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Hillsboro, Kansas

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Your chances of getting into Tabor College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

52.7%
Admission Difficulty for Tabor College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Average 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Tabor is 52.7%.  Its admission rate is the 4th lowest in Kansas.

Admission Selectivity

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

Tabor is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 797 out of the 1,512 who applied were admitted.

Tabor College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.23. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Tabor?

53% 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 Tabor College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.23 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 970 on the SAT
  • Score 20 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Tabor GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.23

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Tabor College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Tabor are to have around a 3.23 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Tabor accepts 53% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Tabor is 3.23 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #22 in Kansas for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Tabor 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 3.2 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Tabor SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Tabor College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 8% of students submitted SAT scores and 61% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

830-1100

Applicants Submitting SAT 

8%
SAT Scores for Tabor College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 420
Math 25th Percentile 410
Composite 25th Percentile 830
SAT Scores for Tabor College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 560
Math 75th Percentile 540
Composite 75th Percentile 1100
Average SAT Score 970

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Tabor is 970 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 830-1100. Students who get into Tabor College score in the top 87 percent of all SAT test takers..  Tabor ranks #14 in the state of Kansas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 970 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Tabor regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 830 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 830, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 690, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Tabor 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 970 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 965, you have around a 53% chance of being admitted. A 1100 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 68% chance of getting in.

Tabor College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1100 and Above Good >68%
965 to 1100 Avg + 53%-68%
830 to 965 Avg - 37%-53%
695 to 830 Reach 24%-37%
Less than 695 Low <24%
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Tabor ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-24 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

61%
ACT Scores for Tabor College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 15
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for Tabor College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 23
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 24
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Tabor?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Tabor is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 24.  The school ranks #13 in Kansas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 61 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Tabor College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Tabor 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 Tabor for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 53% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 70% with a 24 ACT score.

Tabor College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
24 and Above Good >70%
20 to 24 Avg + 53%-70%
17 to 20 Avg - 39%-53%
14 to 17 Reach 27%-39%
Less than 14 Low <27%
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High School Class Rank

65% of Tabor College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 16% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Tabor College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 15%
Top 25% of class 16%
Top 50% of class 65%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Tabor College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 277 1,235 1,512
Accepted 149 648 797
Acceptance Rate 54% 52% 53%
Enrolled 51 100 151
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 34% 15% 19%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Tabor 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

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

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Tabor is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.23 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 970 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1100 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 20 on the ACT places you in a strong position.

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=155973 IPEDS survey data for Tabor College.

Last updated February 24, 2024