Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Admission Requirements

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Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Admission Overview

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus admitted 90.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.39 GPA (B+) and SAT 970-1180 / ACT 20-27. Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus 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

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

90.8%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus

Acceptance Rate

The Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus acceptance rate is 90.8%. Last year, 7,478 of 8,238 applicants were admitted. That is the 85th lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus and can you get accepted?

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus 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.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.39. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 24% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.39

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.39

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus typically have around a 3.39 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. Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #66 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 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 Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 19.56% Good
3.75 to 3.99 12.97% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 15.13% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 14.3% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.09% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 18.99% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 6.27% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.63% Reach
less than 1.00 0.06% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

970-1180

Freshmen who sent SAT

28%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 490
  • Math 480
  • Composite 970
SAT 25th percentile scores for Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 600
  • Math 580
  • Composite 1180
SAT 75th percentile scores for Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus typically score around a 1080 SAT (middle 50% 970–1180) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 55th percentile nationally. Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus ranks #91 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 970 to 1180

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus 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 1080 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 Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1180+ Above 75th >95%
1080 to 1180 Avg + 91%-95%
970 to 1080 Avg - 84%-91%
Below 970 Below mid-50 <84%

What do these figures mean?

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

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 17
  • Math 17
  • Composite 20
ACT 25th percentile scores for Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 25
  • Composite 27
ACT 75th percentile scores for Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus typically have around a 23 ACT (mid-50 20–27) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 68th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus places #48 among colleges in Pennsylvania for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 23.0 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 Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
27+ Above 75th >95%
23 to 27 Avg + 91%-95%
20 to 23 Avg - 85%-91%
Below 20 Below mid-50 <85%

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 Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 29% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 8%
Top 25% of class 29%
Top 50% of class 63%

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.

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 5,377 2,861 8,238
Accepted 4,935 2,543 7,478
Acceptance Rate 92% 89% 91%
Enrolled 1,127 665 1,792
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 23% 26% 24%

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

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus 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 Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus 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 Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus
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

Indiana University of Pennsylvania-Main Campus is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 90.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.39 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (970-1180); 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=213020.

GPA calculator: Indiana University of Pennsylvania Main Campus GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026