Westminster College Admission Requirements

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Westminster College Admission Overview

Westminster College admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Westminster College admitted 79.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.44 GPA (B+) and SAT 990-1250 / ACT 19-24. Westminster College 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

Westminster College Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

79.2%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Westminster College

Acceptance Rate

The Westminster College acceptance rate is 79.2%. Last year, 2,102 of 2,654 applicants were admitted. That is the 28th lowest acceptance rate in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

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

Westminster College is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Westminster College typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.44. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 10% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Westminster College GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.44

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.44

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Westminster College typically have around a 3.44 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Westminster College is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #23 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Westminster College SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

990-1250

Freshmen who sent SAT

5%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 480
  • Math 510
  • Composite 990
SAT 25th percentile scores for Westminster College

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 630
  • Math 620
  • Composite 1250
SAT 75th percentile scores for Westminster College

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Westminster College typically score around a 1120 SAT (middle 50% 990–1250) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 63rd percentile nationally. Westminster College ranks #20 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 990 to 1250

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Westminster College 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 1120 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 Westminster College
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1250+ Above 75th >88%
1120 to 1250 Avg + 79%-88%
990 to 1120 Avg - 66%-79%
Below 990 Below mid-50 <66%

What do these figures mean?

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

Westminster College ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

42%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 16
  • Math 17
  • Composite 19
ACT 25th percentile scores for Westminster College

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 23
  • Math 24
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for Westminster College

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Westminster College typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 19–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Westminster College places #25 among colleges in Missouri for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Westminster College without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 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 Westminster College
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >89%
21 to 24 Avg + 79%-89%
19 to 21 Avg - 69%-79%
Below 19 Below mid-50 <69%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

70% of Westminster College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Westminster College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 13%
Top 25% of class 26%
Top 50% of class 70%

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.

Westminster College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,313 1,330 2,654
Accepted 1,078 1,014 2,102
Acceptance Rate 82% 76% 79%
Enrolled 83 130 213
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 8% 13% 10%

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

Application Requirements

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

Westminster College 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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Westminster College 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 Westminster College
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

Westminster College is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 79.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.44 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (990-1250); 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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GPA calculator: Westminster College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026