31%
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| Accepted | 3,675 |
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| Declined | + 8,123 |
| Total Received | 11,798 |
| SAT | 3092 |
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| ACT | 1802 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| Boston University | Boston, MA |
| Northeastern University | Boston, MA |
| Tufts University | Medford, MA |
| Carnegie Mellon University | Pittsburgh, PA |
| New York University | New York, NY |
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, MD |
| Brown University | Providence, RI |
| Columbia University | New York, NY |
| Princeton University | Princeton, NJ |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
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Brandeis University, founded in 1948, is a private, liberal arts university. Programs are offered through the Schools of Creative Arts, Humanities, Science, and Social Science. Its 235-acre campus is located in Waltham, 10 miles west of Boston.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
|---|---|
| Campus Enrollment | 5,801 |
| Established in | 1948 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Accredited by |
• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) • NEASC (New England Assn. of Schools and Colleges) |
235-acre, suburban campus in Waltham (population: 62,442), 10 miles from Boston. Major airport, bus, and train serve Boston. School operates transportation to Boston and Cambridge Thursday through Sunday. Public transportation serves campus.
Brandeis University
415 South Street
Waltham, MA 02453-9110
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| Application fee | $80 |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | January 1 |
| School has early decision program | yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 1 |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Required of some SAT or ACT Required |
31%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 3,675 |
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| Declined | + 8,123 |
| Total Received | 11,798 |
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Secondary school record
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Alumni/ae relationship
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Religious affiliation/commitment
Standardized test scores
State residency
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
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Jennifer Walker
Dean of Admissions
P: 800 622-0622 (out-of-state)
F: 781 736-3536
admissions@brandeis.edu
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$45,125
| Tuition | $55,130 |
| Room | $9,060 |
| Board | $6,830 |
| Additional fees | $1,840 |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 |
| Total | $73,860 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $45,125 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $28,735 |
Need-based
| Federal | $3,917,975 |
| State | $632,617 |
| Institutional | $59,459,696 |
| Other external | $1,919,817 |
| Total | $65,930,105 |
|---|
Non-need-based
| Federal | $3,736 |
| State | $708 |
| Institutional | $7,374,109 |
| Other external | $2,254,837 |
| Total | $9,633,390 |
|---|
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CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE
January 1
Noncustodial (Divorced/Separated) Parent's Statement
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Other
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CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE
Noncustodial (Divorced/Separated) Parent's Statement
Other
P: 781 736-3700
F: 781 736-3719
sfs@brandeis.edu
Sherri Melissa Avery
Director of Financial Aid and Student Employment
savery@brandeis.edu
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archery, boxing, Brazilian jujitsu, cheerleading, equestrian sports, gymnastics, Krav Maga, lacrosse, quidditch, rock climbing, rowing, rugby, sailing, skiing, snowboarding, squash, table tennis, ultimate Frisbee
badminton, ballet, ballroom dance, basketball, corn hole, dance company, dance crew, dodgeball, fencing, football, hip hop dance, home run derby, ice skating, Indian dance, indoor soccer, karate/jujitsu, kickball, lacrosse, majorette dance line, mountain climbing, pole dance/fitness, salsa, softball, spikeball, squash, step team, swing dance, tae kwon do, tap dance, tennis, water polo, volleyball, yoga
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Jim Zotz (men's)
Acting Athletic Director
email
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24%
Transfer applicants accepted
22%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 3.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of All |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of All |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 70 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China India Israel South Korea Vietnam |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes Host family program International student center Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Jorge Delgado
Associate Director of International Admissions
delgado@brandeis.edu
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