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The Juilliard School admitted student profile
- Acceptance rate: 9.2%
The Juilliard School is one of the most selective schools in the country. Even applicants with perfect stats are more likely to be denied than admitted, so treat it as a reach no matter how strong your profile is.
What you need to get into The Juilliard School
Compare your GPA and scores to The Juilliard School's admitted students, then focus on the parts of your application you can still improve. Numbers get you into contention; essays, rigor, and activities decide it.
Is The Juilliard School a reach, target, or safety for you?
Run your numbers through the calculator above and it will tell you. As a rule: if your stats sit above The Juilliard School's range and it is not highly selective, it is a safety. If you are in range, it is a target. If you are below range, or the school admits fewer than one in four applicants, it is a reach for almost everyone. A smart college list balances all three, so pair The Juilliard School with schools in each tier.
Want the full picture? See how to actually get into The Juilliard School, or run the all-school acceptance calculator to build a balanced list.
Frequently asked questions
What are the chances of getting into The Juilliard School?
The Juilliard School has a 9.2% acceptance rate, but that is an average across all applicants, not your personal odds. Your real chances depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to admitted students, plus your essays, rigor, and activities. Use the calculator above to estimate your odds from your own profile.
Is The Juilliard School a reach, target, or safety school?
It depends on your profile. If your stats are above The Juilliard School's admitted range and its acceptance rate is high, it is a safety. If you are in range, it is a target. If you are below range, or the school is highly selective, it is a reach. The calculator above tells you which, based on your numbers.