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Your chances of getting into Elmira College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

95.9%
Admission Difficulty for Elmira College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at EC is 95.9%.  Its admission rate is the 152nd lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

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

Elmira College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,397 out of the 1,456 who applied were admitted.

Elmira College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.22. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into EC?

96% 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 Elmira College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.22 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1200 on the SAT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

EC GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.22

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Elmira College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into EC are to have around a 3.22 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.22 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as EC accepts 96% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at EC is 3.22 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #88 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since EC 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 3.2 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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EC SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Elmira College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 17% of students submitted SAT scores and 1% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1118-1272

Applicants Submitting SAT 

17%
SAT Scores for Elmira College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 553
Math 25th Percentile 565
Composite 25th Percentile 1118
SAT Scores for Elmira College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 630
Math 75th Percentile 642
Composite 75th Percentile 1272
Average SAT Score 1200

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Elmira College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at EC is 1200 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1118-1272. Students who get into Elmira College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  EC ranks #57 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1200 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. EC regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1118 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1118, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1040, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Elmira College 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 1200 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 1195, you have around a 96% chance of being admitted. A 1272 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 98% chance of getting in.

Elmira College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1272 and Above Good >98%
1195 to 1272 Avg + 96%-98%
1118 to 1195 Avg - 93%-96%
1041 to 1118 Reach 87%-93%
Less than 1041 Low <87%
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EC ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

1%
ACT Scores for Elmira College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Elmira College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

69% of Elmira College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 45% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Elmira College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 20%
Top 25% of class 45%
Top 50% of class 69%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Elmira College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 969 482 1,456
Accepted 938 455 1,397
Acceptance Rate 97% 94% 96%
Enrolled 100 71 172
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 11% 16% 12%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Elmira College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Elmira College 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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Elmira College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Elmira College often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=190983 IPEDS survey data for Elmira College.

Last updated February 24, 2024