Methodist College Admission Requirements

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Methodist College Admission Overview

Methodist College admission requirements are highly competitive, with one of the lowest admission rates in Illinois. Last year Methodist College admitted 38.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.95 GPA (B) and SAT 800-1160. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

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

Methodist College Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

38.9%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

High

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Admission difficulty for Methodist College

Acceptance Rate

The Methodist College acceptance rate is 38.9%. Last year, 7 of 18 applicants were admitted. That is the 5th lowest acceptance rate in Illinois and the 153rd lowest in the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Methodist College is a highly competitive school to get into, admitting fewer than half of applicants. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Methodist College typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.95. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. Of those admitted, 57% enrolled. That suggests Methodist College is a top choice for many students who are offered a place.

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

Methodist College GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

2.95

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.95

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Methodist College typically have around a 2.95 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have slightly below average high school grades.

The school ranks #56 in Illinois for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 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 Methodist College freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 0% Good
3.25 to 3.49 0% Good
3.00 to 3.24 50.0% Avg +
2.50 to 2.99 50.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 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

Methodist College Test Policy

Test Submission Requirements

Methodist College requires official SAT or ACT scores from undergraduate applicants who have earned fewer than 30 college-level credits. Admission review uses a high school GPA of at least 2.5 and a minimum ACT of 19 or SAT of 980. Students who already have 30 or more college-level credits do not have to send SAT or ACT scores.

Cycle: 2026-27. Source: https://www.methodistcol.edu/prospective-admission-requirements.aspx

Methodist College SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

800-1160

Freshmen who sent SAT

50%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 410
  • Math 390
  • Composite 800
SAT 25th percentile scores for Methodist College

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 600
  • Math 560
  • Composite 1160
SAT 75th percentile scores for Methodist College

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Methodist College typically score around a 980 SAT (middle 50% 800–1160) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 36th percentile nationally. Methodist College ranks #46 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 800 to 1160

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

You must send SAT or ACT for 2026-27. Confirm current rules on the school's site.

View other colleges which accept students in the 980 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Methodist College
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1160+ Above 75th >55%
980 to 1160 Avg + 39%-55%
800 to 980 Avg - 25%-39%
Below 800 Below mid-50 <25%

What do these figures mean?

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

Methodist College ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen reporting ACT

-

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for Methodist College

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Methodist College

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

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and SAT or ACT compare with last year's enrolled class. This is not a personal probability of admission.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Methodist College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 16 2 18
Accepted 6 1 7
Acceptance Rate 38% 50% 39%
Enrolled 4 0 4
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 67% 0% 57%

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

Application Requirements

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

Methodist College application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Test scores: school admissions site, 2026-27. Other fields: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 23, 2027

Days left to Apply

326

Applicants have 326 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jul 23, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Methodist College is $25.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Methodist College
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

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

Admission summary

Methodist College is test-required for 2026-27. Last year it admitted 38.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.95 GPA (about an B average). 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=147129.

GPA calculator: Methodist College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026