Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Admission Requirements

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Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Admission Overview

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Kutztown University of Pennsylvania admitted 90.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.31 GPA (B+) and SAT 1120-1310. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 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

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

90.8%

Admission Standards

Challenging

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Acceptance Rate

The Kutztown University of Pennsylvania acceptance rate is 90.8%. Last year, 6,839 of 7,536 applicants were admitted. That is the 86th lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Kutztown University of Pennsylvania and can you get accepted?

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 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.

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.31. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.31

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.31

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania typically have around a 3.31 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. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #71 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 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 Kutztown University of Pennsylvania freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 11.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 15.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 16.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 16.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 20.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 9.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1120-1310

Freshmen who sent SAT

8%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 570
  • Math 550
  • Composite 1120
SAT 25th percentile scores for Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 670
  • Math 640
  • Composite 1310
SAT 75th percentile scores for Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania typically score around a 1220 SAT (middle 50% 1120–1310) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 78th percentile nationally. Kutztown University of Pennsylvania ranks #30 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1120 to 1310

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SAT policy

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 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 1220 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 Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1310+ Above 75th >95%
1220 to 1310 Avg + 91%-95%
1120 to 1220 Avg - 84%-91%
Below 1120 Below mid-50 <84%

What do these figures mean?

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

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 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 Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Kutztown University of Pennsylvania

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

64% of Kutztown University of Pennsylvania freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 30% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Kutztown University of Pennsylvania students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 10%
Top 25% of class 30%
Top 50% of class 64%

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.

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,228 3,308 7,536
Accepted 3,895 2,944 6,839
Acceptance Rate 92% 89% 91%
Enrolled 733 525 1,258
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 19% 18% 18%

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

Application Requirements

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

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 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 Required to be considered for admission
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 Required to be considered for admission

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is $35.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
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

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 90.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.31 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1120-1310); 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=213349.

GPA calculator: Kutztown University of Pennsylvania GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026