Union Commonwealth University Admission Requirements

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Union Commonwealth University Admission Overview

Union Commonwealth University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Union Commonwealth University admitted 63.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.15 GPA (B+) and SAT 920-1105 / ACT 14-21. Union Commonwealth 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

Union Commonwealth University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Union Commonwealth University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

63.2%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Union Commonwealth University acceptance rate is 63.2%. Last year, 629 of 996 applicants were admitted. That is the 7th lowest acceptance rate in Kentucky.

Admission Selectivity

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

Union Commonwealth 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.

Union Commonwealth University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.15. 39% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Union Commonwealth University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.15

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.15

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Union Commonwealth University typically have around a 3.15 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Union Commonwealth University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #25 in Kentucky for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Union Commonwealth University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

920-1105

Freshmen who sent SAT

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 460
Math 460
Composite 920

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 560
Math 545
Composite 1105

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Union Commonwealth University typically score around a 1010 SAT (middle 50% 920–1105) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 41st percentile nationally. Union Commonwealth University ranks #17 in the state of Kentucky for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 920 to 1105

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Union Commonwealth University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1010 SAT score range.

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

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Union Commonwealth University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1105+	Above 75th	>76%
1010 to 1105	Avg +	63%-76%
920 to 1010	Avg -	47%-63%
Below 920	Below mid-50	<47%

What do these figures mean?

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

Union Commonwealth University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

14-21

Freshmen reporting ACT

54%

25th Percentile Scores

English 13
Math 15
Composite 14

75th Percentile Scores

English 21
Math 21
Composite 21

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Union Commonwealth University typically have around a 17 ACT (mid-50 14–21) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 31st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Union Commonwealth University places #25 among colleges in Kentucky for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 14 to 21

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Union Commonwealth University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 17.0 ACT score range.

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

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Union Commonwealth University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
21+	Above 75th	>78%
17 to 21	Avg +	63%-78%
14 to 17	Avg -	50%-63%
Below 14	Below mid-50	<50%

How to read these figures

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

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

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

Union Commonwealth University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	427	549	996
Accepted	281	348	629
Acceptance Rate	66%	63%	63%
Enrolled	73	171	244
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	26%	49%	39%

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

Application Requirements

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

Union Commonwealth 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 considered for admission, even 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 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 Union Commonwealth 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 Union Commonwealth 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

Union Commonwealth University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 63.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.15 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (920-1105); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=157863.

GPA calculator: Union Commonwealth University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026