Princeton no longer requires applicants to submit the optional writing section of the SAT or ACT (the SAT Essay or ACT Writing Test), because taking the test with the optional writing section adds an additional cost that may be a financial burden to some applicants.

What SAT score do you need for Princeton?

Admissions Overview

Princeton admissions is extremely selective with an acceptance rate of 6%. Students that get into Princeton have an average SAT score between 1460-1570 or an average ACT score of 33-35. The regular admissions application deadline for Princeton is January 1.

What essay should I submit to Princeton?

Pick a paper from a subject you care most about.

English and history are the preferred subjects for the Princeton graded paper. However, the admissions committee will review any sample of expository or analytical writing.