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Keuka College Admission Requirements

Keuka Park, New York

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Your chances of getting into Keuka College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

93.9%
Admission Difficulty for Keuka College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Keuka College is 93.9%.  Its admission rate is the 145th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

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

Keuka 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, 1,671 out of the 1,780 who applied were admitted.

Keuka College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.3. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Keuka College?

94% 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 Keuka College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.3 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1100 on the SAT

Keuka College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.3

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Keuka College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Keuka College are to have around a 3.3 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.3 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Keuka College accepts 94% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Keuka College is 3.3 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 #73 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Keuka 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 3.3 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 Keuka College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 19.13% Good
3.75 to 3.99 12.61% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.43% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 11.74% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.91% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 16.97% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 5.21% 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 2024

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Keuka College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Keuka College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 19% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1008-1183

Applicants Submitting SAT 

19%
SAT Scores for Keuka College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 510
Math 25th Percentile 498
Composite 25th Percentile 1008
SAT Scores for Keuka College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 590
Math 75th Percentile 593
Composite 75th Percentile 1183
Average SAT Score 1100

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Keuka College is 1100 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1008-1183. Students who get into Keuka College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Keuka College ranks #90 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1100 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Keuka College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1008 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1008, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 920, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Keuka 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 1100 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 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 1095, you have around a 94% chance of being admitted. A 1183 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 97% chance of getting in.

Keuka College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1183 and Above Good >97%
1095 to 1183 Avg + 94%-97%
1008 to 1095 Avg - 89%-94%
921 to 1008 Reach 81%-89%
Less than 921 Low <81%
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Keuka College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

2%
ACT Scores for Keuka College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Keuka 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 2023 starting class

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Keuka College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,383 397 1,780
Accepted 1,310 361 1,671
Acceptance Rate 95% 91% 94%
Enrolled 172 57 229
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 13% 16% 14%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Keuka 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
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 Keuka College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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