Drury University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Drury University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

58.9%

Admission Difficulty for Drury University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Challenging
Applicant Competition		Average

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Drury University is 58.9%. Its admission rate is the 8th lowest in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

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

Drury University is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,543 out of the 2,621 who applied were admitted.

Drury University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.79. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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59% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Drury University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.79 or better
Earn A- grades in high school
Score 1180 on the SAT
Score 25 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Drury University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.79

Typical High School Grades

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Drury University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Drury University are to have around a 3.79 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Drury University accepts 59% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Drury University is 3.79 on the 4.0 scale. 35% 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 A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #5 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Drury University 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 3.8 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 Drury University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	35.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	22.0%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	18.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	10.0%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	7.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	6.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	2.0%	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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Drury University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Drury University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 7% of students submitted SAT scores and 59% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1050-1310

Applicants Submitting SAT

SAT Scores for Drury University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	540
Math 25th Percentile	510
Composite 25th Percentile	1050

SAT Scores for Drury University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	650
Math 75th Percentile	660
Composite 75th Percentile	1310
Average SAT Score	1180

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Drury University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Drury University is 1180 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1050-1310. Students who get into Drury University score in the top 51 percent of all SAT test takers.. Drury University ranks #12 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1180 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Drury University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1050 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1050, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 920, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Drury University 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 1180 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 1180, you have around a 59% chance of being admitted. A 1310 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 73% chance of getting in.

Drury University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1310 and Above	Good	>73%
1180 to 1310	Avg +	59%-73%
1050 to 1180	Avg -	43%-59%
920 to 1050	Reach	29%-43%
Less than 920	Low	<29%

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Drury University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

23-28

Applicants Submitting ACT

59%

ACT Scores for Drury University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	21
Math 25th Percentile	20
Composite 25th Percentile	23

ACT Scores for Drury University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	28
Math 75th Percentile	27
Composite 75th Percentile	28
Average ACT Score	25

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Drury University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Drury University is 25, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 23 and 28. The school ranks #7 in Missouri for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 25. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 23 and score in the score in the top 32 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

59 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Drury University.

Score Submission Requirements

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

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Drury University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 25 score has around 59% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 76% with a 28 ACT score.

Drury University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
28 and Above	Good	>76%
25 to 28	Avg +	59%-76%
23 to 25	Avg -	46%-59%
21 to 23	Reach	34%-46%
Less than 21	Low	<34%

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High School Class Rank

61% of Drury University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Drury University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	28%
Top 25% of class	61%
Top 50% of class	89%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Drury University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,442	1,151	2,621
Accepted	861	666	1,543
Acceptance Rate	60%	58%	59%
Enrolled	173	152	336
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	20%	23%	22%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 30, 2025

Days left to Apply

149

Applicants have 149 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Aug 30, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Drury University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Drury University 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	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Drury University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Drury University is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.79 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1180 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1310 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 25 on the ACT places you in a strong position.