Brandeis University ACT Scores and GPA

What are Brandeis University's average ACT scores and GPA? In this guide, we'll discuss what scores are needed for you to get admitted into Brandeis University. You'll also get to calculate your own chances with our admissions calculator.

Location: Waltham, MA

Brandeis University Admissions Statistics

There are three critical numbers when considering your admissions chances: ACT scores, GPA, and acceptance rate. All these combine to tell you what you scores are required to get into Brandeis University.

Average ACT: 33

The average ACT score composite at Brandeis University is a 33.

The 25th percentile ACT score is 31, and the 75th percentile ACT score is 34.

In other words, a 31 places you below average, while a 34 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute ACT requirement at Brandeis University, but they really want to see at least a 31 to have a chance at being considered.

Average GPA: 3.88

The average GPA at Brandeis University is 3.88. This makes Brandeis University Extremely Competitive for GPAs.

(Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA.

With a GPA of 3.88, Brandeis University requires you to be near the top of your class, and well above average. You'll need mostly A's, ideally with several AP or IB classes to help show your preparation at a college level.

If you're a junior or senior, your GPA is hard to change from this point on. If your GPA is at or below the school average of 3.88, you'll need a higher ACT score to compensate and show that you're prepared to take on college academics. This will help you compete effectively with other applicants.

Admissions Rate: 39.4%

The acceptance rate at Brandeis University is 39.4%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 39 are admitted.

This means the school is quite selective. If you have strong academic scores, you have a great shot at getting in.

Final Admissions Verdict

Because this school is quite selective, strong academic scores are critical to improving your chances of admission. If you're able to score a 34 ACT or above, you'll have a very strong chance at getting in. But if you get a 31 ACT or below, it'll be a steep uphill battle for you to get admitted.

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Other Schools For You

If you're interested in Brandeis University, you'll probably be interested in these schools as well. We've divided them into 3 categories depending on how hard they are to get into, relative to Brandeis University.

Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into

These schools are have higher average ACT scores than Brandeis University. If you improve your ACT score, you'll be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Columbia University	New York, NY	1524	35
University of Pennsylvania	Philadelphia, PA	1500	34
Princeton University	Princeton, NJ	1518	34
Brown University	Providence, RI	1493	34

Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into

If you're competitive for Brandeis University, these schools will offer you a similar chance of admission.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Boston College	Chestnut Hill, MA	1435	33
Tufts University	Medford, MA	1465	33
Villanova University	Villanova, PA	1395	33
Boston University	Boston, MA	1418	32
Binghamton University	Binghamton, NY	1375	31
Stony Brook University	Stony Brook, NY	1396	31
Rochester Institute of Technology	Rochester, NY	1352	31

Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into

If you're currently competitive for Brandeis University, you should have no problem getting into these schools. If Brandeis University is currently out of your reach, you might already be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Troy, NY	1393	30
United States Military Academy	West Point, NY	1331	30
University of Massachusetts Amherst	Amherst, MA	1358	30
Syracuse University	Syracuse, NY	1310	29

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