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Assumption College Admission Requirements

Worcester, Massachusetts

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Your chances of getting into Assumption College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

82.3%
Admission Difficulty for Assumption College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Assumption College is 82.3%.  Its admission rate is the 46th lowest in Massachusetts.

Admission Selectivity

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

Assumption 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, 3,321 out of the 4,035 who applied were admitted.

Assumption College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.45. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 11% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Assumption College?

82% 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 Assumption College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.45 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Assumption College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.45

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Assumption College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Assumption College are to have around a 3.45 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.45 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Assumption College accepts 82% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Assumption College is 3.45 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 #30 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Assumption 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 3.5 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 Assumption College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 10.5% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.6% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 23.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 19.1% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.5% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.4% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.4% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.5% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Assumption College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Assumption College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Assumption College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Assumption College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Assumption College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

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ACT Scores for Assumption College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Assumption College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

83% of Assumption College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Assumption College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 15%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 83%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Assumption College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,086 1,949 4,035
Accepted 1,814 1,507 3,321
Acceptance Rate 87% 77% 82%
Enrolled 173 196 369
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 10% 13% 11%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

86

Applicants have 86 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Feb 15, 2025.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Assumption 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 Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Assumption College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=164562 IPEDS survey data for Assumption College.

Last updated February 24, 2024