Morningside University Admission Requirements

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Morningside University Admission Overview

Morningside University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Morningside University admitted 71% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.42 GPA (B+). Morningside 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

Morningside University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

71%

Admission Standards

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Acceptance Rate

The Morningside University acceptance rate is 71%. Last year, 1,948 of 2,742 applicants were admitted. That is the 8th lowest acceptance rate in Iowa.

Admission Selectivity

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

Morningside University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Morningside University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.42. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Morningside University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.42

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.42

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Morningside University typically have around a 3.42 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. Morningside University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #19 in Iowa for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Morningside University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

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Freshmen who sent SAT

-

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

Morningside University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

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Freshmen reporting ACT

1%

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

70% of Morningside University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 36% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Morningside University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 14%
Top 25% of class 36%
Top 50% of class 70%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

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Admission Statistics

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

Morningside University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,430 1,298 2,742
Accepted 1,009 929 1,948
Acceptance Rate 71% 72% 71%
Enrolled 158 150 308
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 16% 16% 16%

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

Application Requirements

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

Morningside 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 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

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Morningside 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 Morningside 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

Morningside University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 71% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.42 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

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=154004.

GPA calculator: Morningside University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026