Occidental College

Los Angeles, CA · Private nonprofit · 4-year · Niche: A-

Occidental College is a private nonprofit 4-year institution located in Los Angeles, CA. It has a 39.9% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1520 and median ACT of 34. The average net price is $38,263. Occidental College is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.

Admissions Statistics

Acceptance Rate

39.9%

6,573 applicants

SAT Median

1520

Combined score

ACT Median

34

Composite score

Avg Net Price

$38,263

After financial aid

Student Outcomes

Graduation Rate

83.0%

Retention Rate

89.8%

Median Earnings (10yr)

$75,951

Student Body

1,877

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at Occidental College:

Family IncomeAvg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000$20,705
$30,001 – $48,000$17,655
$48,001 – $75,000$21,468
$75,001 – $110,000$28,033
$110,000+$54,959

Top Majors at Occidental College

MajorDegrees Awarded
Social Sciences92
Visual & Performing Arts60
Biological & Biomedical Sciences51
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies34
Psychology31
Computer & Information Sciences26
Foreign Languages & Linguistics19
English Language & Literature15
Natural Resources & Conservation13
Area, Ethnic & Gender Studies11

Financial Aid at Occidental College

About Occidental College

Official website: https://www.oxy.edu/

Admissions: https://www.oxy.edu/admission-aid

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