Yale University
#5 National RankTest Optionalđź“Ť New Haven
Yale University is a private Ivy League school in New Haven, Connecticut, with around 14,000 students. Yale is especially known for its residential college system, which creates a close-knit community within a larger university, and for its historic strengths in the arts, drama, music, and law. The campus features stunning Gothic architecture and world-class libraries, offering a sense of tradition while fostering cutting-edge research. With a balance of intellectual depth, artistic creativity, and community spirit, Yale is often seen as the most “well-rounded” Ivy.
Admissions Statistics
Regular Decision
Applicants
49,661
Admitted
1,518
Admit Rate
0.03056724593%
Total Enrolled
1,554
Early Decision
Early Applicants
7,856
Early Admitted
709
ED Admit Rate
0.09024949084%
Admits from Early
0.3183655141%
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
773
Accepted Spot
565
Admitted
23
WL Admit Rate
0%
Academic Profile
Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
N/A
Top 10% of Class
0.96%
Top 25% of Class
0.99%
Top 50% of Class
1%
Demographics
Men
782
Admit Rate: 0.04552923731%
Women
772
Admit Rate: 0.03352796558%
Non-International
89.4%
International
10.6%
Admission Factors
Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankNot Considered
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsImportant
Application EssayNot Considered
RecommendationNot Considered
ExtracurricularsNot Considered
Talent/AbilityNot Considered
Character/PersonalNot Considered
InterviewImportant
First GenerationImportant
Cost & Outcome
Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$69,900
Out-of-State Tuition
$69,900
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$89,700
Mid Career Pay
$168,300
Student Body
Undergrads
6,805
Total Students
14,854