Evangel University Admission Requirements

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Evangel University Admission Overview

Evangel University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Evangel University admitted 71.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen who sent tests typically scored SAT 1040-1260 / ACT 21-27. Evangel 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

Evangel University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

71.6%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Evangel University

Acceptance Rate

The Evangel University acceptance rate is 71.6%. Last year, 855 of 1,194 applicants were admitted. That is the 20th lowest acceptance rate in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

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

Evangel University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

39% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Evangel University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Estimated High School GPA

3.3*

Typical High School Grades

B+

Estimated GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.3*

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Average GPA

Evangel University has not published an average GPA for enrolled freshmen. CollegeSimply estimates about a 3.3 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale, based on this school's test scores and GPA data from similar colleges. That is an estimate, not a school-reported average. Evangel University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

*3.3 is a CollegeSimply estimate, not a school-reported average. It is modeled from this school's test scores and GPA data from similar colleges.

Evangel University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1040-1260

Freshmen who sent SAT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 540
  • Math 500
  • Composite 1040
SAT 25th percentile scores for Evangel University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 640
  • Math 620
  • Composite 1260
SAT 75th percentile scores for Evangel University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Evangel University typically score around a 1150 SAT (middle 50% 1040–1260) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 68th percentile nationally. Evangel University ranks #15 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1040 to 1260

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Evangel 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 1150 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 Evangel University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1260+ Above 75th >83%
1150 to 1260 Avg + 72%-83%
1040 to 1150 Avg - 58%-72%
Below 1040 Below mid-50 <58%

What do these figures mean?

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

Evangel University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

21-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

31%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 20
  • Math 19
  • Composite 21
ACT 25th percentile scores for Evangel University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 26
  • Math 26
  • Composite 27
ACT 75th percentile scores for Evangel University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Evangel University typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 21–27) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Evangel University places #8 among colleges in Missouri for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 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 Evangel University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
27+ Above 75th >83%
24 to 27 Avg + 72%-83%
21 to 24 Avg - 58%-72%
Below 21 Below mid-50 <58%

How to read these figures

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Evangel University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 670 524 1,194
Accepted 501 354 855
Acceptance Rate 75% 68% 72%
Enrolled 174 159 333
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 35% 45% 39%

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

Application Requirements

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

Evangel 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Evangel 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 Evangel 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

Evangel University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 71.6% of applicants. Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1040-1260); 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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Last updated: August 2026