Auburn University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Auburn University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

43.7%

Admission Difficulty for Auburn University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Difficult
Applicant Competition		Average

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Auburn is 43.7%. Its admission rate is the 2nd lowest in Alabama and the 184th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Auburn is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 19,988 out of the 45,693 who applied were admitted.

Auburn University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.97. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 27% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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44% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

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

Have a high school GPA of 3.97 or better
Earn A- grades in high school
Score 1300 on the SAT
Score 27 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Auburn GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.97

Typical High School Grades

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Auburn University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Auburn are to have around a 3.97 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Auburn will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Auburn is 3.97 on the 4.0 scale. 51% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #1 in Alabama for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Auburn is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 4.0 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 students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	51.1%	Avg +
3.75 to 3.99	21.2%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	16.2%	Reach
3.25 to 3.49	7.1%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	3.6%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	0.7%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	0.1%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Reach
less than 1.00	0%	Reach

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Auburn SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Auburn University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 17% of students submitted SAT scores and 86% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1220-1380

Applicants Submitting SAT

17%

SAT Scores for Auburn University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	610
Math 25th Percentile	610
Composite 25th Percentile	1220

SAT Scores for Auburn University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	680
Math 75th Percentile	700
Composite 75th Percentile	1380
Average SAT Score	1300

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Auburn is 1300 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1220-1380. Students who get into Auburn University score in the top 22 percent of all SAT test takers.. Auburn ranks #3 in the state of Alabama and #183 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1300 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Auburn regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1220 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1220, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1140, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Auburn University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1300 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 1300, you have around a 44% chance of being admitted. A 1380 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 60% chance of getting in.

Auburn University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1380 and Above	Good	>60%
1300 to 1380	Avg +	44%-60%
1220 to 1300	Avg -	29%-44%
1140 to 1220	Reach	18%-29%
Less than 1140	Low	<18%

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Auburn ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

24-30

Applicants Submitting ACT

86%

ACT Scores for Auburn University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	24
Math 25th Percentile	22
Composite 25th Percentile	24

ACT Scores for Auburn University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	33
Math 75th Percentile	28
Composite 75th Percentile	30
Average ACT Score	27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Auburn is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 30. The school ranks #3 in Alabama and #249 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 24 and score in the score in the top 27 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 21.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 86 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Auburn University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Auburn University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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 Auburn for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 44% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 60% with a 30 ACT score.

Auburn University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
30 and Above	Good	>60%
27 to 30	Avg +	44%-60%
24 to 27	Avg -	29%-44%
21 to 24	Reach	18%-29%
Less than 21	Low	<18%

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High School Class Rank

62% of Auburn University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 31% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Auburn University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	31%
Top 25% of class	62%
Top 50% of class	90%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Auburn University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	27,145	18,548	45,693
Accepted	11,727	8,261	19,988
Acceptance Rate	43%	45%	44%
Enrolled	2,822	2,481	5,303
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	24%	30%	27%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

Applicants have 72 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Auburn University is $50.

Application Requirements

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

Auburn University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
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	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

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

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Auburn is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.97 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1300 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1380 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 27 on the ACT places you in a strong position.