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Your chances of getting into Springfield College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

70.2%
Admission Difficulty for Springfield College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Springfield College is 70.2%.  Its admission rate is the 30th lowest in Massachusetts.

Admission Selectivity

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

Springfield College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,538 out of the 3,614 who applied were admitted.

Springfield College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.56. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Springfield College?

70% 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 Springfield College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.56 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1170 on the SAT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Springfield College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.56

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Springfield College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Springfield College are to have around a 3.56 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Springfield College accepts 70% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Springfield College is 3.56 on the 4.0 scale. 23% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. 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 #24 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Springfield 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 3.6 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 Springfield College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 22.6% Good
3.75 to 3.99 19.8% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 16.7% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.4% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 11.4% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 4.1% 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 2024

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Springfield College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Springfield College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 5% of students submitted SAT scores.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1070-1260

Applicants Submitting SAT 

5%
SAT Scores for Springfield College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 530
Math 25th Percentile 540
Composite 25th Percentile 1070
SAT Scores for Springfield College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 650
Math 75th Percentile 610
Composite 75th Percentile 1260
Average SAT Score 1170

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Springfield College is 1170 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1070-1260. Students who get into Springfield College score in the top 47 percent of all SAT test takers..  Springfield College ranks #33 in the state of Massachusetts for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1170 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Springfield College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1070 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1070, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 970, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Springfield 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 1170 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 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 1165, you have around a 70% chance of being admitted. A 1260 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

Springfield College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1260 and Above Good >82%
1165 to 1260 Avg + 70%-82%
1070 to 1165 Avg - 55%-70%
975 to 1070 Reach 39%-55%
Less than 975 Low <39%
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Springfield College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Springfield College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Springfield 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 2023 starting class

High School Class Rank

52% of Springfield College freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 17% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Springfield College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 17%
Top 25% of class 52%
Top 50% of class 79%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Springfield College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,613 2,001 3,614
Accepted 1,148 1,390 2,538
Acceptance Rate 71% 69% 70%
Enrolled 204 272 476
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 18% 20% 19%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

140

Applicants have 140 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Springfield College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Springfield 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

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

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=167899 IPEDS survey data for Springfield College.

Last updated February 24, 2025