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Benedictine College Admission Requirements

Atchison, Kansas

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Your chances of getting into Benedictine College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

98.8%
Admission Difficulty for Benedictine College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Benedictine College is 98.8%.  Its admission rate is the 24th lowest in Kansas.

Admission Selectivity

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

Benedictine College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,861 out of the 2,895 who applied were admitted.

Benedictine College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.57. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Benedictine College?

99% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Benedictine College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.57 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1240 on the SAT
  • Score 25 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Benedictine College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.57

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Benedictine College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Benedictine College are to have around a 3.57 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.57 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Benedictine College accepts 99% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Benedictine College is 3.57 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #3 in Kansas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Benedictine College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Benedictine College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Benedictine College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 19% of students submitted SAT scores and 47% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1110-1360

Applicants Submitting SAT 

19%
SAT Scores for Benedictine College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 560
Math 25th Percentile 550
Composite 25th Percentile 1110
SAT Scores for Benedictine College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 690
Math 75th Percentile 670
Composite 75th Percentile 1360
Average SAT Score 1240

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Benedictine College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Benedictine College is 1240 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1110-1360. Students who get into Benedictine College score in the top 39 percent of all SAT test takers..  Benedictine College ranks #1 in the state of Kansas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1240 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Benedictine College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1110 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1110, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 980, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Benedictine College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1240 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1235, you have around a 99% chance of being admitted. A 1360 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 99% chance of getting in.

Benedictine College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1360 and Above Good >99%
1235 to 1360 Avg + 99%-99%
1110 to 1235 Avg - 98%-99%
985 to 1110 Reach 96%-98%
Less than 985 Low <96%
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Benedictine College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

22-28 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

47%
ACT Scores for Benedictine College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 21
Math 25th Percentile 20
Composite 25th Percentile 22
ACT Scores for Benedictine College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 30
Math 75th Percentile 27
Composite 75th Percentile 28
Average ACT Score 25

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Benedictine College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Benedictine College is 25, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 22 and 28.  The school ranks #1 in Kansas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 25. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 22 and score in the score in the top 37 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 19.

47 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Benedictine College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Benedictine College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Benedictine College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 25 score has around 99% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 99% with a 28 ACT score.

Benedictine College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
28 and Above Good >99%
25 to 28 Avg + 99%-99%
22 to 25 Avg - 98%-99%
19 to 22 Reach 96%-98%
Less than 19 Low <96%
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High School Class Rank

71% of Benedictine College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 42% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Benedictine College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 15%
Top 25% of class 42%
Top 50% of class 71%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Benedictine College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,557 1,338 2,895
Accepted 1,539 1,322 2,861
Acceptance Rate 99% 99% 99%
Enrolled 290 303 593
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 19% 23% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Benedictine College is $50.

Application Requirements

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

Benedictine College Application Requirements
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

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Benedictine College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Benedictine College is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.57 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1240 and ACT of 25 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=154712 IPEDS survey data for Benedictine College.

Last updated February 24, 2024