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Iona College Admission Requirements

New Rochelle, New York

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Your chances of getting into Iona College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

96.4%
Admission Difficulty for Iona College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Challenging 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Iona College is 96.4%.  Its admission rate is the 154th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

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

Iona 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, 6,004 out of the 6,228 who applied were admitted.

Iona College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.4. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Iona College?

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 Iona College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.4 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1120 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Iona College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.4

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Iona College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Iona College are to have around a 3.4 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.4 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Iona College accepts 96% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Iona College is 3.4 on the 4.0 scale. 25% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. 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 #63 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Iona College 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 3.4 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 Iona College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 25.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 11.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 9.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 17.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 7.0% 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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Iona College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Iona College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 9% 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 

1030-1210

Applicants Submitting SAT 

9%
SAT Scores for Iona College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 520
Math 25th Percentile 510
Composite 25th Percentile 1030
SAT Scores for Iona College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 610
Math 75th Percentile 600
Composite 75th Percentile 1210
Average SAT Score 1120

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Iona College is 1120 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1030-1210. Students who get into Iona College score in the top 55 percent of all SAT test takers..  Iona College ranks #79 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1120 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Iona College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1030 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1030, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 940, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Iona 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 1120 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 1120, you have around a 96% chance of being admitted. A 1210 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 98% chance of getting in.

Iona College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1210 and Above Good >98%
1120 to 1210 Avg + 96%-98%
1030 to 1120 Avg - 93%-96%
940 to 1030 Reach 87%-93%
Less than 940 Low <87%
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Iona College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

23-31 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

1%
ACT Scores for Iona College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile 23
ACT Scores for Iona College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile 31
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Iona College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Iona College is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 23 and 31.  The school ranks #44 in New York for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 23 and score in the score in the top 32 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 19.

1 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Iona College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Iona College 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 Iona College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 96% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 98% with a 31 ACT score.

Iona College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
31 and Above Good >98%
27 to 31 Avg + 96%-98%
23 to 27 Avg - 93%-96%
19 to 23 Reach 87%-93%
Less than 19 Low <87%
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High School Class Rank

60% of Iona College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Iona College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 5%
Top 25% of class 26%
Top 50% of class 60%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Iona College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,561 2,631 6,228
Accepted 3,453 2,517 6,004
Acceptance Rate 97% 96% 96%
Enrolled 428 381 809
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 15% 13%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

86

Applicants have 86 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Feb 15, 2025.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Iona 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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Iona College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Iona College 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 3.4 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1120 and ACT of 27 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=191931 IPEDS survey data for Iona College.

Last updated February 24, 2024