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

Your chances of getting into Shaw University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

30.5%

Admission Difficulty for Shaw University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Unavailable
Applicant Competition		High

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Shaw University is 30.5%. Its admission rate is the 6th lowest in North Carolina and the 109th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Shaw University is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 3,261 out of the 10,699 who applied were admitted.

Shaw University typically accepts and attracts "C+" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.6. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 6% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Shaw University?

30% 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 Shaw University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 2.6 or better
Earn C+ grades in high school

Shaw University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

2.6

Typical High School Grades

C+

What GPA do you need to get into Shaw University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Shaw University are to have around a 2.6 high school GPA. You can get into Shaw University with below average high school grades.

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

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Shaw University is 2.6 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn C+ letter grades and regularly score around 77-79 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #56 in North Carolina for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Shaw 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 2.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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Shaw University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

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

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT

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

SAT Scores for Shaw 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 2023 starting class

Shaw University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT

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

ACT Scores for Shaw 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 2023 starting class

High School Class Rank

82% of Shaw University freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Shaw University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	5%
Top 25% of class	5%
Top 50% of class	18%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Shaw University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	6,281	4,329	10,699
Accepted	1,955	1,293	3,261
Acceptance Rate	31%	30%	30%
Enrolled	71	115	186
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	4%	9%	6%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 30, 2025

Days left to Apply

133

Applicants have 133 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jul 30, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Shaw University is $25.

Application Requirements

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

Shaw 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	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted