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Bryn Mawr College

Bryn Mawr College, a prestigious women's liberal arts college in Pennsylvania, has been fostering academic excellence since 1885. Join a vibrant community where students pursue truth and ignite their potential.

31.1%ACCEPTANCE
$39,383AVG NET PRICE
86%GRAD RATE
1,666STUDENTS
University data profileIPEDS 2023
Bryn Mawr College campus
Philadelphia, PAsuburb 135 acres

THE SIGNATURE

Bryn Mawr College Report Card

Explore university facts, programs, and campus life at a glance.

Bryn Mawr College is a private nonprofit institution located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1885, this four-year college is renowned for its commitment to women's education and academic rigor. It serves a diverse student body of roughly 1,666 students, fostering a unique environment that emphasizes thoughtful inquiry and collaborative learning.

The campus character at Bryn Mawr is deeply rooted in community engagement, with more than 130 clubs and organizations for students to explore their interests and develop leadership skills. Academics are bolstered by an 8:1 student-faculty ratio, which allows for personalized attention and a learning environment where curiosity is encouraged. Students at Bryn Mawr not only engage in rigorous academic pursuits but also have access to internships, study abroad programs, and community involvement opportunities that enrich their educational experience and prepare them for impactful careers.

AT A GLANCE
TypePrivateFour or more years
Founded1885
Settingsuburb 135 acres
Calendarsemester

GETTING IN

Admissions

Bryn Mawr College has an acceptance rate of 31.1%, with a total of 3,278 applicants. The middle 50% range for SAT Math scores is 680, showcasing the competitive nature of the admissions process.

Source: IPEDS 2023

ACCEPTANCE RATE

31.1%

More selective than 85% of listed universities.

SelectiveAccessible

SAT RANGE (MID 50%)

1,300–1,470

4001600

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Jan 15regular

Early Decision Nov 15

Undergraduate application fee $50.

WHAT IT COSTS

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker price tells you little — net price after aid is what most families actually pay.

Source: IPEDS 2023

IN-STATE TUITION & FEES

$62,560/yr

Out-of-state: $62,560/yr.

Net price by income band

$3,323
$0–$30,000
$4,557
$30,001–$48,000
$12,873
$48,001–$75,000
$25,044
$75,001–$110,000
$49,566
$110,001+

AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID

$39,383/yr

▲ 14% since 2020-2173% receive grants or scholarships

Average grant or scholarship aid $42,011.

IN THE CLASSROOM

Academics

Bryn Mawr is distinguished by its strong academic offerings across 38 undergraduate majors, encouraging personalized education and interdisciplinary studies. The college fosters an environment that emphasizes inquiry, creativity, and lifelong learning.

Source: IPEDS 2023

Student–faculty ratio

8:1

38.1% of classes have fewer than 20 students.

6-year graduation rate

86%

▲ 3 pts since 2016

First-year retention

90%

Median across 34 institutions in our national dataset: 89%.

Bachelor-level fields offered

38

Bachelor-level fields reported as offered in IPEDS

MOST POPULAR FIELDS OF STUDY

Share of bachelor's degree completions, not of all enrolled students.

Biology/Biological Sciences, General.9.2%
English Language and Literature, General.8.9%
Psychology, General.8.9%
Mathematics, General.7.9%
Sociology, General.6%
Computer Science.5.7%

CAMPUS LIFE

Campus & Housing

Reported capacity of institution-controlled housing and campus setting. Capacity does not indicate how many students currently live in university housing.

Bryn Mawr College campus and student housing

University-controlled housing capacity

1,279

Includes institution-controlled housing; it may extend beyond campus.

Setting

suburb 135 acres

AFTER GRADUATION

Student outcomes

Earnings and employment of former students after entering the university.

Source: College Scorecard 2023

Median earnings · 10 yrs after entry

$75,217

Median earnings of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.

Working after 10 yrs

69.4%

Share of former students working and not enrolled, ten years after entry.

Earning more than a high-school graduate

89.7%

89.7% of former students earn above the Scorecard high-school earnings threshold, ten years after entry.

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Data Sources: U.S. Department of Education IPEDS, National Center for Education Statistics, and College Scorecard. University Apartments is not affiliated with Bryn Mawr College.