Yale University
New Haven, CT · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1470 and 1570 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 34
Popular programs at Yale University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Economics. | 204 | |
| 2 | Political Science and Government. | 137 | |
| 3 | Computer and Information Sciences, General. | 121 | |
| 4 | History. | 94 | |
| 5 | Cell/Cellular Biology and Anatomical Sciences. | 89 | |
| 6 | Research and Experimental Psychology. | 81 | |
| 7 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other. | 68 | |
| 8 | Mathematics. | 59 | |
| 9 | English Language and Literature, General. | 56 | |
| 10 | Statistics. | 56 | |
| 11 | International Relations and National Security Studies. | 56 | |
| 12 | Area Studies. | 42 | |
| 13 | Cognitive Science. | 42 | |
| 14 | Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies. | 40 | |
| 15 | Fine and Studio Arts. | 39 | |
| 16 | Physics. | 36 | |
| 17 | Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | 33 | |
| 18 | Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology. | 33 | |
| 19 | Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology. | 32 | |
| 20 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 31 |
Showing top 20 of 47 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Yale University?
Yale University has an acceptance rate of 4% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Yale University?
Admitted students at Yale University typically score between 1470 and 1570 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Yale University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Yale University is approximately $23,777 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Yale University?
4-year graduation rate data for Yale University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.
