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Your chances of getting into Auburn University at Montgomery

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

92.2%
Admission Difficulty for Auburn University at Montgomery
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at AUM is 92.2%.  Its admission rate is the 20th lowest in Alabama.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into AUM and can you get accepted?

Auburn University at Montgomery is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,112 out of the 2,290 who applied were admitted.

Auburn University at Montgomery typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.4. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into AUM?

92% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Auburn University at Montgomery you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.4 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1100 on the SAT
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

AUM GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.4

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Auburn University at Montgomery?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into AUM are to have around a 3.4 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.4 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as AUM accepts 92% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at AUM is 3.4 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #15 in Alabama for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Auburn University at Montgomery students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 11.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 13.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 20.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 21.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 22.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 10.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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AUM SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1010-1190

Applicants Submitting SAT 

4%
SAT Scores for Auburn University at Montgomery
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 510
Math 25th Percentile 500
Composite 25th Percentile 1010
SAT Scores for Auburn University at Montgomery
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 615
Math 75th Percentile 575
Composite 75th Percentile 1190
Average SAT Score 1100

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Auburn University at Montgomery?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at AUM is 1100 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1010-1190. Students who get into Auburn University at Montgomery score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers..  AUM ranks #11 in the state of Alabama for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1100 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. AUM regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1010 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1010, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 920, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 4 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1100 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1100, you have around a 92% chance of being admitted. A 1190 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 96% chance of getting in.

Auburn University at Montgomery admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1190 and Above Good >96%
1100 to 1190 Avg + 92%-96%
1010 to 1100 Avg - 86%-92%
920 to 1010 Reach 76%-86%
Less than 920 Low <76%
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AUM ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

18-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

75%
ACT Scores for Auburn University at Montgomery
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 17
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 18
ACT Scores for Auburn University at Montgomery
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 24
Math 75th Percentile 23
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into AUM?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to AUM is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 25.  The school ranks #10 in Alabama for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 75 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Auburn University at Montgomery.

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into AUM for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 92% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 96% with a 25 ACT score.

Auburn University at Montgomery admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >96%
21 to 25 Avg + 92%-96%
18 to 21 Avg - 87%-92%
15 to 18 Reach 79%-87%
Less than 15 Low <79%
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High School Class Rank

82% of Auburn University at Montgomery freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 50% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Auburn University at Montgomery students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 16%
Top 25% of class 50%
Top 50% of class 82%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Auburn University at Montgomery admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,600 689 2,290
Accepted 1,475 636 2,112
Acceptance Rate 92% 92% 92%
Enrolled 274 133 407
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 19% 21% 19%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

267

Applicants have 267 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Auburn University at Montgomery is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Auburn University at Montgomery and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Auburn University at Montgomery Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Auburn University at Montgomery
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Auburn University at Montgomery is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.4 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1100 and ACT of 21 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=100830 IPEDS survey data for Auburn University at Montgomery.

Last updated February 24, 2024