Syracuse University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Syracuse University admits about 45.9% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1270–1440 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 27–32 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Syracuse University At a Glance
| Location | Syracuse, New York |
|---|---|
| Type | Private Nonprofit |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 15,477 |
| Acceptance Rate | 45.9% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 640-720 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 630-720 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1270-1440 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1375 |
| ACT Range | 29-32 |
| Average Net Price | $43,336/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $68,429/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $68,429/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 80.5% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 90.1% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $85,054 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $21,500 |
How Syracuse University Compares
Syracuse University is more selective than about 84% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 15,477 students, it is larger than about 49% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Syracuse University's acceptance rate?
Syracuse University's acceptance rate is about 45.9%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Syracuse University?
Admitted students at Syracuse University typically report a combined SAT score between 1270 and 1440 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Syracuse University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Syracuse University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Syracuse University?
The average net price reported for Syracuse University is $43,336 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.