Aurora University Admission Requirements
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Aurora University Admission Overview
Aurora University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Aurora University admitted 80.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.56 GPA (A-) and SAT 900-1150 / ACT 21-29. Aurora 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
Aurora University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Aurora University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for Aurora University
Acceptance Rate
The Aurora University acceptance rate is 80.9%. Last year, 4,353 of 5,384 applicants were admitted. That is the 35th lowest acceptance rate in Illinois.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Aurora University and can you get accepted?
Aurora 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.
Aurora University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.56. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Aurora University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.56Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.56
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Aurora University typically have around a 3.56 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. Aurora University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #17 in Illinois for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Aurora University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
900-1150Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
18%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 470
- Math 430
- Composite 900
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 580
- Math 570
- Composite 1150
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Aurora University typically score around a 1030 SAT (middle 50% 900–1150) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 45th percentile nationally. Aurora University ranks #36 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 900 to 1150
SAT policy
Aurora 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 1030 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Aurora University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
21-29Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
2%25th Percentile Scores
- English 22
- Math 22
- Composite 21
75th Percentile Scores
- English 32
- Math 27
- Composite 29
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Aurora University typically have around a 25 ACT (mid-50 21–29) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 78th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Aurora University places #17 among colleges in Illinois for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 29
ACT policy
You may apply to Aurora University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 25.0 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Aurora University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Aurora University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Aurora University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 80.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.56 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (900-1150); 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=143118.
GPA calculator: Aurora University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026