Tulsa University Admission Requirements

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Tulsa University Admission Overview

Tulsa University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Tulsa University admitted 61.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.97 GPA (A) and SAT 1223-1530 / ACT 25-34. Tulsa 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

Tulsa University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

61.5%

Admission Standards

Exceptional

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for University of Tulsa

Acceptance Rate

The Tulsa University acceptance rate is 61.5%. Last year, 3,150 of 5,121 applicants were admitted. That is the 4th lowest acceptance rate in Oklahoma.

Admission Selectivity

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

Tulsa 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.

University of Tulsa typically attracts "A" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.97. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Tulsa University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.97

Typical High School Grades

A

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.97

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Tulsa University typically have around a 3.97 GPA (A) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have exceptionally good grades. Tulsa University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

54% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #1 in Oklahoma for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 4.0 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 University of Tulsa freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 54.37% Avg +
3.75 to 3.99 17.13% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 11.54% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 8.39% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 5.42% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 2.97% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.18% 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

Tulsa University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1223-1530

Freshmen who sent SAT

23%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 610
  • Math 613
  • Composite 1223
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Tulsa

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 760
  • Math 770
  • Composite 1530
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Tulsa

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Tulsa University typically score around a 1380 SAT (middle 50% 1223–1530) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 94th percentile nationally. Tulsa University ranks #1 in the state of Oklahoma and #120 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1223 to 1530

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Tulsa 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 1380 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 University of Tulsa
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1530+ Above 75th >76%
1380 to 1530 Avg + 62%-76%
1223 to 1380 Avg - 46%-62%
Below 1223 Below mid-50 <46%

What do these figures mean?

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

Tulsa University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

25-34

Freshmen reporting ACT

52%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 25
  • Composite 25
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Tulsa

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 35
  • Math 34
  • Composite 34
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Tulsa

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Tulsa University typically have around a 29 ACT (mid-50 25–34) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 91st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Tulsa University places #1 among colleges in Oklahoma and #182 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 25 to 34

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 29.0 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 University of Tulsa
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
34+ Above 75th >77%
29 to 34 Avg + 62%-77%
25 to 29 Avg - 48%-62%
Below 25 Below mid-50 <48%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

68% of University of Tulsa freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 42% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Tulsa students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 42%
Top 25% of class 68%
Top 50% of class 91%

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.

University of Tulsa admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,864 2,224 5,121
Accepted 1,577 1,562 3,150
Acceptance Rate 55% 70% 62%
Enrolled 337 396 733
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 21% 25% 23%

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

Application Requirements

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

University of Tulsa 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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Tulsa is $50.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Tulsa
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

Tulsa University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 61.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.97 GPA (about an A average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1223-1530); 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=207971.

GPA calculator: University of Tulsa GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026