Pace University admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024 (22,798 of 30,030, federal IPEDS data). The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1180–1340.
The numbers
Applied
30,030
fall 2024
ACT, middle 50%
24–29
enrolled first-years
Accept their offer
8.1%
of admitted students enroll
Application fee
$50
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Can I get into Pace University?
76% of applicants get in
Most applicants with solid grades get in. The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent scores had 1180–1340 on the SAT.
Likely: even the low end of our estimate is 60% or more, and the college admits at least 25% of applicants. Target: our estimate is 30% or more. Reach: our estimate is under 30%, or the college admits under 15%. Long shot: our estimate is under 12%, or the college admits under 12%. Estimates use the college's admit rate and score range plus your grades and scores. They are not a promise.
30,030 applied, 22,798 admitted, fall 2024 (IPEDS).
Does Pace University need the SAT or ACT?Not checked yet
Not sure yet
We haven't checked Pace University's fall 2027 rule yet. Pace University didn't require scores for fall 2024 (federal data). We haven't checked fall 2027 yet, so confirm on its site.
Early decision is offered for fall 2027. It's binding: if you get in, you go.
Early action is offered: you hear sooner and don't have to commit.
Closed
Early decisionBinding
Was due Nov 1, 2026
6days
Early action
Due Sunday, Nov 15, 2026
98days
Regular decision
Due Monday, Feb 15, 2027
Questions people ask
What is Pace University's acceptance rate?
Pace University admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024 (22,798 of 30,030, federal IPEDS data).
What SAT score do you need for Pace University?
The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1180–1340. A quarter of them scored higher and a quarter lower, so it's a typical range, not a cutoff (IPEDS, fall 2024).
Where these numbers come from
Admit rate and applicants: IPEDS, fall 2024 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
Cost, pay and debt: College Scorecard, 2024-25 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
Deadlines: pace.edu, 2026-27 (checked Nov 8, 2026)
