United States · Los Angeles, CA
Occidental College
Urban LAC in LA with strong politics.
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Admission at Occidental College
Occidental College admits about 37% of applicants, which makes it selective. Admission is holistic: four years of transcript and course rigor first, then essays and activities, then recommendations and test scores. Grades and rigor carry most of the decision; well-written essays and a clear intended major help at the margin.
GCC applicants: international curricula (IB, American Diploma with APs, A-levels) are read in their own terms. English proficiency tests are usually waived for English-medium schools; check the university's waiver rule. Saudi students on a Ministry scholarship should confirm the programme is on the approved list before applying Early Decision.
Occidental College supplemental essays, 2026-27
- Why Occidental? (optional)250 words
Why are you applying to Occidental? Why do you think Occidental is the right place for you to pursue your interests?
Every US applicant also writes the Common App personal statement: 650 words, seven prompts. Admitify's coach reads drafts line by line and never writes for the student.
Strong for
Liberal Arts · Politics / IR · Media / Comms
Data verified September 2026. Universities change requirements each cycle; confirm on oxy.edu before you apply. Spotted a change? Tell us.