Bryn Mawr Admissions Information
Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr, PA (
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Bryn Mawr College, founded in 1885, is one of the prestigious Seven Sisters. Located 10 miles from Philadelphia, the college has a tradition of, and commitment to, advancing the education of women; the school continuously offers students a rigorous intellectual training. Consistently ranked in the Top 30 Liberal Arts Colleges by U.S. News and World Report, Bryn Mawr is among the top 10 colleges and universities for its percentage of undergraduates who earn Ph.D.s, testifying to its excellent academic programs and preparation. Bryn Mawr balances its single-sex education with coed opportunities through its membership in the Tri-College Consortium, where students are able to enroll in over 5,000 courses at neighboring Haverford, Swarthmore, and the University of Pennsylvania. Famous women who graduated from Bryn Mawr include actress Katharine Hepburn, poet Edith Hamilton, and the first female Harvard president Drew Gilpin Faust.
Bryn Mawr is located in the suburban outskirts of Philadelphia, which is a mere 20 minute bus ride away. Students who wish to venture further from campus are also able to take a 2 hour train ride to New York City or Washington D.C, and it is an easy drive to the New Jersey beaches. On campus, the college has more than 100 clubs and organizations for all types, ranging from those with a passion for community service to those who enjoy performing arts.
Basic Info
| Main Address: |
101 North Merion Avenue
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010-2899 |
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| Phone Number: |
(610) 526-5000 |
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| Website: |
www.brynmawr.edu |
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Characteristics
| Type of school: |
Private, Liberal Arts |
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| Type of school: |
Women only |
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| Setting: |
Suburban |
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| Athletics: |
Division III and club sports |
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| Degrees offered: |
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral |
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| Size of undergraduate student body: |
1,293 |
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| Percent out-of-state: |
86% |
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| Percent international: |
12.39% |
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| Female to Male ratio: |
100:0 |
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Academic Life
| Student to Professor ratio: |
8:1 |
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| Most popular majors: |
English Language and Literature
Mathematics
Psychology |
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| Special study programs: |
Accelerated Program
Cross-Registration
Double Major
Dual Enrollment of High School Students
Independent Study
Internships
Liberal Arts/Career Combination
ROTC, Air Force
Student-Designed Major
Study Abroad
Teacher Certification
Visiting/Exchange Student Program |
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Campus Life
Housing options:
Coed Housing
Apartments For Single Students
Wellness housing (alcohol/drug/smoke-free) |
Women's Housing
Cooperative Housing |
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Activities:
Campus ministries
Dance
Film society
Jazz band
Model U.N.
Musical theater
Student government
Yearbook |
Choral groups
Drama
International students
Literary magazine
Music ensembles
Radio station
Student newspaper |
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Fun Facts
- Voted #1 Dorms Like Palaces
- Voted #16 Best Quality of Life
- Voted #20 Most Accessible Professors
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- Voted #8 Best Campus Food
- Voted #17 Students Study the Most
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Admissions Information
With a 48% admittance rate, admission at Bryn Mawr is selective. As with most competitive colleges, admissions officials will look at more than a student's high school grades, though this aspect continues to be the most important factor of the application.
Along with the secondary school record, Bryn Mawr admissions place a good deal of emphasis on the student's recommendations. Academic GPA, extracurricular activities, personal statement, and character are also important considerations. Factors that are considered but not as important are standardized test scores, class rank, volunteer work, work experience, talent, racial status, geographical residence, alumni relation, interview, and whether the student is a first generation college student. Bryn Mawr values women who are both intellectually talented and passionate. The school seeks students with diverse interests, so emphasizing a love for learning would only work to an applicant's favor.
| Admissions address: |
101 North Merion Avenue
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010-2899 |
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| Phone number: |
(610) 526-5152 |
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| Fax number: |
(610) 526-7471 |
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| Admissions Website: |
http://brynmawr.edu/admissions/ |
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| Email: |
admissions@brynmawr.edu |
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| Contact Person: |
Jennifer Rickard |
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| Number of first-year applications received: |
2,271 |
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| Percent of applicants admitted: |
48% |
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Application Information
| Regular application deadline: |
January 15 |
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| Early decision/action deadline: |
November 15; January 1 |
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| Accepts the Common Application? |
Yes |
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| Admission requirements: |
2 Academic Teacher Evaluation(s)
School Report
Mid Year Report
Final Report
Essay(s)
Interview (recommended) |
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Application Information
| Standardized test scores required? |
SAT Reasoning Test and SAT II Subject Tests; or ACT (Writing is optional) |
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| Policy regarding SAT score-use: |
Highest Section Scores Across Test Dates |
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| SAT Critical Reading |
590
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660
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720
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86%
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| SAT Math |
580
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640
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700
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86%
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| SAT Writing |
600
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650
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700
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86%
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| College Board code: |
2049 |
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| ACT code: |
3526 |
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