Can you get into Occidental College?
Los Angeles, California
Occidental College admits about 40% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1360–1500, ACT composites around 31–34, about a 3.65 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Occidental College is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Occidental College admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 40%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1360–1500
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 31–34
- Average GPA
- 3.65
Your chances at Occidental College
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How selective Occidental College is, at a glance.
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Occidental College?
- Occidental College has an acceptance rate of about 40%, which makes it moderately selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Occidental College?
- Admitted students at Occidental College have an average GPA of about 3.65. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Occidental College?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Occidental College have SAT scores between 1360–1500 and ACT composites between 31–34.
- What are my chances of getting into Occidental College?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Occidental College is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.