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Maryville University of Saint Louis Admission Requirements

Saint Louis, Missouri

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Your chances of getting into Maryville University of Saint Louis

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

87.8%
Admission Difficulty for Maryville University of Saint Louis
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Maryville University of Saint Louis is 87.8%.  Its admission rate is the 35th lowest in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Maryville University of Saint Louis and can you get accepted?

Maryville University of Saint Louis is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 3,664 out of the 4,175 who applied were admitted.

Maryville University of Saint Louis typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.58. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 24% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Maryville University of Saint Louis?

88% 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 Maryville University of Saint Louis you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.58 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1120 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Maryville University of Saint Louis GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.58

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Maryville University of Saint Louis?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Maryville University of Saint Louis are to have around a 3.58 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.58 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Maryville University of Saint Louis accepts 88% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Maryville University of Saint Louis is 3.58 on the 4.0 scale. 24% 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 B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #15 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Maryville University of Saint Louis 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 3.6 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 Maryville University of Saint Louis students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 24.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 21.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 19.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 10.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 12.0% 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 2022

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Maryville University of Saint Louis SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Maryville University of Saint Louis. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1000-1230

Applicants Submitting SAT 

7%
SAT Scores for Maryville University of Saint Louis
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 500
Math 25th Percentile 500
Composite 25th Percentile 1000
SAT Scores for Maryville University of Saint Louis
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 620
Math 75th Percentile 610
Composite 75th Percentile 1230
Average SAT Score 1120

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Maryville University of Saint Louis?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Maryville University of Saint Louis is 1120 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1000-1230. Students who get into Maryville University of Saint Louis score in the top 60 percent of all SAT test takers..  Maryville University of Saint Louis ranks #18 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1120 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Maryville University of Saint Louis regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1000 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1000, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 880, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Maryville University of Saint Louis 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 considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1120 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 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 1115, you have around a 88% chance of being admitted. A 1230 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 93% chance of getting in.

Maryville University of Saint Louis admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1230 and Above Good >93%
1115 to 1230 Avg + 88%-93%
1000 to 1115 Avg - 79%-88%
885 to 1000 Reach 67%-79%
Less than 885 Low <67%
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Maryville University of Saint Louis ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-26 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

37%
ACT Scores for Maryville University of Saint Louis
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Maryville University of Saint Louis
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 26
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 26
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Maryville University of Saint Louis?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Maryville University of Saint Louis is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 26.  The school ranks #18 in Missouri for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

37 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Maryville University of Saint Louis.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Maryville University of Saint Louis is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Maryville University of Saint Louis for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 88% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 26 ACT score.

Maryville University of Saint Louis admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >94%
22 to 26 Avg + 88%-94%
19 to 22 Avg - 81%-88%
16 to 19 Reach 71%-81%
Less than 16 Low <71%
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High School Class Rank

58% of Maryville University of Saint Louis freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Maryville University of Saint Louis students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 26%
Top 25% of class 58%
Top 50% of class 85%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Maryville University of Saint Louis admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,601 1,572 4,175
Accepted 2,328 1,335 3,664
Acceptance Rate 90% 85% 88%
Enrolled 589 281 870
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 25% 21% 24%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Maryville University of Saint Louis is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Maryville University of Saint Louis and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Maryville University of Saint Louis Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Maryville University of Saint Louis
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Maryville University of Saint Louis is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.58 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1120 and ACT of 22 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=178059 IPEDS survey data for Maryville University of Saint Louis.

Last updated February 24, 2024