
The College of the Atlantic's overall acceptance rate for the application year 2023 is 65%, with 446 applicants and 290 admitted. This rate marks an increase from 60.1% in 2022 and is slightly lower than the 75.8% acceptance rate seen in 2020. Over the past several years, acceptance rates have fluctuated, starting from 72% in 2019 and peaking at 75.8% in 2020 before experiencing a downward trend. The consistency in the acceptance rate during the last three years indicates a competitive yet accessible application process for prospective students.