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What are your chances at Brandeis University?

Waltham, MA · Private · 3,618 students

41%admitted
40.5% acceptance rate

A realistic target for a solid profile.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 41 are admitted.

SAT range of admitted students1390–1520
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What Brandeis University actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$35,736
per year, after grants · sticker $86,448
Median earnings
$77,231
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
86%
finish within six years
Median debt
$25,648
at graduation · about $272/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$13,363
$30,000 – $48,000$15,135
$48,000 – $75,000$20,536
$75,000 – $110,000$26,784
Over $110,000$54,885

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Brandeis University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at Brandeis University

Brandeis University accepts about 40.5% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

Admitted students typically score between 1390 and 1520 on the SAT, or 31–34 on the ACT. Falling below that range doesn’t disqualify you — it means the rest of your application needs to carry more weight.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.