Tulane 2019 Acceptance Rate: Class of 2023
So, you’re thinking about applying to Tulane University, and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.
Test Type
With an acceptance rate of 13.15%, admission to Tulane is incredibly competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the top of your class with an SAT score of close to 1520, or an ACT score of around 34.
Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and you’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at Tulane admission statistics.
Tulane 2019 Admissions Statistics: Class of 2023
Tulane’s acceptance rate in 2019 was 13.15%. For students applying to the class of 2023, out of 41,253 applicants, Tulane admitted about 5,424. The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.51, the average ACT score was 32, and the average SAT score was 1460.
For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 31, and the 75th percentile score was 33.
For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1410. The 75th percentile score was 1510.
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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.
Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.
As we said, admission to Tulane is very competitive. Even if Tulane is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.
Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.
OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at Tulane’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.
Tulane 2020 Application Requirements: Class of 2024
To apply to Tulane, you’ll need to fill out the Common App or the Tulane Online Application, submit an ACT or SAT score, submit your high school transcript, and finally submit a counselor recommendation form. Everything should be submitted by November 1st for Early Action, and January 15th for Regular Decision.
Here’s a full list of application requirements:
- Fill out the Common App or the Tulane Online Application
- Submit an ACT score or SAT score
- Submit your high school transcript
- submit a counselor recommendation form
The application deadline is November 1st for Early Action and January 15th for Regular Decision.
Have you been admitted to Tulane? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.
Tulane 2019 Admitted Students Profile: Class of 2023
If you matriculate at Tulane, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.
Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:
- Roughly 60% are male and 40% are female
- 6% of students are international
Tulane has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:
- International: 6%
- Student of Color: 23.5
- White: 70.5%
What do these admitted students plan to study? Tulane offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:
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- Journalism
- Communication
- Business
Now, how are you going to pay for this?
Tulane Tuition Figures
At $67,114, Tulane’s cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $33,003.
Here’s a fuller look at Tulane tuition and financial aid in 2017:
- Total budget: $67,114
- Average financial aid package: $33,003
- The average student debt of a Tulane graduate is $31,642
Now, what is life like at Tulane? Let’s take a look.
Campus Location
Tulane’s main campus is located in the Uptown section of New Orleans, Louisiana.
The campus has a mix of architectural styles including Richardsonian Romanesque, Elizabethan, Italian Renaissance, and Mid-Century Modern, among contemporary structures. It is also well-known for its live oak trees.
Remember, you’re going to Tulane for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.
Tulane Academics
Tulane has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:
- African Studies
- Business Administration and Management
- Cognitive Psychology and Psycholinguistics
- Dance
- Evolutionary Biology
- Finance
- German Language and Literature
- Homeland Security
- Information Science/Studies
- Latin American Studies
- Marketing
- Music Theory and Composition
- Psychology
- Russian Studies
- Sociology
- Women’s Studies
Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at Tulane.
Student Life at Tulane
Tulane has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.
Here’s a sampling of Tulane’s student activities:
- 7 Elements at Tulane University
- Anime and Manga Society
- Biology Enthusiast’s Association of Students at Tulane
- Cookies and Code
- Dat Dance Crew
- Eye to Eye National
- Food Recovery Network Tulane
- Gender and Sexuality Advisory Council
- Her Campus Tulane
- Interfaith Organization for Tolerance and Acceptance
- Jazbaa Bollywood Dance Team
- Literary Society
- Meditation Club
- Newcomb Prison Project
- One Love Tulane
- Project Heal Tulane
- Roleplaying Club
Are you an athlete? Tulane’s got plenty of options for you.
Tulane Athletics
Tulane offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.
Tulane’s sports include:
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Cross-Country
- Track & Field
- Tennis
Who might you become with a Tulane degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:
Notable Alums
Tulane has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.
Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:
- Author John Kennedy Toole
- Journalist Andrew Breitbart
- Television host Jerry Springer
- Actress Lauren Hutton
- Political scientist Ian Bremmer
- Comedian Anthony Jeselnik
- Documentary filmmaker Les Blank
- Yahoo! co-founder David Filo
- Fashion designer Geoffrey Beene
- U.S. Representative Newt Gingrich
- National Organization for Women president Terry O’Neill
And this is only a partial list!
Remember!
Getting into Tulane is incredibly competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.
If you need to boost your GPA or test scores before application time rolls around, you should consider signing up for a course with Prep Expert. We offer one-on-one tutoring and classes, both in-person and online, at locations throughout the United States.
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Written by Dr. Shaan Patel MD MBA
Prep Expert Founder & CEO
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