Converse University Admission Requirements

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Converse University Admission Overview

Converse University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Converse University admitted 67.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.89 GPA (A) and SAT 1010-1250 / ACT 19-26. Converse 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

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

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Converse University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

67.7%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Converse University acceptance rate is 67.7%. Last year, 2,018 of 2,979 applicants were admitted. That is the 13th lowest acceptance rate in South Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

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

Converse University 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.

Converse University typically attracts "A" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.89. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Converse University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.89

Typical High School Grades

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.89

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Converse University typically have around a 3.89 GPA (A) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have exceptionally good grades. Converse University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #4 in South Carolina for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.9 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Converse University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1010-1250

Freshmen who sent SAT

24%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 510
Math 500
Composite 1010

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 630
Math 620
Composite 1250

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Converse University typically score around a 1130 SAT (middle 50% 1010–1250) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 64th percentile nationally. Converse University ranks #10 in the state of South Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1010 to 1250

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Converse 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 Converse University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1250+	Above 75th	>80%
1130 to 1250	Avg +	68%-80%
1010 to 1130	Avg -	53%-68%
Below 1010	Below mid-50	<53%

What do these figures mean?

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

Converse University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-26

Freshmen reporting ACT

17%

25th Percentile Scores

English 19
Math 17
Composite 19

75th Percentile Scores

English 26
Math 25
Composite 26

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Converse University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 19–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Converse University places #14 among colleges in South Carolina for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 26

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Converse University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 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 Converse University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26+	Above 75th	>82%
22 to 26	Avg +	68%-82%
19 to 22	Avg -	55%-68%
Below 19	Below mid-50	<55%

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Converse University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	2,124	836	2,979
Accepted	1,520	489	2,018
Acceptance Rate	72%	58%	68%
Enrolled	181	58	242
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	12%	12%	12%

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

Application Requirements

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

Converse University 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 considered for admission, even 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

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

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Converse 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 Converse 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

Converse University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 67.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.89 GPA (about an A average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1010-1250); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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