Pfeiffer University Admission Requirements

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Pfeiffer University Admission Overview

Pfeiffer University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Pfeiffer University admitted 96% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.18 GPA (B+). Pfeiffer University is test-free. SAT and ACT are not used for admission. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

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

Pfeiffer University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

96%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Pfeiffer University

Acceptance Rate

The Pfeiffer University acceptance rate is 96%. Last year, 1,477 of 1,538 applicants were admitted. That is the 56th lowest acceptance rate in North Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

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

Pfeiffer 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.

Pfeiffer University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.18. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Pfeiffer University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.18

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.18

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Pfeiffer University typically have around a 3.18 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. Pfeiffer University is test-free, so GPA is the main academic number in the file.

The school ranks #35 in North Carolina 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 Pfeiffer University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 1.61% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.67% Good
3.50 to 3.74 15.05% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 13.98% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 18.28% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 22.58% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 11.29% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.54% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Pfeiffer University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

891-1165

Freshmen who sent SAT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 448
  • Math 443
  • Composite 891
SAT 25th percentile scores for Pfeiffer University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 580
  • Math 585
  • Composite 1165
SAT 75th percentile scores for Pfeiffer University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Pfeiffer University typically score around a 1030 SAT (middle 50% 891–1165) out of 1600. These figures are from the last year SAT scores were reported, not a cutoff. SAT is not used for admission, even if you send it. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 45th percentile nationally. Pfeiffer University ranks #36 in the state of North Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 891 to 1165

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View other colleges which accept students in the 1030 SAT score range.

SAT scores are from the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used for admission.

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

Pfeiffer University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-25

Freshmen reporting ACT

4%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 16
  • Math 18
  • Composite 18
ACT 25th percentile scores for Pfeiffer University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 24
  • Math 25
  • Composite 25
ACT 75th percentile scores for Pfeiffer University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Pfeiffer University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 18–25) on the 36 scale. These numbers come from the last year ACT scores were reported, not a minimum for admission. ACT is not considered, even if you submit it. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Pfeiffer University places #30 among colleges in North Carolina for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 25

1 9 18 27 36

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 ACT score range.

ACT figures reflect the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used in admission.

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

68% of Pfeiffer University freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Pfeiffer University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 1.92%
Top 25% of class 9.62%
Top 50% of class 32%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

Compare your GPA with last year's enrolled class and this school's acceptance rate. SAT and ACT are not used.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Pfeiffer University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 856 682 1,538
Accepted 822 655 1,477
Acceptance Rate 96% 96% 96%
Enrolled 80 123 203
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 10% 19% 14%

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

Application Requirements

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

Pfeiffer University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

328

Applicants have 328 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 15, 2027.

Application Fee

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

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Pfeiffer University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

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

Admission summary

Pfeiffer University is test-free for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 96% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.18 GPA (about an B+ average). 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=199306.

GPA calculator: Pfeiffer University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026