Princeton University
Princeton is an Ivy League research university. For the current cycle, Princeton remains test-optional. Its Single-Choice Early Action policy restricts other private early applications to ensure it remains a student's top choice.
Important Policy Warning
Princeton SCEA prohibits applying to other private early programs in the US.
Key Dates
Application Deadline
November 1, 2025
Decision Notification
December 11, 2025
Decisions released online
Restriction Rule
You may not apply to an early program at any other private college or university in the US, but are permitted to apply to public institutions or international schools.
Application Compatibility
What you can and cannot apply to while holding a SCEA application at Princeton University:
| Application Type | Allowed? |
|---|---|
| Public university Early Action | ✓ Yes |
| Private university Early Action | ✗ No |
| Binding Early Decision (ED) | ✗ No |
| International Early Action programs | ✓ Yes |
| Scholarship-required Early Action | ✓ Yes |
Allowed Exceptions
The following application types are explicitly permitted alongside your SCEA application:
- ✓Non-binding public EA
- ✓Scholarship-required deadlines
Admission Statistics
Overall Acceptance Rate
4%
SCEA Admit Rate
11%
Total Applicants
38,000
SAT Range (Mid-50%)
1500–1580
Avg SAT Score
1500-1580
Avg ACT Score
33-35
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Princeton University's SCEA program binding?
No. Princeton University's SCEA program is non-binding. If admitted, you have until May 1st to make your final enrollment decision, giving you time to compare financial aid offers from Regular Decision schools.
Can I apply to public universities Early Action alongside SCEA?
Yes. Princeton University's SCEA policy allows you to submit Early Action applications to public universities. This is a common strategy to secure an early acceptance while awaiting your SCEA decision.
Can I apply Early Action to other private schools?
No. Princeton University's SCEA policy prohibits applying to other private colleges under any early plan. Violating this restriction could jeopardize your application. Use the SCEA Compatibility Checker to verify your full list.
When will Princeton University release SCEA decisions?
Princeton University typically releases SCEA decisions around December 11, 2025. Decisions are released online through the applicant portal.
Verify your school list
Make sure your other early applications are compatible with your Princeton University SCEA application.
Open the SCEA Compatibility Checker