Brevard College Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Brevard College is 39.9%.  Its admission rate is the 8th lowest in North Carolina and the 160th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Brevard College is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 880 out of the 2,206 who applied were admitted.

Brevard College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.07. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Brevard College?

40% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Brevard College you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.07 or better
• Earn B grades in high school
• Score 1060 on the SAT
• Score 20 on the ACT
• Graduate in the top half of your high school class

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into Brevard College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Brevard College are to have around a 3.07 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Brevard College will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Brevard College is 3.07 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #42 in North Carolina for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Brevard 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 3.1 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Brevard College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 18% of students submitted SAT scores and 37% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Brevard College is 1060 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 965-1155. Students who get into Brevard College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Brevard College ranks #29 in the state of North Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1060 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Brevard College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 965 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 965, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 870, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Brevard 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 1060 SAT score range.

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 1060, you have around a 40% chance of being admitted. A 1155 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 56% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Brevard College is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 23.  The school ranks #33 in North Carolina for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

37 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Brevard College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Brevard 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

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Brevard College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 40% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 59% with a 23 ACT score.

High School Class Rank

62% of Brevard College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 24% are in the top quarter.

Admission Statistics

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

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Brevard College is highly competitive, you have a moderate chance of acceptance depending on your GPA and test scores. If you earn at least a 3.07 GPA, you will have a fair shot at getting in. Additionally, you should score a 1060 on the SAT or 20 on the ACT to be competitive. If you can score a 1155 SAT you will be a very strong applicant.