Hobart and William Smith Colleges: what international applicants need

What are Hobart and William Smith Colleges's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Hobart and William Smith Colleges has 4 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 15, 2026, Early Action on November 15, 2026, Early Decision II on January 15, 2027, and Regular Decision on February 1, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Hobart and William Smith Colleges's acceptance rate?

64% for students who started in fall 2024: Hobart and William Smith Colleges admitted 3,778 of its 5,904 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Hobart and William Smith Colleges require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Hobart and William Smith Colleges is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 15, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (February 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for Hobart and William Smith Colleges?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 580–685 in Math and 610–700 in Reading and Writing (22% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 28–32.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is Hobart and William Smith Colleges's application fee for international students?

Hobart and William Smith Colleges charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Hobart and William Smith Colleges accept?

Hobart and William Smith Colleges lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does Hobart and William Smith Colleges accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests Hobart and William Smith Colleges accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does Hobart and William Smith Colleges require?

Hobart and William Smith Colleges requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• It also asks for a mid-year report with your first-semester senior grades.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Hobart and William Smith Colleges require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. Hobart and William Smith Colleges requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does Hobart and William Smith Colleges have?

107 of Hobart and William Smith Colleges's 1,794 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 6%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Hobart and William Smith Colleges cost for international students?

Hobart and William Smith Colleges's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $65,117, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $17,768. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $85,685 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Hobart and William Smith Colleges give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2024-25, Hobart and William Smith Colleges gave institutional scholarships or grants to 113 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2024-25 Source