Touro University Admission Requirements

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Touro University Admission Overview

Touro University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Touro University admitted 60.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.17 GPA (B+) and SAT 1218-1453 / ACT 24-32. Touro 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

Touro University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

60.8%

Admission Standards

Very High

Applicant Competition

Low

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Admission difficulty for Touro University

Acceptance Rate

The Touro University acceptance rate is 60.8%. Last year, 1,309 of 2,152 applicants were admitted. That is the 48th lowest acceptance rate in New York.

Admission Selectivity

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

Touro University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong 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.

Touro University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.17. 43% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Touro University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.17

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.17

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Touro University typically have around a 3.17 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. Touro University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

27% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #94 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 Touro University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 27.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 13.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 13.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 20.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 7.0% Avg -
2.00 to 2.49 15.0% 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

Touro University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1218-1453

Freshmen who sent SAT

11%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 630
  • Math 588
  • Composite 1218
SAT 25th percentile scores for Touro University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 730
  • Math 723
  • Composite 1453
SAT 75th percentile scores for Touro University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Touro University typically score around a 1340 SAT (middle 50% 1218–1453) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 91st percentile nationally. Touro University ranks #24 in the state of New York and #158 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1218 to 1453

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Touro 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 1340 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 Touro University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1453+ Above 75th >75%
1340 to 1453 Avg + 62%-75%
1218 to 1340 Avg - 45%-62%
Below 1218 Below mid-50 <45%

What do these figures mean?

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

Touro University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

24-32

Freshmen reporting ACT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 21
  • Composite 24
ACT 25th percentile scores for Touro University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 34
  • Math 30
  • Composite 32
ACT 75th percentile scores for Touro University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Touro University typically have around a 28 ACT (mid-50 24–32) 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. Touro University places #37 among colleges in New York and #239 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 24 to 32

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Touro 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Touro University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
32+ Above 75th >75%
28 to 32 Avg + 61%-75%
24 to 28 Avg - 45%-61%
Below 24 Below mid-50 <45%

How to read these figures

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

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.

Touro University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,454 692 2,152
Accepted 859 448 1,309
Acceptance Rate 59% 65% 61%
Enrolled 359 210 569
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 42% 47% 43%

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

Application Requirements

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

Touro University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Required to be considered for admission

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Touro University is $60.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Touro 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

Touro University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 60.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.17 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1218-1453); 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=196592.

GPA calculator: Touro University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026