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Dartmouth College

Admissions Data

Acceptance Rate

5.5%

SAT Total Middle 50%

1480–1560

ERW 730–770 · Math 750–790

ACT Composite Middle 50%

33–35

Interview

Offered

GPA

Not reported

Admissions Factors

From the Common Data Set — how each factor is weighted in the admissions process:

Academic GPAVery Important
Rigor of Secondary School RecordVery Important
Standardized Test ScoresVery Important
Application EssayVery Important
RecommendationsVery Important
Character/Personal QualitiesVery Important
Extracurricular ActivitiesImportant
Talent/AbilityImportant
Class RankConsidered
InterviewConsidered
First GenerationConsidered
Alumni RelationConsidered
Geographical ResidenceConsidered
State ResidencyNot Considered
Religious AffiliationNot Considered
Volunteer WorkConsidered
Work ExperienceConsidered
Level of Applicant's InterestNot Considered

Deadlines & Requirements

Deadlines

Early Decision: November 1; Regular Decision: January 2

Requirements

Common App; Application fee $80 or fee waiver; Standardized testing (SAT/ACT) is required; School report, counselor recommendation, two teacher recommendations, mid-year report, and writing supplements.

Additional Notes

Dartmouth reinstated a standardized testing requirement for undergraduate admission starting with the Class of 2029. The college practices need-blind admission for all applicants.

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