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Yale University

Academic Requirements

Admissions Overview

4.5% (10% early)

Acceptance Rate

3.8 - 4.0

Average GPA

1480 - 1580

Average SAT Score

33 - 35

Average ACT Score

GPA Requirements

Yale University does not have a strict minimum GPA requirement for undergraduate admissions. However, admitted students typically have very high GPAs, ranging from 3.8 to 4.0, with an average GPA of 3.9.

3.9

Average High School GPA

3.8 - 4.0

25th-7th Percentile

SAT Requirements

Yale has adopted a 'test-flexible' admissions requirement, beginning with the Fall 2025 admissions cycle. Applicants must submit scores from one of four options: ACT, SAT, AP, or IB. Yale University's SAT scores for admitted students range from 1480–1580, with an average score of 1530.

We recommend that students aim for a good SAT score of at least 1530 to be competitive in the admissions process at Yale University.

1530

Average SAT

1480 - 1580

25th-75th Percentile

54%

Students submitting SAT scores

ACT Requirements

Yale has adopted a 'test-flexible' admissions requirement, beginning with the Fall 2025 admissions cycle. Applicants must submit scores from one of four options: ACT, SAT, AP, or IB. Yale 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

35%

Students submitting ACT scores

Other Requirements

Besides academic grades, Yale 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

Yale University requires two teacher recommendations and one counselor recommendation.

TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo

Required for international students with a minimum score of 100.

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