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Occidental College

Los Angeles, CAPrivate1,877 undergradsCommon App
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Acceptance rate
44.2%
SAT middle 50%
1380–1520
ACT middle 50%
31–34
Next deadline
Jan 10
Application fee
$0

✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 1, 2026 Early Decision Binding Closed
Nov 1, 2026 Early Action Non-binding Closed
Jan 10, 2027 Early Decision II Binding 62 days left
Jan 10, 2027 Regular Decision Non-binding 62 days left
“Early Decision is a binding option for students who know Oxy is their first choice.”
Source: admission.oxy.edu · checked Nov 1, 2026 · How we check

Application Common App, Coalition App
Testing Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays 1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee No application fee

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Tuition & fees
$68,704
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$79,660
6-year graduation
79%
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