Avila University Admission Requirements
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Avila University Admission Overview
Avila University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Avila University admitted 87.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.24 GPA (B+) and SAT 800-960 / ACT 16-21. Avila 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
Avila University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Avila University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for Avila University
Acceptance Rate
The Avila University acceptance rate is 87.8%. Last year, 3,490 of 3,975 applicants were admitted. That is the 34th lowest acceptance rate in Missouri.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Avila University and can you get accepted?
Avila University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Avila University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.24. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 7% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Avila University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.24Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.24
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Avila University typically have around a 3.24 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. Avila University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #38 in Missouri for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Avila University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
800-960Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
4%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 430
- Math 370
- Composite 800
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 500
- Math 460
- Composite 960
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Avila University typically score around a 880 SAT (middle 50% 800–960) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 19th percentile nationally. Avila University ranks #33 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 800 to 960
SAT policy
Avila 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 880 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Avila University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
16-21Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
57%25th Percentile Scores
- English 14
- Math 14
- Composite 16
75th Percentile Scores
- English 21
- Math 20
- Composite 21
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Avila University typically have around a 18 ACT (mid-50 16–21) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 38th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Avila University places #34 among colleges in Missouri for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 21
ACT policy
You may apply to Avila University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 18.0 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.
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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Avila University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Avila University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Avila University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 87.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.24 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (800-960); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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GPA calculator: Avila University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026