AMU Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at AMU is 44.2%.  Its admission rate is the 12th lowest in Florida and the 191st lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

AMU is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,505 out of the 3,404 who applied were admitted.

Ave Maria University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.6. 24% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into AMU?

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 Ave Maria University you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.6 or better
• Earn B+ grades in high school
• Score 1130 on the SAT
• Score 24 on the ACT

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into Ave Maria University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into AMU are to have around a 3.6 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

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

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at AMU is 3.6 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 #21 in Florida for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since AMU 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 3.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Ave Maria University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at AMU is 1130 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1018-1240. Students who get into Ave Maria University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  AMU ranks #21 in the state of Florida for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1130 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. AMU regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1018 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1018, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 910, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Ave Maria 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 1130 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 1129, you have around a 44% chance of being admitted. A 1240 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 60% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to AMU is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 21 and 28.  The school ranks #18 in Florida for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 21 and score in the score in the top 43 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 18.

0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Ave Maria University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Ave Maria 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

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into AMU for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 44% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 62% with a 28 ACT score.

Admission Statistics

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Ave Maria University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because AMU is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.6 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1130 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1240 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 24 on the ACT places you in a strong position.