Johnson College Admission Requirements

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Johnson College Admission Overview

Johnson College admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Johnson College admitted 97.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.95 GPA (B) and SAT 950-1140. Johnson College 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

Johnson College Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

97.9%

Admission Standards

Unavailable

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Johnson College

Acceptance Rate

The Johnson College acceptance rate is 97.9%. Last year, 426 of 435 applicants were admitted. That is the 114th lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Johnson College and can you get accepted?

Johnson College 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.

Johnson College typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.95. Of those admitted, 57% enrolled. That suggests Johnson College is a top choice for many students who are offered a place.

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

Johnson College GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

2.95

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.95

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Johnson College typically have around a 2.95 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have slightly below average high school grades. Johnson College is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #92 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.0 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Johnson College SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

950-1140

Freshmen who sent SAT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 480
  • Math 470
  • Composite 950
SAT 25th percentile scores for Johnson College

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 570
  • Math 570
  • Composite 1140
SAT 75th percentile scores for Johnson College

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Johnson College typically score around a 1050 SAT (middle 50% 950–1140) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 49th percentile nationally. Johnson College ranks #96 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 950 to 1140

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SAT policy

Johnson College 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 1050 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 Johnson College
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1140+ Above 75th >99%
1050 to 1140 Avg + 98%-99%
950 to 1050 Avg - 96%-98%
Below 950 Below mid-50 <96%

What do these figures mean?

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

Johnson College ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen reporting ACT

-

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for Johnson College

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Johnson College

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.

Johnson College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 74 361 435
Accepted 67 359 426
Acceptance Rate 91% 99% 98%
Enrolled 36 208 244
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 54% 58% 57%

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

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Johnson College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Johnson College 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted

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

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

243

Applicants have 243 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on May 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Johnson College 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 Johnson College
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

Johnson College is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 97.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.95 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (950-1140); 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=213233.

GPA calculator: Johnson College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026