Lists · 2026–27
Ivy League 2026–27: deadlines, fees and SAT for international students
The eight Ivy League universities side by side for 2026–27: Brown, Columbia, Cornell, Dartmouth, Harvard, Penn, Princeton and Yale. Each name links to the full page with every requirement and the official sources.
Updated September 25, 2026
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| University | First deadline | Acceptance rate | Intl fee | Tuition & fees | SAT/ACT | Letters |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University | Nov 1, 2026 · ED | 5.4% | $80 | $71,412 | Required | 2 teachers + counselor |
| Columbia University | Nov 1, 2026 · ED | 4% | $85 | $71,845 | Optional | 2 teachers + counselor |
| Cornell University | Nov 1, 2026 · ED | 8.8% | $85 | $69,314 | Required | 2 teachers + counselor |
| Dartmouth College | Nov 1, 2026 · ED | 5.4% | $85 | $68,268 | Required | 2 teachers + counselor |
| Harvard University | Nov 1, 2026 · REA | 3.6% | $95 | $61,676 | Required | 2 teachers + counselor |
| Princeton University | Nov 1, 2026 · REA | 4.6% | $85 | $62,688 | Optional | 2 teachers + counselor |
| University of Pennsylvania (Penn) | Nov 1, 2026 · ED | 5.4% | $75 | $68,686 | Required | 1 teacher + counselor |
| Yale University | Nov 1, 2026 · REA | 3.9% | $85 | $67,250 | Required | 2 teachers + counselor |
Built from each university's 2026–27 requirements as published on the Common App (updated September 25, 2026). Universities can change them during the season: confirm on the official page before you apply. Acceptance rates, international enrollment and costs come from the US Department of Education (IPEDS): fall 2024 admissions and enrollment, 2024–25 published tuition and fees. Download as CSV
Questions
When are Ivy League early deadlines for 2026–27?
Brown University (Early Decision, Nov 1), Columbia University (Early Decision, Nov 1), Cornell University (Early Decision, Nov 1), Dartmouth College (Early Decision, Nov 1), Harvard University (Restrictive Early Action, Nov 1), Princeton University (Restrictive Early Action, Nov 1), University of Pennsylvania (Early Decision, Nov 1) and Yale University (Restrictive Early Action, Nov 1).
How much does it cost to apply to all eight Ivy League universities?
$675 in application fees for an international applicant, before test score reports.
Do Ivy League universities require the SAT in 2026–27?
Brown University, Cornell University, Dartmouth College, Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania and Yale University list SAT/ACT scores as required for 2026–27. Check each testing page for international applicants.
Can I apply early to several Ivy League universities?
Only to one: Early Decision is binding, and Harvard University, Princeton University and Yale University use Restrictive Early Action, which forbids applying early to other private universities.