Huntington University Admission Requirements

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Huntington University Admission Overview

Huntington University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Huntington University admitted 75.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.6 GPA (A-) and SAT 930-1150 / ACT 18-26. Huntington 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

Huntington University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

75.6%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Huntington University

Acceptance Rate

The Huntington University acceptance rate is 75.6%. Last year, 1,279 of 1,691 applicants were admitted. That is the 18th lowest acceptance rate in Indiana.

Admission Selectivity

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

Huntington 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.

Huntington University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.6. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Huntington University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.6

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.6

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Huntington University typically have around a 3.6 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. Huntington University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #14 in Indiana 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.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Huntington University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 19.1% Good
3.75 to 3.99 26.3% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 21.1% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 9.6% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 8.6% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 2.4% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Huntington University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

930-1150

Freshmen who sent SAT

69%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 470
  • Math 460
  • Composite 930
SAT 25th percentile scores for Huntington University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 580
  • Math 570
  • Composite 1150
SAT 75th percentile scores for Huntington University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Huntington University typically score around a 1040 SAT (middle 50% 930–1150) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 47th percentile nationally. Huntington University ranks #29 in the state of Indiana for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 930 to 1150

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Huntington 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 1040 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 Huntington University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1150+ Above 75th >86%
1040 to 1150 Avg + 76%-86%
930 to 1040 Avg - 62%-76%
Below 930 Below mid-50 <62%

What do these figures mean?

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

Huntington University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-26

Freshmen reporting ACT

12%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 17
  • Math 18
  • Composite 18
ACT 25th percentile scores for Huntington University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 25
  • Composite 26
ACT 75th percentile scores for Huntington University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Huntington University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 18–26) 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. Huntington University places #24 among colleges in Indiana for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 26

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Huntington 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 Huntington University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
26+ Above 75th >86%
22 to 26 Avg + 76%-86%
18 to 22 Avg - 62%-76%
Below 18 Below mid-50 <62%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

83% of Huntington University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 48% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Huntington University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 22%
Top 25% of class 48%
Top 50% of class 83%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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.

Huntington University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,001 690 1,691
Accepted 807 472 1,279
Acceptance Rate 81% 68% 76%
Enrolled 171 88 259
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 21% 19% 20%

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

Application Requirements

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

Huntington 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 Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Huntington 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 Huntington University
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

Huntington University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 75.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.6 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (930-1150); 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=150941.

GPA calculator: Huntington University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026