Brown University admissions
Providence, RI
Brown University acceptance rate
5.4%
2,638 of 48,904 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Brown University is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 65% of admitted students enrolled (1,719 of 2,638).
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Common questions about Brown University
What is the acceptance rate at Brown University?
Brown University admitted 5.4% of applicants (2,638 of 48,904) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Brown University?
1,719 of the 2,638 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 65%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Brown University?
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