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University of Toledo Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into University of Toledo

Open Admission Policy

Can I get into University of Toledo? University of Toledo is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult University of Toledo directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.

University of Toledo GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.56

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of Toledo?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into University of Toledo are to have around a 3.56 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.56 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as University of Toledo accepts 92% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at University of Toledo is 3.56 on the 4.0 scale. 24% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #25 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since University of Toledo 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 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted University of Toledo students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 23.84% Good
3.75 to 3.99 21.42% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 15.99% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.03% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 9.44% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.83% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 6.55% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.91% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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University of Toledo SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Toledo. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 15% of students submitted SAT scores and 34% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1060-1280

Applicants Submitting SAT 

15%
SAT Scores for University of Toledo
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 520
Math 25th Percentile 540
Composite 25th Percentile 1060
SAT Scores for University of Toledo
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 630
Math 75th Percentile 650
Composite 75th Percentile 1280
Average SAT Score 1170

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Toledo?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at University of Toledo is 1170 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1060-1280. Students who get into University of Toledo score in the top 49 percent of all SAT test takers..  University of Toledo ranks #21 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1170 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. University of Toledo regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1060 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1060, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 950, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Toledo is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1170 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1170, you have around a 92% chance of being admitted. A 1280 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 96% chance of getting in.

University of Toledo admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1280 and Above Good >96%
1170 to 1280 Avg + 92%-96%
1060 to 1170 Avg - 86%-92%
950 to 1060 Reach 76%-86%
Less than 950 Low <76%
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University of Toledo ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

21-28 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

34%
ACT Scores for University of Toledo
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 20
Math 25th Percentile 20
Composite 25th Percentile 21
ACT Scores for University of Toledo
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 27
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 28
Average ACT Score 24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into University of Toledo?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to University of Toledo is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 21 and 28.  The school ranks #19 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 21 and score in the score in the top 43 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 18.

34 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Toledo.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Toledo is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into University of Toledo for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 92% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 96% with a 28 ACT score.

University of Toledo admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
28 and Above Good >96%
24 to 28 Avg + 92%-96%
21 to 24 Avg - 87%-92%
18 to 21 Reach 79%-87%
Less than 18 Low <79%
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High School Class Rank

79% of University of Toledo freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 49% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Toledo students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 23%
Top 25% of class 49%
Top 50% of class 79%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Toledo is $40.

Application Requirements

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

University of Toledo Application Requirements
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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of Toledo
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=206084 IPEDS survey data for University of Toledo.

Last updated February 24, 2024