ACCEPTANCE RATE
31.1%
More selective than 85% of listed universities.
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.

THE SIGNATURE
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.
GETTING IN
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.
SAT RANGE (MID 50%)
1,300–1,470
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Early Decision Nov 15
Undergraduate application fee $50.
WHAT IT COSTS
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
AVERAGE NET PRICE AFTER AID
$39,383/yr
Average grant or scholarship aid $42,011.
IN THE CLASSROOM
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
Share of bachelor's degree completions, not of all enrolled students.
CAMPUS LIFE
Reported capacity of institution-controlled housing and campus setting. Capacity does not indicate how many students currently live in university housing.

University-controlled housing capacity
1,279
Includes institution-controlled housing; it may extend beyond campus.
Setting
suburb 135 acres
AFTER GRADUATION
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.
LIVE HERE
8 student rentals near campus — filter by price and roommates.
Sorted by distance to campus

3BR House in Manayunk
$2,281/mo

3BR House in Manayunk
$2,226/mo

2BR House in Manayunk
$2,008/mo
View all 8 listingsBryn Mawr students who start their housing search early get first pick of the apartments closest to campus — and the best prices.
Where students live around Bryn Mawr College — vibe, walkability, and commute at a glance.
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.