Molloy University Admission Requirements

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Molloy University Admission Overview

Molloy University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Molloy University admitted 81.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.2 GPA (B+) and SAT 1088-1290 / ACT 22-28. Molloy 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

Molloy University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

81.7%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Molloy University

Acceptance Rate

The Molloy University acceptance rate is 81.7%. Last year, 5,174 of 6,330 applicants were admitted. That is the 105th lowest acceptance rate in New York.

Admission Selectivity

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

Molloy 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.

Molloy University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.2. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Molloy University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.2

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.2

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Molloy University typically have around a 3.2 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Molloy University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #89 in New York for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Molloy University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 7.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 10.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 11.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 10.0% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 22.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 11.0% Avg -
2.00 to 2.49 24.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 5.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Molloy University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1088-1290

Freshmen who sent SAT

17%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 540
  • Math 548
  • Composite 1088
SAT 25th percentile scores for Molloy University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 640
  • Math 650
  • Composite 1290
SAT 75th percentile scores for Molloy University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Molloy University typically score around a 1190 SAT (middle 50% 1088–1290) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 74th percentile nationally. Molloy University ranks #66 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1088 to 1290

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Molloy 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 1190 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Molloy University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1290+ Above 75th >90%
1190 to 1290 Avg + 82%-90%
1088 to 1190 Avg - 71%-82%
Below 1088 Below mid-50 <71%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Molloy University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

22-28

Freshmen reporting ACT

4%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite 22
ACT 25th percentile scores for Molloy University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite 28
ACT 75th percentile scores for Molloy University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Molloy University typically have around a 25 ACT (mid-50 22–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 78th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Molloy University places #60 among colleges in New York for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 22 to 28

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Molloy University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 25.0 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Molloy University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
28+ Above 75th >90%
25 to 28 Avg + 82%-90%
22 to 25 Avg - 71%-82%
Below 22 Below mid-50 <71%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

55% of Molloy University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 24% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Molloy University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 24%
Top 25% of class 55%
Top 50% of class 85%

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Molloy University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,377 1,927 6,330
Accepted 3,633 1,536 5,174
Acceptance Rate 83% 80% 82%
Enrolled 439 181 621
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 12% 12%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

Molloy University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 required for admission, but considered if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Molloy University is $45.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Molloy University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Molloy University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 81.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.2 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1088-1290); 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=193292.

GPA calculator: Molloy University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026