Capital University Admission Requirements

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Capital University Admission Overview

Capital University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Capital University admitted 70.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.63 GPA (A-) and SAT 910-1180 / ACT 18-25. Capital University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

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

Capital University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Capital University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

70.2%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

Low

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Acceptance Rate

The Capital University acceptance rate is 70.2%. Last year, 3,174 of 4,520 applicants were admitted. That is the 25th lowest acceptance rate in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

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

Capital University is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Capital University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.63. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Capital University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.63

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.63

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Capital University typically have around a 3.63 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Capital University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

24% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #18 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 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 Capital University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	24.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	23.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	16.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	12.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	11.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	12.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	2.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Capital University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

910-1180

Freshmen who sent SAT

15%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 450
Math 460
Composite 910

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 590
Math 590
Composite 1180

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Capital University typically score around a 1050 SAT (middle 50% 910–1180) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 49th percentile nationally. Capital University ranks #36 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 910 to 1180

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Capital University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1050 SAT score range.

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

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Capital University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1180+	Above 75th	>82%
1050 to 1180	Avg +	70%-82%
910 to 1050	Avg -	55%-70%
Below 910	Below mid-50	<55%

What do these figures mean?

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

Capital University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-25

Freshmen reporting ACT

39%

25th Percentile Scores

English 16
Math 17
Composite 18

75th Percentile Scores

English 24
Math 25
Composite 25

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Capital University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 18–25) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Capital University places #31 among colleges in Ohio for highest average ACT composite.

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

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Capital University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

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

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

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Capital University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
25+	Above 75th	>83%
21 to 25	Avg +	70%-83%
18 to 21	Avg -	57%-70%
Below 18	Below mid-50	<57%

How to read these figures

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

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Admission Statistics

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

Capital University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	2,510	2,008	4,520
Accepted	1,917	1,257	3,174
Acceptance Rate	76%	63%	70%
Enrolled	192	182	374
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	10%	14%	12%

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

Application Requirements

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

Capital University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered 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

May 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

243

Applicants have 243 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on May 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Capital 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 Capital University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

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

Admission summary

Capital University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 70.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.63 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (910-1180); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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