Rockford University Admission Requirements
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Rockford University Admission Overview
Rockford University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Rockford University admitted 92.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.25 GPA (B+) and SAT 850-1070 / ACT 17-23. Rockford 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
Rockford University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Rockford 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 Rockford University
Acceptance Rate
The Rockford University acceptance rate is 92.9%. Last year, 1,599 of 1,721 applicants were admitted. That is the 52nd lowest acceptance rate in Illinois.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Rockford University and can you get accepted?
Rockford 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.
Rockford University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.25. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Rockford University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.25Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.25
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Rockford University typically have around a 3.25 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Rockford University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #41 in Illinois for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Rockford University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
850-1070Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
30%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 450
- Math 400
- Composite 850
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 535
- Math 535
- Composite 1070
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Rockford University typically score around a 960 SAT (middle 50% 850–1070) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 32nd percentile nationally. Rockford University ranks #48 in the state of Illinois for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 850 to 1070
SAT policy
Rockford 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 960 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
Rockford 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.
17-23Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
5%25th Percentile Scores
- English 14
- Math 17
- Composite 17
75th Percentile Scores
- English 23
- Math 24
- Composite 23
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Rockford University typically have around a 20 ACT (mid-50 17–23) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 51st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Rockford University places #44 among colleges in Illinois for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 23
ACT policy
You may apply to Rockford University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 20.0 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 Rockford 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 Rockford 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
Rockford University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 92.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.25 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (850-1070); 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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GPA calculator: Rockford University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026