Malone University Admission Requirements

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Malone University Admission Overview

Malone University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Malone University admitted 75.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.49 GPA (B+) and SAT 930-1180 / ACT 18-24. Malone 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

Malone University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

75.9%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Malone University

Acceptance Rate

The Malone University acceptance rate is 75.9%. Last year, 996 of 1,313 applicants were admitted. That is the 36th lowest acceptance rate in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

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

Malone 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.

Malone University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.49. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Malone University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.49

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.49

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Malone University typically have around a 3.49 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Malone University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #31 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 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 Malone University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 13.51% Good
3.75 to 3.99 25.23% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.47% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 16.67% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 11.71% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 11.71% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.25% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.45% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Malone University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

930-1180

Freshmen who sent SAT

10%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 470
  • Math 460
  • Composite 930
SAT 25th percentile scores for Malone University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 590
  • Math 590
  • Composite 1180
SAT 75th percentile scores for Malone University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Malone University typically score around a 1060 SAT (middle 50% 930–1180) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 51st percentile nationally. Malone University ranks #34 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 930 to 1180

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Malone 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 1060 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 Malone University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1180+ Above 75th >86%
1060 to 1180 Avg + 76%-86%
930 to 1060 Avg - 62%-76%
Below 930 Below mid-50 <62%

What do these figures mean?

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

Malone University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

65%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 16
  • Math 17
  • Composite 18
ACT 25th percentile scores for Malone University

75th Percentile Scores

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

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Malone University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 18–24) 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. Malone University places #38 among colleges in Ohio for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Malone 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 Malone University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >86%
21 to 24 Avg + 76%-86%
18 to 21 Avg - 62%-76%
Below 18 Below mid-50 <62%

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Malone University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 795 511 1,313
Accepted 619 373 996
Acceptance Rate 78% 73% 76%
Enrolled 144 86 230
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 23% 23% 23%

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

Application Requirements

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

Malone 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 Required to be considered for admission
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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Malone University is $20.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Malone 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

Malone University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 75.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.49 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (930-1180); otherwise withhold. 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=203775.

GPA calculator: Malone University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026