Houghton University Admission Requirements
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Houghton University Admission Overview
Houghton University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Houghton University admitted 88.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.25 GPA (B+) and SAT 1170-1375 / ACT 26-31. Houghton 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
Houghton University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Houghton 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.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for Houghton University
Acceptance Rate
The Houghton University acceptance rate is 88.7%. Last year, 923 of 1,041 applicants were admitted. That is the 123rd lowest acceptance rate in New York.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Houghton University and can you get accepted?
Houghton 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. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.
Houghton University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.25. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Houghton University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.25Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.25
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Houghton University typically have around a 3.25 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. Houghton University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #82 in New York for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Houghton University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1170-1375Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
24%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 600
- Math 570
- Composite 1170
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 695
- Math 680
- Composite 1375
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Houghton University typically score around a 1270 SAT (middle 50% 1170–1375) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 85th percentile nationally. Houghton University ranks #33 in the state of New York and #239 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1170 to 1375
SAT policy
Houghton 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 1270 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
Houghton 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.
26-31Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
3%25th Percentile Scores
- English 28
- Math 26
- Composite 26
75th Percentile Scores
- English 33
- Math 29
- Composite 31
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Houghton University typically have around a 28 ACT (mid-50 26–31) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 88th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Houghton University places #29 among colleges in New York and #231 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 26 to 31
ACT policy
You may apply to Houghton University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 28.0 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
51% of Houghton University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 27% are in the top ten percent.
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 Houghton 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 Houghton University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Houghton University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 88.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.25 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1170-1375); 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=191676.
GPA calculator: Houghton University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026