Drury University Admission Requirements

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Drury University Admission Overview

Drury University admission requirements are competitive. Last year Drury University admitted 57.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.79 GPA (A-) and SAT 1130-1290 / ACT 22-29. Drury 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

Drury University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

57.6%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Drury University

Acceptance Rate

The Drury University acceptance rate is 57.6%. Last year, 1,549 of 2,690 applicants were admitted. That is the 9th lowest acceptance rate in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

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

Drury University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Drury University typically 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.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Drury University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.79

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.79

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Drury University typically have around a 3.79 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have exceptionally good grades. Drury University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

35% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #5 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Drury University freshmen
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 figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Drury University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1130-1290

Freshmen who sent SAT

7%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 570
  • Math 560
  • Composite 1130
SAT 25th percentile scores for Drury University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 670
  • Math 620
  • Composite 1290
SAT 75th percentile scores for Drury University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Drury University typically score around a 1210 SAT (middle 50% 1130–1290) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 77th percentile nationally. Drury University ranks #8 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1130 to 1290

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Drury 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 1210 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Drury University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1290+ Above 75th >72%
1210 to 1290 Avg + 58%-72%
1130 to 1210 Avg - 42%-58%
Below 1130 Below mid-50 <42%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Drury University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

22-29

Freshmen reporting ACT

58%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 21
  • Math 19
  • Composite 22
ACT 25th percentile scores for Drury University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 28
  • Math 27
  • Composite 29
ACT 75th percentile scores for Drury University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Drury University typically have around a 25 ACT (mid-50 22–29) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 78th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Drury University places #7 among colleges in Missouri for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 22 to 29

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Drury University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 25.0 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Drury University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
29+ Above 75th >74%
25 to 29 Avg + 58%-74%
22 to 25 Avg - 44%-58%
Below 22 Below mid-50 <44%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

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

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Drury University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,475 1,171 2,690
Accepted 876 657 1,549
Acceptance Rate 59% 56% 58%
Enrolled 168 169 337
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 19% 26% 22%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

Drury University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 30, 2027

Days left to Apply

364

Applicants have 364 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 30, 2027.

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Drury University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Drury University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 57.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.79 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1130-1290); 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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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=177214.

GPA calculator: Drury University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026