Scripps College

Claremont, CA · Private · 1,113 undergrads

• Admit rate: 38.3% (3,082 applicants)
• SAT middle 50%: 1440–1540 (ACT 31–34)
• Undergraduates: 1,113 (4.3% international)
• Average net price: $36,294 (per year after aid)
• Graduation rate: 83% (within 6 years)

Deadlines

• Early Decision: Nov. 15, 2026
• Early Decision II: Jan. 8, 2027
• Regular Decision: Jan. 8, 2027

Editor's notes

• Your essay carries real weight here. Scripps's CDS rates the application essay very important, alongside rigor, GPA and character, while activities, talent and test scores are only considered. With no Scripps-specific prompt posted, your Common App essay does a lot of the work. Spend your revision time there.
• ED is worth a hard look if Scripps is your first choice. In fall 2025, Scripps admitted 141 of 275 ED applicants. It's binding and admission is need-aware, so run the net price numbers and get your CSS Profile and IDOC documents in by Nov. 15 with your ED I application.
• Take the interview. It's optional, the CDS says it's considered, and it closes early: request one by Nov. 1 for ED I or Dec. 16 for ED II and RD.

Sources

1. Scripps College Admission, Dates and deadlines
2. Scripps College Admission, First-year applicants
3. Scripps College Common Data Set 2025-2026
4. Scripps College Admission, Interview with Scripps
5. Scripps College Financial Aid, Information for prospective students
6. Scripps College Admission, FAQs
7. Common App, 2026-27 first-year requirements grid