Cedarville University Admission Requirements

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Cedarville University Admission Overview

Cedarville University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Cedarville University admitted 65.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.9 GPA (A) and SAT 1130-1360 / ACT 22-29. Cedarville 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

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

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Cedarville University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

65.3%

Admission Standards

Difficult

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Cedarville University acceptance rate is 65.3%. Last year, 3,459 of 5,298 applicants were admitted. That is the 21st lowest acceptance rate in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

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

Cedarville 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. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.

Cedarville University typically attracts "A" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.9. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 34% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Cedarville University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.9

Typical High School Grades

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.9

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Cedarville University typically have around a 3.9 GPA (A) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have exceptionally good grades. Cedarville University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #1 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 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 Cedarville University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	8.9%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	63.5%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	15.1%	Reach
3.25 to 3.49	6.7%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	3.8%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	2.0%	Low
2.00 to 2.49	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

Cedarville University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1130-1360

Freshmen who sent SAT

35%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 580
Math 550
Composite 1130

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 690
Math 670
Composite 1360

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Cedarville University typically score around a 1250 SAT (middle 50% 1130–1360) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 82nd percentile nationally. Cedarville University ranks #12 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1130 to 1360

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Cedarville 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 1250 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 Cedarville University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1360+	Above 75th	>78%
1250 to 1360	Avg +	66%-78%
1130 to 1250	Avg -	49%-66%
Below 1130	Below mid-50	<49%

What do these figures mean?

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

Cedarville University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

22-29

Freshmen reporting ACT

44%

25th Percentile Scores

English 22
Math 21
Composite 22

75th Percentile Scores

English 31
Math 28
Composite 29

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Cedarville University typically have around a 25 ACT (mid-50 22–29) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 78th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Cedarville University places #16 among colleges in Ohio for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 22 to 29

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 25.0 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 Cedarville University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
29+	Above 75th	>79%
25 to 29	Avg +	65%-79%
22 to 25	Avg -	52%-65%
Below 22	Below mid-50	<52%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

63% of Cedarville University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Cedarville University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	28%
Top 25% of class	63%
Top 50% of class	89%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Cedarville University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	3,119	2,179	5,298
Accepted	1,936	1,523	3,459
Acceptance Rate	62%	70%	65%
Enrolled	640	536	1,176
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	33%	35%	34%

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

Application Requirements

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

Cedarville 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Cedarville University is $30.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Cedarville 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

Cedarville University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 65.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.9 GPA (about an A average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1130-1360); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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