Mars Hill University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Mars Hill University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

74.2%

Admission Difficulty for Mars Hill University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Unavailable
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Mars Hill University is 74.2%. Its admission rate is the 33rd lowest in North Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

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

Mars Hill University is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,185 out of the 1,597 who applied were admitted.

Mars Hill University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.5. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Mars Hill University?

74% 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 Mars Hill University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.5 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school

Mars Hill University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.5

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Mars Hill University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Mars Hill University are to have around a 3.5 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Mars Hill University accepts 74% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Mars Hill University is 3.5 on the 4.0 scale. 26% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. 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 #19 in North Carolina for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Mars Hill University 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 3.5 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 Mars Hill University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	26.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	15.8%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	13.7%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	13.8%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	10.7%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	15.3%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	4.7%	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 2022

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Mars Hill University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Mars Hill University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT

61%

SAT Scores for Mars Hill University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	N/A
Math 25th Percentile	N/A
Composite 25th Percentile	N/A

SAT Scores for Mars Hill University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	N/A
Math 75th Percentile	N/A
Composite 75th Percentile	N/A
Average SAT Score	N/A

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Mars Hill University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT

63%

ACT Scores for Mars Hill University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	N/A
Math 25th Percentile	N/A
Composite 25th Percentile	N/A

ACT Scores for Mars Hill University
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 2022 starting class

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Admission Statistics

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

Mars Hill University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	793	804	1,597
Accepted	594	591	1,185
Acceptance Rate	75%	74%	74%
Enrolled	110	145	255
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	19%	25%	22%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Mars Hill University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Mars Hill University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted