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Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary Admission Requirements

Kansas City, Missouri

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Your chances of getting into Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

70.9%
Admission Difficulty for Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is 70.9%.  Its admission rate is the 19th lowest in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary and can you get accepted?

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 78 out of the 110 who applied were admitted.

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.37. 35% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary?

71% 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 Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.37 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1060 on the SAT
  • Score 19 on the ACT

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.37

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary are to have around a 3.37 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary accepts 71% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is 3.37 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 #28 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary 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.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 33% of students submitted SAT scores and 85% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

910-1200

Applicants Submitting SAT 

33%
SAT Scores for Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 480
Math 25th Percentile 430
Composite 25th Percentile 910
SAT Scores for Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 620
Math 75th Percentile 580
Composite 75th Percentile 1200
Average SAT Score 1060

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is 1060 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 910-1200. Students who get into Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary score in the top 76 percent of all SAT test takers..  Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary ranks #24 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1060 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 910 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 910, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 760, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary 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 1060 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 1055, you have around a 71% chance of being admitted. A 1200 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1200 and Above Good >82%
1055 to 1200 Avg + 71%-82%
910 to 1055 Avg - 56%-71%
765 to 910 Reach 40%-56%
Less than 765 Low <40%
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Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

16-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

85%
ACT Scores for Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 14
Math 25th Percentile 15
Composite 25th Percentile 16
ACT Scores for Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 21
Math 75th Percentile 21
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 19

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is 19, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 16 and 23.  The school ranks #32 in Missouri for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 19. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 16 and score in the score in the top 75 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 12.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 85 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 19 score has around 71% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 23 ACT score.

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >84%
19 to 23 Avg + 71%-84%
16 to 19 Avg - 59%-71%
13 to 16 Reach 45%-59%
Less than 13 Low <45%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 53 57 110
Accepted 37 41 78
Acceptance Rate 70% 72% 71%
Enrolled 14 13 27
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 38% 32% 35%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary 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 Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.37 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1060 on the SAT and 19 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=176789 IPEDS survey data for Calvary Bible College and Theological Seminary.

Last updated February 24, 2025