University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Admission Requirements

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University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Admission Overview

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown admitted 94.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.57 GPA (A-) and SAT 985-1220 / ACT 22-27. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown 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

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

94.8%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for University of Pittsburgh Johnstown

Acceptance Rate

The University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown acceptance rate is 94.8%. Last year, 2,297 of 2,422 applicants were admitted. That is the 99th lowest acceptance rate in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown and can you get accepted?

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown 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.

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.57. 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

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.57

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.57

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown typically have around a 3.57 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. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #32 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

985-1220

Freshmen who sent SAT

49%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 500
  • Math 485
  • Composite 985
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Pittsburgh Johnstown

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 610
  • Math 610
  • Composite 1220
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Pittsburgh Johnstown

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown typically score around a 1100 SAT (middle 50% 985–1220) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 59th percentile nationally. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown ranks #81 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 985 to 1220

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown 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 1100 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 University of Pittsburgh Johnstown
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1220+ Above 75th >97%
1100 to 1220 Avg + 95%-97%
985 to 1100 Avg - 91%-95%
Below 985 Below mid-50 <91%

What do these figures mean?

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

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

22-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 19
  • Composite 22
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Pittsburgh Johnstown

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 27
  • Composite 27
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Pittsburgh Johnstown

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 22–27) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown places #45 among colleges in Pennsylvania for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 22 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 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 University of Pittsburgh Johnstown
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
27+ Above 75th >98%
24 to 27 Avg + 95%-98%
22 to 24 Avg - 92%-95%
Below 22 Below mid-50 <92%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

74% of University of Pittsburgh Johnstown freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 41% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of Pittsburgh Johnstown students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 15%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 74%

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.

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,279 1,143 2,422
Accepted 1,211 1,086 2,297
Acceptance Rate 95% 95% 95%
Enrolled 187 223 410
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 21% 18%

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

Application Requirements

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

University of Pittsburgh Johnstown 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 considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Pittsburgh Johnstown 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 University of Pittsburgh Johnstown
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

University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 94.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.57 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (985-1220); 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=215284.

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Last updated: August 2026