Pratt Institute

If you are applying to Pratt Institute, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is January 5 and the fee for the application costs $50.

Students who submit their applications to Pratt Institute for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than April 1.

Pratt Institute Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Pratt Institute's admissions stats.

Pratt Institute 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.9
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Waitlist	Yes

Pratt Institute Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Pratt Institute.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 22
Regular Decision	Yes	January 1	April 1

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Applying Early to Pratt Institute?

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Pratt Institute does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Pratt Institute will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 22.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Pratt Institute Admissions

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Transferring to Pratt Institute

It is very difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Pratt Institute

In 2022, Pratt Institute waitlisted 2,210 students and 2,130 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 590 eventually got off the waitlist.

What Does Pratt Institute Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Pratt Institute

What does Pratt Institute consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Application Essay	Important
State Residency	Important
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Pratt Institute for more information on admission factors.

Pratt Institute 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Pratt Institute, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Pratt Institute's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		3
Interview
Other Requirements			√	portfolio
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Pratt Institute?

Students admitted to Pratt Institute have an average unweighted GPA of 3.9.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Pratt Institute does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Pratt Institute does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Pratt Institute

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Pratt Institute.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is February 1. Applicants should hear back by April 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Pratt Institute during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Pratt Institute Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Pratt Institute?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Pratt Institute.

Does Pratt Institute accept transfer credits?

✅ Pratt Institute accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Pratt Institute accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Pratt Institute accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Pratt Institute accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Pratt Institute?

✅ Pratt Institute is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is Pratt Institute's acceptance rate?

✅ Pratt Institute has an acceptance rate of 62%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Pratt Institute?

❌ Pratt Institute does not offer early decision.

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