Denison University

Undergraduate admissions data

• Fall 2024 entering class: 15,012 applicants, 2,611 admitted (17.4%).
• Test scores reported by the university (25th–75th percentile): SAT 1320–1490, ACT 30–33.

Source: IPEDS (U.S. Department of Education)

What the university weighs in first-year admissions

• Very important: Rigor of secondary school record, Academic GPA, Application essay, Recommendation(s).
• Important: Interview, Extracurricular activities, Talent/ability.
• Considered: Class rank, Standardized test scores, Character/personal qualities, First generation, Alumni/ae relation, Geographical residence, State residency, Volunteer work, Work experience, Level of applicant's interest.
• Not considered: Religious affiliation/commitment.
• These are the first-year admission factors the university reports for all applicants, not a separate policy for international students.

Source: Common Data Set 2025-2026, section C7 (reported by the university)

Cost of attendance

• 2024–25 academic year, estimated annual cost for an international undergraduate: $86,900 (tuition and fees $67,000; housing and food $16,400; books and supplies $1,000; other expenses $2,500).

Source: IPEDS (U.S. Department of Education)

Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at Denison University?

Fall 2024 entering class: 15,012 applicants, 2,611 admitted (17.4%). Test scores reported by the university (25th–75th percentile): SAT 1320–1490, ACT 30–33.

What does Denison University consider in first-year admissions?

Very important: Rigor of secondary school record, Academic GPA, Application essay, Recommendation(s). Important: Interview, Extracurricular activities, Talent/ability. Considered: Class rank, Standardized test scores, Character/personal qualities, First generation, Alumni/ae relation, Geographical residence, State residency, Volunteer work, Work experience, Level of applicant's interest. Not considered: Religious affiliation/commitment.

How much does it cost to attend Denison University as an international undergraduate?

2024–25 academic year, estimated annual cost for an international undergraduate: $86,900 (tuition and fees $67,000; housing and food $16,400; books and supplies $1,000; other expenses $2,500).