Soka University of America Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Soka University of America is 56.6%.  Its admission rate is the 38th lowest in California.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Soka University of America and can you get accepted?

Soka University of America is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 282 out of the 498 who applied were admitted.

Soka University of America typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.7. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 46% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Soka University of America?

57% 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 Soka University of America you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.7 or better
• Earn A- grades in high school
• Score 1340 on the SAT
• Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into Soka University of America?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Soka University of America are to have around a 3.7 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Soka University of America accepts 57% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Soka University of America is 3.7 on the 4.0 scale. 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 #29 in California for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Soka University of America 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 3.7 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.

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Soka University of America. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 38% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Soka University of America?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Soka University of America is 1340 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1240-1440. Students who get into Soka University of America score in the top 19 percent of all SAT test takers..  Soka University of America ranks #18 in the state of California and #142 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1340 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Soka University of America regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1240 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1240, 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

Soka University of America 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 1340 SAT score range.

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 1340, you have around a 57% chance of being admitted. A 1440 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 72% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

High School Class Rank

67% of Soka University of America freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.

Admission Statistics

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

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Soka University of America is $45.

Application Requirements

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

Credits Accepted