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Your chances of getting into Stevens Institute of Technology

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

46.2%
Admission Difficulty for Stevens Institute of Technology
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Exceptional 
Applicant Competition Average 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Stevens is 46.2%.  Its admission rate is the 2nd lowest in New Jersey.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Stevens and can you get accepted?

Stevens is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 5,778 out of the 12,500 who applied were admitted.

Stevens Institute of Technology typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.88. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 17% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Stevens?

46% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Stevens Institute of Technology you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.88 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1450 on the SAT
  • Score 32 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class

Stevens GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.88

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Stevens Institute of Technology?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Stevens are to have around a 3.88 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Stevens will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Stevens is 3.88 on the 4.0 scale. 52% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #2 in New Jersey for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Stevens is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Stevens Institute of Technology students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 52.0% Avg +
3.75 to 3.99 30.0% Avg -
3.50 to 3.74 13.0% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 4.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 1.0% Low
2.50 to 2.99 0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Stevens SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Stevens Institute of Technology. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 46% of students submitted SAT scores and 8% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1380-1510

Applicants Submitting SAT 

46%
SAT Scores for Stevens Institute of Technology
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 670
Math 25th Percentile 710
Composite 25th Percentile 1380
SAT Scores for Stevens Institute of Technology
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 730
Math 75th Percentile 780
Composite 75th Percentile 1510
Average SAT Score 1450

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Stevens Institute of Technology?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Stevens is 1450 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1380-1510. Students who get into Stevens Institute of Technology score in the top 6 percent of all SAT test takers..  Stevens ranks #2 in the state of New Jersey and #61 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1450 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Stevens regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1380 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1380, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1310, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Stevens Institute of Technology is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1450 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1445, you have around a 46% chance of being admitted. A 1510 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 62% chance of getting in.

Stevens Institute of Technology admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1510 and Above Good >62%
1445 to 1510 Avg + 46%-62%
1380 to 1445 Avg - 31%-46%
1315 to 1380 Reach 19%-31%
Less than 1315 Low <19%
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Stevens ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

31-34 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

8%
ACT Scores for Stevens Institute of Technology
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 30
Math 25th Percentile 29
Composite 25th Percentile 31
ACT Scores for Stevens Institute of Technology
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 35
Math 75th Percentile 34
Composite 75th Percentile 34
Average ACT Score 32

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Stevens?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Stevens is 32, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 31 and 34.  The school ranks #2 in New Jersey and #72 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 32. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 31 and score in the score in the top 5 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 30.

8 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Stevens Institute of Technology.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Stevens Institute of Technology is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Stevens for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 32 score has around 46% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 67% with a 34 ACT score.

Stevens Institute of Technology admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
34 and Above Good >67%
32 to 34 Avg + 46%-67%
31 to 32 Avg - 36%-46%
30 to 31 Reach 27%-36%
Less than 30 Low <27%
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High School Class Rank

63% of Stevens Institute of Technology freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Stevens Institute of Technology students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 63%
Top 25% of class 90%
Top 50% of class 99%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Stevens Institute of Technology admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,315 8,185 12,500
Accepted 2,359 3,419 5,778
Acceptance Rate 55% 42% 46%
Enrolled 377 633 1,010
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 16% 19% 17%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Stevens Institute of Technology is $70.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Stevens Institute of Technology and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Stevens Institute of Technology Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Stevens Institute of Technology
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Stevens is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.88 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1450 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1510 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 32 on the ACT places you in a strong position.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=186867 IPEDS survey data for Stevens Institute of Technology.

Last updated February 24, 2024