Franklin Pierce University Admission Requirements

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Franklin Pierce University Admission Overview

Franklin Pierce University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Franklin Pierce University admitted 93.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.97 GPA (B) and SAT 1057-1282. Franklin Pierce 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

Franklin Pierce University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

93.5%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Franklin Pierce University

Acceptance Rate

The Franklin Pierce University acceptance rate is 93.5%. Last year, 2,218 of 2,373 applicants were admitted. That is the 10th lowest acceptance rate in New Hampshire.

Admission Selectivity

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

Franklin Pierce University 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.

Franklin Pierce University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.97. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Franklin Pierce University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

2.97

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.97

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Franklin Pierce University typically have around a 2.97 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have slightly below average high school grades. Franklin Pierce University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #10 in New Hampshire for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Franklin Pierce University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1057-1282

Freshmen who sent SAT

9%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 545
  • Math 512
  • Composite 1057
SAT 25th percentile scores for Franklin Pierce University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 632
  • Math 650
  • Composite 1282
SAT 75th percentile scores for Franklin Pierce University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Franklin Pierce University typically score around a 1170 SAT (middle 50% 1057–1282) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 71st percentile nationally. Franklin Pierce University ranks #5 in the state of New Hampshire for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1057 to 1282

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SAT policy

Franklin Pierce 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 1170 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 Franklin Pierce University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1282+ Above 75th >96%
1170 to 1282 Avg + 93%-96%
1057 to 1170 Avg - 88%-93%
Below 1057 Below mid-50 <88%

What do these figures mean?

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

Franklin Pierce University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen reporting ACT

1%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for Franklin Pierce University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Franklin Pierce University

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

56% of Franklin Pierce University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 25% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Franklin Pierce University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 9%
Top 25% of class 25%
Top 50% of class 56%

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.

Franklin Pierce University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,175 1,197 2,373
Accepted 1,109 1,108 2,218
Acceptance Rate 94% 93% 93%
Enrolled 134 158 292
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 14% 13%

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

Application Requirements

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

Franklin Pierce 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 Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Franklin Pierce 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 Franklin Pierce University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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

Admission summary

Franklin Pierce University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 93.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.97 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1057-1282); 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=182795.

GPA calculator: Franklin Pierce University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026