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Missouri Valley College Admission Requirements

Marshall, Missouri

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Your chances of getting into Missouri Valley College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

61.2%
Admission Difficulty for Missouri Valley College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Missouri Valley College is 61.2%.  Its admission rate is the 11th lowest in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Missouri Valley College and can you get accepted?

Missouri Valley College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,117 out of the 1,824 who applied were admitted.

Missouri Valley College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.04. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 34% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Missouri Valley College?

61% 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 Missouri Valley College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.04 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1020 on the SAT
  • Score 18 on the ACT

Missouri Valley College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.04

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Missouri Valley College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Missouri Valley College are to have around a 3.04 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Missouri Valley College accepts 61% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Missouri Valley College is 3.04 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #42 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 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 Missouri Valley College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 3.7% Good
3.75 to 3.99 7.39% Good
3.50 to 3.74 13.12% Good
3.25 to 3.49 14.97% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 16.27% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 26.8% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 16.27% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.48% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Missouri Valley College SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

900-1130

Applicants Submitting SAT 

15%
SAT Scores for Missouri Valley College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 460
Math 25th Percentile 440
Composite 25th Percentile 900
SAT Scores for Missouri Valley College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 560
Math 75th Percentile 570
Composite 75th Percentile 1130
Average SAT Score 1020

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Missouri Valley College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Missouri Valley College is 1020 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 900-1130. Students who get into Missouri Valley College score in the top 78 percent of all SAT test takers..  Missouri Valley College ranks #29 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1020 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Missouri Valley College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 900 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 900, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 780, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 15 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1020 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 1015, you have around a 61% chance of being admitted. A 1130 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 75% chance of getting in.

Missouri Valley College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1130 and Above Good >75%
1015 to 1130 Avg + 61%-75%
900 to 1015 Avg - 45%-61%
785 to 900 Reach 30%-45%
Less than 785 Low <30%
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Missouri Valley College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

16-20 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

39%
ACT Scores for Missouri Valley College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 14
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 16
ACT Scores for Missouri Valley College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 21
Math 75th Percentile 19
Composite 75th Percentile 20
Average ACT Score 18

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Missouri Valley College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Missouri Valley College is 18, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 16 and 20.  The school ranks #37 in Missouri for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 18. 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 14.

39 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Missouri Valley College.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Missouri Valley College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 18 score has around 61% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 75% with a 20 ACT score.

Missouri Valley College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
20 and Above Good >75%
18 to 20 Avg + 61%-75%
16 to 18 Avg - 45%-61%
14 to 16 Reach 30%-45%
Less than 14 Low <30%
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High School Class Rank

70% of Missouri Valley College freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Missouri Valley College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 3%
Top 25% of class 12%
Top 50% of class 30%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Missouri Valley College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 599 1,225 1,824
Accepted 363 754 1,117
Acceptance Rate 61% 62% 61%
Enrolled 125 256 381
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 34% 34% 34%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Missouri Valley College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Missouri Valley College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Missouri Valley College Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Missouri Valley College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Missouri Valley College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.04 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1020 on the SAT and 18 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=178369 IPEDS survey data for Missouri Valley College.

Last updated February 24, 2024

FAQs

Does Missouri Valley College prefer SAT or ACT?

15% of students submit their SAT scores to Missouri Valley College. 39% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Missouri Valley College?

61% of those who apply are granted admission to Missouri Valley College. Admission competition is low and the college has extremely easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Missouri Valley College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 900 and 1130. The average SAT score is 1015. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Missouri Valley College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 16 and 20. The average ACT score is 18. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.