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Midway University Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Midway University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

93.8%
Admission Difficulty for Midway University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Midway University is 93.8%.  Its admission rate is the 24th lowest in Kentucky.

Admission Selectivity

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

Midway 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, 991 out of the 1,057 who applied were admitted.

Midway University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.39. 24% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Midway University?

94% 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 Midway University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.39 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1070 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT

Midway University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.39

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Midway University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Midway University are to have around a 3.39 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.39 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Midway University accepts 94% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Midway University is 3.39 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 #19 in Kentucky for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Midway 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 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Midway University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 6.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.74% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 23.61% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 16.74% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.88% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 17.6% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.43% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Midway University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Midway University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 3% of students submitted SAT scores and 25% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1010-1130

Applicants Submitting SAT 

3%
SAT Scores for Midway University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 510
Math 25th Percentile 500
Composite 25th Percentile 1010
SAT Scores for Midway University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 580
Math 75th Percentile 550
Composite 75th Percentile 1130
Average SAT Score 1070

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Midway University is 1070 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1010-1130. Students who get into Midway University score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers..  Midway University ranks #16 in the state of Kentucky for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1070 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Midway University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1010 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1010, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 950, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Midway 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1070 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 1070, you have around a 94% chance of being admitted. A 1130 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 97% chance of getting in.

Midway University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1130 and Above Good >97%
1070 to 1130 Avg + 94%-97%
1010 to 1070 Avg - 89%-94%
950 to 1010 Reach 81%-89%
Less than 950 Low <81%
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Midway University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-26 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

25%
ACT Scores for Midway University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Midway University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 26
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Midway University is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 26.  The school ranks #8 in Kentucky for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

25 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Midway University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Midway University 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 Midway University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 94% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 97% with a 26 ACT score.

Midway University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >97%
22 to 26 Avg + 94%-97%
19 to 22 Avg - 90%-94%
16 to 19 Reach 84%-90%
Less than 16 Low <84%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Midway University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 473 584 1,057
Accepted 450 541 991
Acceptance Rate 95% 93% 94%
Enrolled 96 143 239
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 21% 26% 24%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Midway University is $30.

Application Requirements

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

Midway University 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 Midway University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Midway 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 3.39 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1070 and ACT of 22 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=157377 IPEDS survey data for Midway University.

Last updated February 24, 2024