Piedmont University Admission Requirements

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Piedmont University Admission Overview

Piedmont University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Piedmont University admitted 93.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.54 GPA (A-) and SAT 1038-1245 / ACT 18-25. Piedmont University 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

Piedmont University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

93.3%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Piedmont University

Acceptance Rate

The Piedmont University acceptance rate is 93.3%. Last year, 1,651 of 1,770 applicants were admitted. That is the 40th lowest acceptance rate in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

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

Piedmont University 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.

Piedmont University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Piedmont University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.54

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.54

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Piedmont University typically have around a 3.54 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. Piedmont University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #12 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 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 Piedmont University freshmen
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 figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Piedmont University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1038-1245

Freshmen who sent SAT

25%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 528
  • Math 510
  • Composite 1038
SAT 25th percentile scores for Piedmont University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 625
  • Math 620
  • Composite 1245
SAT 75th percentile scores for Piedmont University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Piedmont University typically score around a 1140 SAT (middle 50% 1038–1245) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 66th percentile nationally. Piedmont University ranks #12 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1038 to 1245

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Piedmont University 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 1140 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 Piedmont University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1245+ Above 75th >96%
1140 to 1245 Avg + 93%-96%
1038 to 1140 Avg - 88%-93%
Below 1038 Below mid-50 <88%

What do these figures mean?

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

Piedmont University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-25

Freshmen reporting ACT

10%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 18
  • Composite 18
ACT 25th percentile scores for Piedmont University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 26
  • Composite 25
ACT 75th percentile scores for Piedmont University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Piedmont University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 18–25) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Piedmont University places #19 among colleges in Georgia for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 25

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 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 Piedmont University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
25+ Above 75th >97%
21 to 25 Avg + 93%-97%
18 to 21 Avg - 88%-93%
Below 18 Below mid-50 <88%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

81% of Piedmont University 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 University 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

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.

Piedmont University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,126 644 1,770
Accepted 1,054 597 1,651
Acceptance Rate 94% 93% 93%
Enrolled 135 106 241
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 13% 18% 15%

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

Application Requirements

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

Piedmont University 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 considered for admission, even 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 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

318

Applicants have 318 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jul 15, 2027.

Application Fee

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

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Piedmont University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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

Admission summary

Piedmont University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 93.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.54 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1038-1245); 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=140818.

GPA calculator: Piedmont University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026