Caldwell University Admission Requirements
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Caldwell University Admission Overview
Caldwell University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Caldwell University admitted 71.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.3 GPA (B+) and SAT 1130-1370. Caldwell 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
Caldwell University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Caldwell University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
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Admission difficulty for Caldwell University
Acceptance Rate
The Caldwell University acceptance rate is 71.3%. Last year, 6,680 of 9,364 applicants were admitted. That is the 12th lowest acceptance rate in New Jersey.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Caldwell University and can you get accepted?
Caldwell 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. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.
Caldwell University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.3. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 9% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Caldwell University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.3Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.3
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Caldwell University typically have around a 3.3 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. Caldwell University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #14 in New Jersey for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Caldwell University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1130-1370Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
24%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 540
- Math 590
- Composite 1130
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 630
- Math 740
- Composite 1370
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Caldwell University typically score around a 1250 SAT (middle 50% 1130–1370) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 82nd percentile nationally. Caldwell University ranks #6 in the state of New Jersey for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1130 to 1370
SAT policy
Caldwell 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 1250 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Caldwell University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
Not ReportedFreshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
-25th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite N/A
75th Percentile Scores
- English N/A
- Math N/A
- Composite N/A
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
63% of Caldwell University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 31% are in the top quarter.
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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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Caldwell University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Caldwell University is $50.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Caldwell University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 71.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.3 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1130-1370); 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=183910.
GPA calculator: Caldwell University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026