Your chances of getting into Benedict College
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.
Benedict College GPA
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Benedict College has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.
Benedict College SAT Scores
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 Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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Reading 25th Percentile | 420 |
Math 25th Percentile | 400 |
Composite 25th Percentile | 820 |
SAT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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Reading 75th Percentile | 520 |
Math 75th Percentile | 500 |
Composite 75th Percentile | 1020 |
Average SAT Score | 920
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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.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting classChance 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.
Benedict College ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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Reading 25th Percentile | N/A |
Math 25th Percentile | N/A |
Composite 25th Percentile | N/A |
ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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Reading 75th Percentile | N/A |
Math 75th Percentile | N/A |
Composite 75th Percentile | N/A |
Average ACT Score | N/A |
Applying
Fall 2024 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 86 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Feb 15, 2025.
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?
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 considered for admission, even if submitted |
Demonstration of Competencies | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
Credits Accepted
AP Credit | Yes |
Dual Credit | Yes |
Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=217721 IPEDS survey data for Benedict College.
Last updated February 24, 2024