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Your chances of getting into Seton Hall University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

75.1%
Admission Difficulty for Seton Hall University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very High 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Seton Hall University is 75.1%.  Its admission rate is the 15th lowest in New Jersey.

Admission Selectivity

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

Seton Hall University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 19,315 out of the 25,731 who applied were admitted.

Seton Hall University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.64. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 8% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Seton Hall University?

75% 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 Seton Hall University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.64 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1310 on the SAT
  • Score 29 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Seton Hall University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.64

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Seton Hall University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Seton Hall University are to have around a 3.64 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.64 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Seton Hall University accepts 75% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Seton Hall University is 3.64 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #4 in New Jersey for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Seton Hall University is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 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 Seton Hall University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 19.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 24.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 28.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 8.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 4.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Seton Hall University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Seton Hall University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 24% of students submitted SAT scores and 5% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1230-1390

Applicants Submitting SAT 

24%
SAT Scores for Seton Hall University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 620
Math 25th Percentile 610
Composite 25th Percentile 1230
SAT Scores for Seton Hall University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 700
Math 75th Percentile 690
Composite 75th Percentile 1390
Average SAT Score 1310

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Seton Hall University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Seton Hall University is 1310 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1230-1390. Students who get into Seton Hall University score in the top 20 percent of all SAT test takers..  Seton Hall University ranks #5 in the state of New Jersey and #175 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1310 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Seton Hall University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1230 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1230, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1150, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Seton Hall University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1310 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 1310, you have around a 75% chance of being admitted. A 1390 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 85% chance of getting in.

Seton Hall University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1390 and Above Good >85%
1310 to 1390 Avg + 75%-85%
1230 to 1310 Avg - 61%-75%
1150 to 1230 Reach 45%-61%
Less than 1150 Low <45%
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Seton Hall University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

28-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

5%
ACT Scores for Seton Hall University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 27
Math 25th Percentile 25
Composite 25th Percentile 28
ACT Scores for Seton Hall University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 30
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 29

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Seton Hall University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Seton Hall University is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 28 and 31.  The school ranks #5 in New Jersey and #173 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 28 and score in the score in the top 12 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 26.

5 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Seton Hall University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Seton Hall University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Seton Hall University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 75% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 88% with a 31 ACT score.

Seton Hall University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >88%
29 to 31 Avg + 75%-88%
28 to 29 Avg - 66%-75%
27 to 28 Reach 56%-66%
Less than 27 Low <56%
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High School Class Rank

52% of Seton Hall University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 22% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Seton Hall University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 22%
Top 25% of class 52%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Seton Hall University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 14,615 11,116 25,731
Accepted 11,140 8,175 19,315
Acceptance Rate 76% 74% 75%
Enrolled 822 690 1,512
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 7% 8% 8%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

39

Applicants have 39 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Seton Hall University is $55.

Application Requirements

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

Seton Hall University Application Requirements
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 Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Seton Hall University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Seton Hall University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.64 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1310 and ACT of 29 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=186584 IPEDS survey data for Seton Hall University.

Last updated February 24, 2024