University of Redlands Admission Requirements

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University of Redlands Admission Overview

University of Redlands admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year University of Redlands admitted 82.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.74 GPA (A-) and SAT 1107-1350 / ACT 21-28. University of Redlands 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

University of Redlands Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

82.7%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for University of Redlands

Acceptance Rate

The University of Redlands acceptance rate is 82.7%. Last year, 3,115 of 3,766 applicants were admitted. That is the 67th lowest acceptance rate in California.

Admission Selectivity

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

University of Redlands 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.

University of Redlands typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.74. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Redlands GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.74

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.74

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of Redlands 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. University of Redlands is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

32% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #25 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.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled University of Redlands freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 31.97% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.49% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 19.69% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 13.06% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 9.75% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 6.04% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of Redlands SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1107-1350

Freshmen who sent SAT

16%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 560
  • Math 547
  • Composite 1107
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Redlands

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 680
  • Math 670
  • Composite 1350
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Redlands

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of Redlands typically score around a 1230 SAT (middle 50% 1107–1350) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 80th percentile nationally. University of Redlands ranks #33 in the state of California for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1107 to 1350

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

University of Redlands 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 1230 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of Redlands
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1350+ Above 75th >90%
1230 to 1350 Avg + 83%-90%
1107 to 1230 Avg - 72%-83%
Below 1107 Below mid-50 <72%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Redlands ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

21-28

Freshmen reporting ACT

3%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 20
  • Math 23
  • Composite 21
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Redlands

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 32
  • Math 28
  • Composite 28
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Redlands

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of Redlands typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 21–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Redlands places #34 among colleges in California for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 28

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to University of Redlands without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of Redlands
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
28+ Above 75th >91%
24 to 28 Avg + 83%-91%
21 to 24 Avg - 74%-83%
Below 21 Below mid-50 <74%

How to read these figures

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Redlands admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,088 1,675 3,766
Accepted 1,778 1,334 3,115
Acceptance Rate 85% 80% 83%
Enrolled 271 223 494
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 17% 16%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

University of Redlands application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

283

Applicants have 283 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jul 1, 2027.

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Redlands
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

University of Redlands is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 82.7% 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 (1107-1350); 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=121691.

GPA calculator: University of Redlands GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026