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Occidental College

Los Angeles, CA • private • CSS Profile • III | Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conf.
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Acceptance
39.9%
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Grad Rate
85%
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Cost
$86,180

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Urban
Student Population
Undergrad: 1,968 • Total: 1,968
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
1600 Campus Rd
Los Angeles, CA
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Website
www.oxy.edu
Region
West
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 802 (40.8%) • Female: 1,166 (59.2%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 259 13.2%
Black/African American 82 4.2%
Hispanic/Latino 337 17.1%
White 936 47.6%
Two or More Races 219 11.1%
International 88 4.5%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
39.9%
2,622 admitted from 6,573 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
✓ Test Optional
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 690-750
Math: 670-750
Total: 1360-1500
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
31-34
Application Types Offered
ED I ED II RD
Application Requirements
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Financial Aid Forms
CSS Profile Required
Deadlines
ED I: 11/15/2025
ED II: 01/10/2026
RD: 01/10/2026
Special Notes
ED is binding

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
85.1%
4-Year Graduation Rate
71.8%
Freshman Retention Rate
87.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
9.9:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$86,180
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $65,678
Room & Board
$19,252
Books & Supplies
$1,250
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $20,705
$30,001-48,000 $17,655
$48,001-75,000 $21,468
$75,001-110,000 $28,033
$110,001+ $54,959
Students Receiving Pell Grants
75%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$47,113

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
III
Conference
Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conf.
Men's Sports (8)
Baseball Basketball Golf Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Water Polo
Women's Sports (10)
Basketball Golf Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball Water Polo
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💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.0 GPA
In-State Awards
$2,000-$50,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$2,000-$40,000/yr
2 automatic scholarships (13 total)
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Common questions about Occidental College

What is Occidental College's acceptance rate?
Occidental College accepts 40% of applicants, from 6,573 applications.
How much does Occidental College cost?
Tuition and fees are $65,678. Families earning under $30,000 pay $20,705 on average after aid.
Does Occidental College require SAT or ACT scores?
Occidental College does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What ACT score do you need for Occidental College?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 31 and 34 on the ACT.
What is Occidental College's graduation rate?
85% of students graduate within six years.