Benedict College Admission Requirements

Open Admission Policy

Can I get into Benedict College? Benedict College is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult Benedict College directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Benedict College has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Benedict College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 16% of students submitted SAT scores.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Benedict College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Benedict College is 920 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 820-1020. Students who get into Benedict College score in the top 88 percent of all SAT test takers..  Benedict College ranks #30 in the state of South Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 920 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Benedict College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 820 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 820, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 720, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Benedict College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 920 SAT score range.

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 920, you have around a 68% chance of being admitted. A 1020 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 80% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Benedict College is $25.

Application Requirements

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

Credits Accepted