About the Acceptance Rate Calculator
This tool calculates the percentage of applicants who are accepted into a program, university, or job. It effectively measures selectivity.
Formula
The acceptance rate formula is straightforward:
Acceptance Rate = (Accepted Applicants / Total Applicants) × 100%
Examples of Acceptance Rates
- Harvard University: Typically around 3–4%.
- Stanford University: Often under 4%.
- Public Universities: Range widely from 20% to 80%+.
- Jobs: Highly competitive corporate roles can have rates below 1%.
What is a good acceptance rate?
There is no single "good" rate. For institutions, a lower rate often signals prestige and high demand. For applicants, finding programs with broader acceptance rates (50%+) generally increases the likelihood of admission.