Muhlenberg College Admission Requirements
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Muhlenberg College Admission Overview
Muhlenberg College admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Muhlenberg College admitted 72% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.44 GPA (B+) and SAT 1250-1410 / ACT 29-33. Muhlenberg 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
Muhlenberg College is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Muhlenberg College Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
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Admission difficulty for Muhlenberg College
Acceptance Rate
The Muhlenberg College acceptance rate is 72%. Last year, 3,573 of 4,963 applicants were admitted. That is the 37th lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Muhlenberg College and can you get accepted?
Muhlenberg College 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.
Muhlenberg College typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.44. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Muhlenberg College GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.44Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.44
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Muhlenberg College typically have around a 3.44 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. Muhlenberg College is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #55 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.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Muhlenberg College SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1250-1410Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
16%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 640
- Math 610
- Composite 1250
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 710
- Math 700
- Composite 1410
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Muhlenberg College typically score around a 1330 SAT (middle 50% 1250–1410) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 90th percentile nationally. Muhlenberg College ranks #15 in the state of Pennsylvania and #164 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1250 to 1410
SAT policy
Muhlenberg 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 1330 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Muhlenberg College ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
29-33Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
6%25th Percentile Scores
- English 30
- Math 25
- Composite 29
75th Percentile Scores
- English 35
- Math 30
- Composite 33
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Muhlenberg College typically have around a 31 ACT (mid-50 29–33) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 95th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Muhlenberg College places #12 among colleges in Pennsylvania and #116 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 29 to 33
ACT policy
You may apply to Muhlenberg College without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 31.0 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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
69% of Muhlenberg College freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 35% are in the top ten percent.
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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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Muhlenberg College and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Feb 1, 2027Days left to Apply
154Applicants have 154 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Muhlenberg College is $50.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Muhlenberg College is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 72% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.44 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1250-1410); 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=214175.
GPA calculator: Muhlenberg College GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026