Brown University
Providence, RI · private nonprofit · 7,226 undergraduates
Brown University is a private nonprofit university in Providence, RI with highly selective admissions, admitting about 5% of applicants. Below are the numbers families weigh most — how selective it is, the scores admitted students bring, what it actually costs after aid, and how many students go on to graduate.
Acceptance rate
5%
SAT (middle 50%)
1510–1580
ACT (middle 50%)
34–35
Avg net price
$25,184/yr
sticker $87,648
Graduation rate
96%
within 6 years
Undergraduates
7,226
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What is Brown University's acceptance rate?
Brown University has an acceptance rate of about 5%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data.
What SAT score do you need for Brown University?
The middle 50% of admitted students at Brown University scored between 1510–1580 on the SAT (ACT 34–35).
How much does Brown University cost?
Families pay an average net price of about $25,184 per year at Brown University after financial aid, versus a published cost of $87,648.
What is the graduation rate at Brown University?
About 96% of students at Brown University graduate within six years.
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Figures from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard. Admission chance estimates are advisory, based on published data and your academics, and are not a guarantee of admission.