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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte Admission Requirements

Charlotte, North Carolina

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Your chances of getting into Johnson & Wales University Charlotte

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

73.3%
Admission Difficulty for Johnson & Wales University Charlotte
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is 73.3%.  Its admission rate is the 30th lowest in North Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte and can you get accepted?

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 3,469 out of the 4,730 who applied were admitted.

11% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

73% 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 Johnson & Wales University Charlotte you should:

  • Score 1010 on the SAT
  • Score 19 on the ACT

Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Johnson & Wales University Charlotte has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.

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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Johnson & Wales University Charlotte. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 11% of students submitted SAT scores and 10% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

890-1122

Applicants Submitting SAT 

11%
SAT Scores for Johnson & Wales University Charlotte
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 450
Math 25th Percentile 440
Composite 25th Percentile 890
SAT Scores for Johnson & Wales University Charlotte
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 562
Math 75th Percentile 560
Composite 75th Percentile 1122
Average SAT Score 1010

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Johnson & Wales University Charlotte?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is 1010 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 890-1122. Students who get into Johnson & Wales University Charlotte score in the top 79 percent of all SAT test takers..  Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte ranks #36 in the state of North Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1010 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 890 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 890, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 770, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Johnson & Wales University Charlotte 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 1010 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 1006, you have around a 73% chance of being admitted. A 1122 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

Johnson & Wales University Charlotte admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1122 and Above Good >84%
1006 to 1122 Avg + 73%-84%
890 to 1006 Avg - 59%-73%
774 to 890 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 774 Low <43%
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Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

16-22 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

10%
ACT Scores for Johnson & Wales University Charlotte
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 14
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 16
ACT Scores for Johnson & Wales University Charlotte
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 23
Math 75th Percentile 22
Composite 75th Percentile 22
Average ACT Score 19

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte is 19, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 16 and 22.  The school ranks #40 in North Carolina for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 19. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 16 and score in the score in the top 75 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 13.

10 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Johnson & Wales University Charlotte.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Johnson & Wales University Charlotte is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Johnson & Wales University-Charlotte for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 19 score has around 73% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 22 ACT score.

Johnson & Wales University Charlotte admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
22 and Above Good >84%
19 to 22 Avg + 73%-84%
16 to 19 Avg - 59%-73%
13 to 16 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 13 Low <43%
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Admission Statistics

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

Johnson & Wales University Charlotte admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,276 1,448 4,730
Accepted 2,479 985 3,469
Acceptance Rate 76% 68% 73%
Enrolled 257 134 392
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 10% 14% 11%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Johnson & Wales University Charlotte is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Johnson & Wales University Charlotte and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Johnson & Wales University Charlotte 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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Johnson & Wales University Charlotte
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=445708 IPEDS survey data for Johnson & Wales University Charlotte.

Last updated February 24, 2024