Pace University
New York, New York · Private
Pace University admitted 77% of 28,469 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1130–1328 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 61% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Pace University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early decision
- November 1, 2026
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 15, 2027
The application fee is $50, and Pace University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Pace University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a counselor recommendation.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Pace University’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 $76,066 a year. After grants, students paid $34,299 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Pace University’s acceptance rate?
Pace University admitted 77% of applicants: 21,961 of 28,469 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Pace University’s early decision deadline?
For 2026–27, early decision is due November 1, 2026, early action is due November 15, 2026, and regular decision is due February 15, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Pace University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1130 to 1328, with a median around 1220. A score at or above 1220 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Pace University’s application fee?
The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Pace University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Pace University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Pace University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a counselor recommendation.
Does Pace University have supplemental essays?
No. Pace University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.
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