Azusa Pacific University Admission Requirements
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Azusa Pacific University Admission Overview
Azusa Pacific University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Azusa Pacific University admitted 88.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.74 GPA (A-) and SAT 983-1238 / ACT 25-30. Azusa Pacific University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Azusa Pacific University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Azusa Pacific University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for Azusa Pacific University
Acceptance Rate
The Azusa Pacific University acceptance rate is 88.4%. Last year, 3,010 of 3,404 applicants were admitted. That is the 75th lowest acceptance rate in California.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Azusa Pacific University and can you get accepted?
Azusa Pacific University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Azusa Pacific University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.74. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Azusa Pacific University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.74Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.74
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Azusa Pacific University typically have around a 3.74 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Azusa Pacific University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
40% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #23 in California for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Azusa Pacific University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
983-1238Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
3%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 515
- Math 468
- Composite 983
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 615
- Math 623
- Composite 1238
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Azusa Pacific University typically score around a 1110 SAT (middle 50% 983–1238) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 61st percentile nationally. Azusa Pacific University ranks #45 in the state of California for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 983 to 1238
SAT policy
Azusa Pacific University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1110 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Azusa Pacific University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
25-30Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
2%25th Percentile Scores
- English 25
- Math 23
- Composite 25
75th Percentile Scores
- English 34
- Math 28
- Composite 30
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Azusa Pacific University typically have around a 27 ACT (mid-50 25–30) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 85th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Azusa Pacific University places #25 among colleges in California for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 25 to 30
ACT policy
You may apply to Azusa Pacific University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 27.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Azusa Pacific University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jun 1, 2027Days left to Apply
274Applicants have 274 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jun 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Azusa Pacific University is $45.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Azusa Pacific University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 88.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.74 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (983-1238); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=109785.
GPA calculator: Azusa Pacific University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026