Point U Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Point U is 24.2%.  Its admission rate is the 3rd lowest in Georgia and the 87th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Point U is a very highly competitive school to get into. You have a low chance of acceptance even if you meet the admission criteria. It's important that you meet their GPA requirements to get through the first round of consideration. Last year, only 570 out of the 2,355 who applied were admitted.

Point University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.41. 46% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Point U?

24% 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 Point University you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.41 or better
• Earn B+ grades in high school
• Score 980 on the SAT
• Score 18 on the ACT

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into Point University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Point U are to have around a 3.41 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

Meeting these GPA requirements alone is not enough for you to gain admission as Point U is a very selective school.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Point U is 3.41 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 #20 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Point U 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 3.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Point University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 8% of students submitted SAT scores and 10% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Point U is 980 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 850-1100. Students who get into Point University score in the top 85 percent of all SAT test takers..  Point U ranks #45 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 980 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Point U regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 850 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 850, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 720, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Point 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 980 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 975, you have around a 24% chance of being admitted. A 1100 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 37% 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 Point U?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Point U is 18, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 13 and 23.  The school ranks #42 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 18. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 13 and score in the score in the top 93 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 8.

10 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Point University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Point 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 Point U for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 18 score has around 24% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 37% with a 23 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 Point University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Point U is very highly competitive, you have a low likelihood of acceptance. It is important that you earn at least a 3.41 GPA to have a good shot at getting in. Additionally, you need to score a 980 on the SAT and optimally 1100 to place yourself in a strong position. For ACT scores, you need a 18 to have a competitive chance of getting in.