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Agnes Scott College Admission Requirements

Decatur, Georgia

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Your chances of getting into Agnes Scott College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

66.5%
Admission Difficulty for Agnes Scott College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Agnes Scott College is 66.5%.  Its admission rate is the 25th lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Agnes Scott College and can you get accepted?

Agnes Scott College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,250 out of the 1,879 who applied were admitted.

Agnes Scott College typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.77. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Agnes Scott College?

67% 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.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Agnes Scott College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.77 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1240 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Agnes Scott College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.77

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Agnes Scott College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Agnes Scott College are to have around a 3.77 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Agnes Scott College accepts 67% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Agnes Scott College is 3.77 on the 4.0 scale. 37% 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 #6 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Agnes Scott College 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 3.8 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 Agnes Scott College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 36.7% Good
3.75 to 3.99 29.4% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 16.3% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 10.2% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 5.4% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 2.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Agnes Scott College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Agnes Scott College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 33% of students submitted SAT scores and 23% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1130-1350

Applicants Submitting SAT 

33%
SAT Scores for Agnes Scott College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 590
Math 25th Percentile 540
Composite 25th Percentile 1130
SAT Scores for Agnes Scott College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 700
Math 75th Percentile 650
Composite 75th Percentile 1350
Average SAT Score 1240

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Agnes Scott College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Agnes Scott College is 1240 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1130-1350. Students who get into Agnes Scott College score in the top 36 percent of all SAT test takers..  Agnes Scott College ranks #6 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1240 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Agnes Scott College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1130 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1130, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1020, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Agnes Scott College 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 1240 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 1240, you have around a 67% chance of being admitted. A 1350 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Agnes Scott College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1350 and Above Good >79%
1240 to 1350 Avg + 67%-79%
1130 to 1240 Avg - 52%-67%
1020 to 1130 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 1020 Low <36%
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Agnes Scott College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

24-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

23%
ACT Scores for Agnes Scott College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile 24
ACT Scores for Agnes Scott College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Agnes Scott College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Agnes Scott College is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 24 and 31.  The school ranks #6 in Georgia 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 20.

23 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Agnes Scott College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Agnes Scott College 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 Agnes Scott College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 67% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 81% with a 31 ACT score.

Agnes Scott College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >81%
27 to 31 Avg + 67%-81%
24 to 27 Avg - 54%-67%
21 to 24 Reach 40%-54%
Less than 21 Low <40%
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High School Class Rank

67% of Agnes Scott College freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 33% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Agnes Scott College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 33.1%
Top 25% of class 66.9%
Top 50% of class 88%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Agnes Scott College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,870 0 1,879
Accepted 1,245 0 1,250
Acceptance Rate 67% NaN 67%
Enrolled 274 0 276
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 22% NaN 22%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

127

Applicants have 127 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on May 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Agnes Scott College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Agnes Scott College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Agnes Scott College 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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Agnes Scott College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Agnes Scott College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.77 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1240 on the SAT and 27 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=138600 IPEDS survey data for Agnes Scott College.

Last updated February 24, 2024