Asbury University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Asbury University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

78.7%

Admission Difficulty for Asbury University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Challenging
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Asbury University is 78.7%. Its admission rate is the 12th lowest in Kentucky.

Admission Selectivity

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

Asbury University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 870 out of the 1,105 who applied were admitted.

Asbury University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.65. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 34% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Asbury University?

79% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Asbury University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.65 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1200 on the SAT
Score 24 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Asbury University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.65

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Asbury University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Asbury University are to have around a 3.65 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.65 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Asbury University accepts 79% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Asbury University is 3.65 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 Kentucky for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Asbury University 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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Asbury University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Asbury University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1080-1320

Applicants Submitting SAT

SAT Scores for Asbury University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	550
Math 25th Percentile	530
Composite 25th Percentile	1080

SAT Scores for Asbury University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	660
Math 75th Percentile	660
Composite 75th Percentile	1320
Average SAT Score	1200

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Asbury University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Asbury University is 1200 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1080-1320. Students who get into Asbury University score in the top 45 percent of all SAT test takers.. Asbury University ranks #4 in the state of Kentucky for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1200 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Asbury University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1080 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1080, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 960, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Asbury University 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 considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1200 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 1200, you have around a 79% chance of being admitted. A 1320 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 88% chance of getting in.

Asbury University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1320 and Above	Good	>88%
1200 to 1320	Avg +	79%-88%
1080 to 1200	Avg -	66%-79%
960 to 1080	Reach	51%-66%
Less than 960	Low	<51%

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Asbury University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

21-28

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for Asbury University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	20
Math 25th Percentile	19
Composite 25th Percentile	21

ACT Scores for Asbury University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	29
Math 75th Percentile	26
Composite 75th Percentile	28
Average ACT Score	24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Asbury University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Asbury University is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 21 and 28. The school ranks #4 in Kentucky for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 21 and score in the score in the top 43 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 18.

0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Asbury University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Asbury University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

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 Asbury University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 79% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 89% with a 28 ACT score.

Asbury University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
28 and Above	Good	>89%
24 to 28	Avg +	79%-89%
21 to 24	Avg -	68%-79%
18 to 21	Reach	56%-68%
Less than 18	Low	<56%

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High School Class Rank

59% of Asbury University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Asbury University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	28%
Top 25% of class	59%
Top 50% of class	84%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Asbury University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	633	472	1,105
Accepted	533	337	870
Acceptance Rate	84%	71%	79%
Enrolled	173	122	295
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	32%	36%	34%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Asbury University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Asbury University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
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 Asbury University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Asbury University 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 3.65 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1200 and ACT of 24 will almost guarantee your admission.