, 2027
  • Early ActionNovember 3, 2026
  • Regular DecisionJanuary 15, 2027

Early Decision is binding. Use it only for a clear first choice.

Admitted class · 2024

Here’s the class that got in.

Acceptance rate
40.5%
SAT middle 50%
1390–1520median 1450
ACT middle 50%
31–34median 33
Testing
Optional39% sent an SAT

Your chances

What are your chances at Brandeis University?

See where your GPA and scores land in the class that got in.

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Reported by the college

What does Brandeis University weigh most?

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  • Very important

    • Course rigor
    • Essay
    • Recommendations

  • Considered

    • Grades
    • Class rank
    • Test scores
    • Legacy
    • Work experience

From the federal IPEDS admissions survey, 2024. It records whether Brandeis University considers each part, not how heavily.

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