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Piedmont College Admission Requirements

Demorest, Georgia

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Your chances of getting into Piedmont College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

64.4%
Admission Difficulty for Piedmont College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Piedmont College is 64.4%.  Its admission rate is the 21st lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

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

Piedmont College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,500 out of the 2,331 who applied were admitted.

Piedmont College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Piedmont College?

64% 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 Piedmont College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.54 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1100 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Piedmont College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.54

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Piedmont College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Piedmont College are to have around a 3.54 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 Piedmont College accepts 64% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Piedmont College is 3.54 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 #12 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Piedmont 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 3.5 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 Piedmont College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 5.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 28.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 26.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 22.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 13.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 5.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% 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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Piedmont College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Piedmont College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 27% of students submitted SAT scores and 16% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

990-1200

Applicants Submitting SAT 

27%
SAT Scores for Piedmont College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 510
Math 25th Percentile 480
Composite 25th Percentile 990
SAT Scores for Piedmont College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 610
Math 75th Percentile 590
Composite 75th Percentile 1200
Average SAT Score 1100

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Piedmont College is 1100 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 990-1200. Students who get into Piedmont College score in the top 62 percent of all SAT test takers..  Piedmont College ranks #21 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1100 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Piedmont College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 990 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 990, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 880, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Piedmont 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 1100 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 1095, you have around a 64% chance of being admitted. A 1200 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 77% chance of getting in.

Piedmont College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1200 and Above Good >77%
1095 to 1200 Avg + 64%-77%
990 to 1095 Avg - 48%-64%
885 to 990 Reach 33%-48%
Less than 885 Low <33%
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Piedmont College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

16%
ACT Scores for Piedmont College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 17
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Piedmont College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 24
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Piedmont College is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 25.  The school ranks #18 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

16 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Piedmont College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Piedmont 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 Piedmont College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 64% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 77% with a 25 ACT score.

Piedmont College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >77%
22 to 25 Avg + 64%-77%
19 to 22 Avg - 48%-64%
16 to 19 Reach 33%-48%
Less than 16 Low <33%
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High School Class Rank

81% of Piedmont College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 39% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Piedmont College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 13%
Top 25% of class 39%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Piedmont College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,474 856 2,331
Accepted 976 524 1,500
Acceptance Rate 66% 61% 64%
Enrolled 196 105 301
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 20% 20%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

236

Applicants have 236 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jul 15, 2025.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Piedmont 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 Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Piedmont College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Piedmont College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.54 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1100 on the SAT and 22 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=140818 IPEDS survey data for Piedmont College.

Last updated February 24, 2024