More than 1,450 undergraduate women and more than 400 graduate women and men from over 45 states and 62 countries are enrolled in Bryn Mawr College. Here undergraduates are offered to choose from 37 major and 53 minor programs and develop their own academic program.

With an acceptance rate of 38%, the Bryn Mawr College college accepts a limited number of applicants based on critical evaluation of the applications.

  • Undergraduate students can apply through the Common Application or Coalition Application available online.
  • Graduate students shall apply online through the college’s application portal
  • The college also accepts Early Decision applications for undergraduate programs.
  • Applications for Bryn Mawr College Admissions are accepted during the Fall and Spring sessions.
  • Students shall submit the financial aid application along with their admission application.
  • The college accepts TOEFL and IELTS scores as proof of English proficiency.

Highlights

Application Portal Undergraduate: The Common Application or Coalition Application
Graduate: Bryn Mawr’s Online Portal
Application Fee 50 USD
Acceptance rate 38%
Average SAT score ERW: 650-730
MATH: 660-770
Average ACT score 29-33
Mode of Payment Online
Academic Calendar Semester-based
Intake Sessions Fall, and Spring sessions
Work Experience Depends on the program’s requirement
Financial Aid Work-study, scholarships and grants

Bryn Mawr College Admission Deadlines

To get admission in the desired program candidates must apply before the given deadlines:

Undergraduate
Early Decision I November 15
Early Decision II January 01
Regular Decision January 15
Graduate School of Art and Science
Archaeology, Classics, and History December 15
Chemistry and Physics January 02
Mathematics January 15
Graduate School of Social Work and Social Research
MSS January 01
Post Baccalaureate Premedical Program
Early Action October 08
Regular Admission February 15

Bryn Mawr International Student Admissions

For all international applicants, there are specific admission requirements they need to fulfill. The admission process, however, is like that of the native applicants. Also, they need to carefully complete the visa process on time.

Admission Requirements for International Students

  • All official academic records/transcripts from the previously attended institution(s).
    • Transcripts that are not in English, must be sent along with the certified English translation.
  • An official copy of school leaving exam results and certificates
  • SAT and ACT score for undergraduate applicants
  • GRE/GMAT score for Graduate applicants
  • English proficiency test scores
  • Letter of recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor
  • A personal statement stating compatibility with the program goals
  • Updated Resume

Departmental requirements: Departments can have their own application requirements in addition to the general admission requirements, like portfolio, interview, or audition.

English Proficiency Test Score for International Students

International applicants must submit their TOEFL and IELTS scores to show their English proficiency. The minimum scores college accepts are mentioned below in the table. However, the requirement may differ for programs and departments.

Test Minimum Score
TOEFL PBT 600
TOEFL CBT 250
TOEFL iBT 100
IELTS 7

Visa Process for International Students

Applicants are recommended to complete their visa process on time to avoid any admission-related problem.

  • Applicants must get the I-20 form from the college.
  • Fill up the form and attach the following documents along:
    • Copy of passport
    • Proof of financial support
  • Complete the I-20 and pay the SEVIS I-901 fee.
  • Next, apply for the F-1 or J-1 visa and pay the application fee.
  • Now schedule your visa interview and complete the process.

Bryn Mawr Undergraduate Admissions

The application process is the same for all undergraduate programs and for all students.

Application Portal: Applicants need to use the ‘Common Application Portal’ to submit applications.

Application Fee: 50 USD

Academic Requirements: Bryn Mawr expects the applicants to send ACT or SAT scores to satisfy academic requirements. The table given below details the break up of ACT and SAT score requirements:

ACT Scores
Average ACT Score 23
25th Percentile ACT Score 20
75th Percentile ACT Score 25
SAT Scores
Average SAT score 1393 (Math: 705; Reading: 688)
25th Percentile SAT Score 1310 (Math: 660; Reading: 650)
75th Percentile SAT Score 1500 (Math: 770; Reading: 730)

Supporting Documents: Applicants must provide the following documents at the time of admission:

  • Official transcripts and exam results for the last four years
  • Copy of school leaving exam results and certificate
  • SAT/ACT scores
  • Proof of residency
  • Guidance counselor’s and two teachers recommendation
  • Writing supplements
  • Mid-year report
  • English proficiency test score for international applicants

Bryn Mawr Graduate Admissions

Application Portal: Applications for graduate programs are accepted only throughBryn Mawr College Application Portal’ and can be accessed through respective academic school page.

Bryn Mawr College offers Graduate and Post Baccalaureate programs to all the applicants. The general admission requirements are the same; however, few programs have their specific admission requirements.

Course Application Deadline Application Fee Academic requirements Minimum English Language Proficiency
AB/ MA Mathematics: January 15
Chemistry and Physics: January 02
Archaeology, History of Art: December 15
50 USD Six courses for graduate credit M.A. Thesis Oral or written work
GRE score Letter of recommendation Resume Statement of Interest
TOEFL CBT: 250
TOEFL PBT: 600
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS: 7
MSS January 01 50 USD GPA of 3.0 Three letters of recommendation Personal statement
Admission interview Official transcript
TOEFL CBT: 250
TOEFL PBT: 600
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS: 7
Post Baccalaureate Premedical Program February 15 40 USD SAT/ACT scores Two letters of recommendation Two essays
Personal statement Admission interview Official transcript
TOEFL CBT: 250
TOEFL PBT: 600
TOEFL iBT: 100
IELTS: 7

Thus, it is essential that the applicants go through the application checklist properly and keep the prerequisites ready before applying. In case if Bryn Mawr is your 1st choice then it is recommended that you apply for Early Decision. Notably, in the previous academic year, 30% of students were admitted through Early Decision.

The admission decisions are usually received within 2 weeks of application. Applicants may use ‘BiONiC’ to know about the online status of their decision.