Greenville University Admission Requirements

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Greenville University Admission Overview

Greenville University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Greenville University admitted 97.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.23 GPA (B+) and SAT 771-1230 / ACT 16-28. Greenville 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

Greenville University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

97.5%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Greenville University

Acceptance Rate

The Greenville University acceptance rate is 97.5%. Last year, 1,713 of 1,757 applicants were admitted. That is the 55th lowest acceptance rate in Illinois.

Admission Selectivity

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

Greenville 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.

Greenville University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.23. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Greenville University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.23

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.23

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Greenville University typically have around a 3.23 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Greenville University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #45 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 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 Greenville University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 13.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 13.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 14.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 17.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 21.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 17.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 5.0% 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

Greenville University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

771-1230

Freshmen who sent SAT

13%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 406
  • Math 365
  • Composite 771
SAT 25th percentile scores for Greenville University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 615
  • Math 615
  • Composite 1230
SAT 75th percentile scores for Greenville University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Greenville University typically score around a 1000 SAT (middle 50% 771–1230) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 40th percentile nationally. Greenville University ranks #41 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 771 to 1230

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Greenville 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 1000 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 Greenville University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1230+ Above 75th >98%
1000 to 1230 Avg + 97%-98%
771 to 1000 Avg - 94%-97%
Below 771 Below mid-50 <94%

What do these figures mean?

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

Greenville University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

16-28

Freshmen reporting ACT

7%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 14
  • Math 16
  • Composite 16
ACT 25th percentile scores for Greenville University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 28
  • Math 26
  • Composite 28
ACT 75th percentile scores for Greenville University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Greenville University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 16–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Greenville University places #28 among colleges in Illinois for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 28

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 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 Greenville University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
28+ Above 75th >98%
22 to 28 Avg + 97%-98%
16 to 22 Avg - 94%-97%
Below 16 Below mid-50 <94%

How to read these figures

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Greenville University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 818 936 1,757
Accepted 803 910 1,713
Acceptance Rate 98% 97% 97%
Enrolled 99 156 255
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 17% 15%

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

Application Requirements

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

Greenville 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Greenville 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 Greenville 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

Greenville University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 97.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.23 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (771-1230); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=145372.

GPA calculator: Greenville University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026