Elmira College
Elmira, New York · Private
Elmira College admitted 91% of 2,109 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1116–1332 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 64% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Elmira College’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free. Elmira College asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Elmira College’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $53,072 a year. After grants, students paid $24,551 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Elmira College’s acceptance rate?
Elmira College admitted 91% of applicants: 1,915 of 2,109 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Elmira College’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular admission is rolling. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Elmira College?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1116 to 1332, with a median around 1239. A score at or above 1239 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Elmira College’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
What does Elmira College require?
Besides the application and transcript, Elmira College asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Does Elmira College have supplemental essays?
No. Elmira College has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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