Princeton University admissions
Princeton, NJ
Princeton University acceptance rate
4.6%
1,868 of 40,468 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Princeton University is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 75% of admitted students enrolled (1,410 of 1,868).
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Common questions about Princeton University
What is the acceptance rate at Princeton University?
Princeton University admitted 4.6% of applicants (1,868 of 40,468) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Princeton University?
1,410 of the 1,868 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 75%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Princeton University?
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