Seton Hill University Admission Requirements

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Seton Hill University Admission Overview

Seton Hill University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Seton Hill University admitted 79.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.74 GPA (A-) and SAT 1020-1240 / ACT 19-27. Seton Hill 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

Seton Hill University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Seton Hill University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

79.5%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The Seton Hill University acceptance rate is 79.5%. Last year, 2,315 of 2,911 applicants were admitted. That is the 57th lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

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

Seton Hill University 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.

Seton Hill University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.74. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Seton Hill University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.74

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.74

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Seton Hill University typically have around a 3.74 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Seton Hill University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

40% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #14 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 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 Seton Hill University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	40.47%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	13.49%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	17.89%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	12.9%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	8.5%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	5.87%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	0.88%	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

Seton Hill University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1020-1240

Freshmen who sent SAT

36%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 510
Math 510
Composite 1020

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 620
Math 620
Composite 1240

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Seton Hill University typically score around a 1130 SAT (middle 50% 1020–1240) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 64th percentile nationally. Seton Hill University ranks #71 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1020 to 1240

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Seton Hill 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 1130 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 Seton Hill University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1240+	Above 75th	>88%
1130 to 1240	Avg +	80%-88%
1020 to 1130	Avg -	68%-80%
Below 1020	Below mid-50	<68%

What do these figures mean?

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

Seton Hill University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English N/A
Math N/A
Composite 19

75th Percentile Scores

English N/A
Math N/A
Composite 27

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Seton Hill University typically have around a 23 ACT (mid-50 19–27) 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. Seton Hill University places #51 among colleges in Pennsylvania for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Seton Hill University 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 Seton Hill University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
27+	Above 75th	>88%
23 to 27	Avg +	80%-88%
19 to 23	Avg -	68%-80%
Below 19	Below mid-50	<68%

How to read these figures

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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Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

Seton Hill University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,674	1,237	2,911
Accepted	1,378	937	2,315
Acceptance Rate	82%	76%	80%
Enrolled	184	146	330
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	13%	16%	14%

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

Application Requirements

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

Seton Hill University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
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 considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

348

Applicants have 348 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 15, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Seton Hill University 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 Seton Hill University
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

Seton Hill University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 79.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.74 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1020-1240); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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