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High School Diploma
Required
Common App
Accepted
Class Rank
Considered
Credit for AP Classes
Not provided
SAT/ACT
Required
TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo
Required for International Students
College Prep Program
Recommended
Additional Materials
Video Introduction
5.5% (13% early)
3.9 - 4.0
1460 - 1570
33 - 35
GPA Requirements
Brown University does not have a strict minimum GPA requirement for undergraduate admissions. However, admitted students typically have very high GPAs, ranging from 3.9 to 4.0, with an average GPA of 3.94.
3.92
Average High School GPA
3.9 - 4.0
25th-7th Percentile
SAT Requirements
SAT or ACT scores are now required again, beginning with the Fall 2025 admissions cycle.
Brown University's SAT scores for admitted students range from 1460 to 1570, with an average score of 1515.
We recommend that students aim for a good SAT score of at least 1520 to be competitive in the admissions process at Brown University.
1515
Average SAT
1460-1570
25th-75th Percentile
51%
Students submitting SAT scores
ACT Requirements
ACT or SAT scores are now required again, beginning with the Fall 2025 admissions cycle.
Brown University's ACT scores for admitted students range from 33 to 35, with an average score of 34.
A good ACT score will still boost your application above the competition and help get you into your dream school. It will allow admissions officers to quickly and objectively compare you to the rest of the applicant pool.
34
Average ACT
33-35
25th-75th Percentile
30%
Students submitting ACT scores
Other Requirements
Besides academic grades, Brown has some additional requirements based on the program of study you apply for.
Extracurriculars
Make sure you have extracurriculars relating to your area of study and those that show your dedication over time.
Recommendation Letters
Brown requires two teacher recommendations and one counselor recommendation.
TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo
Required for international students with a minimum score of 100.
Interview
Students are required to submit a two-minute personal video introduction.
