Swarthmore College admissions
Swarthmore, PA
Swarthmore College acceptance rate
7.5%
975 of 13,065 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Swarthmore College is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 44% of admitted students enrolled (427 of 975).
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Common questions about Swarthmore College
What is the acceptance rate at Swarthmore College?
Swarthmore College admitted 7.5% of applicants (975 of 13,065) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Swarthmore College?
427 of the 975 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 44%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Swarthmore College?
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