Sweet Briar College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Sweet Briar, Virginia with 443 undergraduates. It admits 76% of applicants, costs an average of $21,856 a year after grants and graduates 57% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Sweet Briar College acceptance rate and admissions
Sweet Briar College admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 560 to 670, math 540 to 640). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Sweet Briar College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early decision | Nov 1, 2026 (passed) |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Sweet Briar College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Sweet Briar College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $27,680 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $15,760 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $45,462 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $21,856 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $21,856 a year after grants and scholarships, $23,606 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Sweet Briar College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Sweet Briar College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $54,986 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 43% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Sweet Briar College majors and what graduates earn
Sweet Briar College awarded bachelor's degrees in 17 fields recently.
All 17 majors at Sweet Briar College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biology | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business | 12 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Engineering Science | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Mathematics | 9 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| History | 8 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Fine and studio arts | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Environmental science | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Archeology | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Political science | 6 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Art and design, general | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Economics | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Chemistry | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Philosophy | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Sweet Briar College
1 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 1 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 443 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 100% women, 0% men
- 9 students for every faculty member
- Setting: rural, near a city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Sweet Briar College?
Sweet Briar College admitted 76% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Sweet Briar College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $27,680. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $21,856 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Sweet Briar College?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 560 to 670 in reading and writing and 540 to 640 in math. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Sweet Briar College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Sweet Briar College reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Sweet Briar College?
57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Sweet Briar College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $54,986 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.