Monmouth University Admission Requirements

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Monmouth University Admission Overview

Monmouth University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Monmouth University admitted 89% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.57 GPA (A-) and SAT 1140-1310 / ACT 24-29. Monmouth 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

Monmouth University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Monmouth University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

89%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Monmouth University acceptance rate is 89%. Last year, 8,298 of 9,321 applicants were admitted. That is the 24th lowest acceptance rate in New Jersey.

Admission Selectivity

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

Monmouth 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.

Monmouth University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.57. 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

Monmouth University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.57

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.57

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Monmouth University typically have around a 3.57 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Monmouth University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #6 in New Jersey for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Monmouth University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	17.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	21.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	23.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	17.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	11.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	10.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	1.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Monmouth University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1140-1310

Freshmen who sent SAT

18%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 580
Math 560
Composite 1140

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 660
Math 650
Composite 1310

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Monmouth University typically score around a 1230 SAT (middle 50% 1140–1310) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 80th percentile nationally. Monmouth University ranks #8 in the state of New Jersey for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1140 to 1310

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Monmouth 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 1230 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 Monmouth University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1310+	Above 75th	>94%
1230 to 1310	Avg +	89%-94%
1140 to 1230	Avg -	81%-89%
Below 1140	Below mid-50	<81%

What do these figures mean?

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

Monmouth University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

24-29

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 23
Math 21
Composite 24

75th Percentile Scores

English 31
Math 27
Composite 29

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Monmouth University typically have around a 26 ACT (mid-50 24–29) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 82nd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Monmouth University places #10 among colleges in New Jersey for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 24 to 29

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Monmouth University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 26.0 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 Monmouth University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
29+	Above 75th	>95%
26 to 29	Avg +	89%-95%
24 to 26	Avg -	83%-89%
Below 24	Below mid-50	<83%

How to read these figures

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

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.

Monmouth University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	6,264	3,057	9,321
Accepted	5,683	2,615	8,298
Acceptance Rate	91%	86%	89%
Enrolled	547	281	828
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	10%	11%	10%

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

Application Requirements

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

Monmouth 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Mar 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

182

Applicants have 182 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Mar 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Monmouth University is $60.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Monmouth 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

Monmouth University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 89% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.57 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1140-1310); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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