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Your chances of getting into Presbyterian College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

59.4%
Admission Difficulty for Presbyterian College
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Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at PC is 59.4%.  Its admission rate is the 8th lowest in South Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

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

PC is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,977 out of the 3,329 who applied were admitted.

Presbyterian College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.6. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into PC?

59% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Presbyterian College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.6 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1150 on the SAT
  • Score 24 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

PC GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.6

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Presbyterian College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into PC are to have around a 3.6 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as PC accepts 59% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at PC is 3.6 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #17 in South Carolina for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since PC is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Presbyterian College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 9.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 22.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 21.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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PC SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Presbyterian College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 20% of students submitted SAT scores and 14% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1020-1270

Applicants Submitting SAT 

20%
SAT Scores for Presbyterian College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 500
Math 25th Percentile 520
Composite 25th Percentile 1020
SAT Scores for Presbyterian College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 640
Math 75th Percentile 630
Composite 75th Percentile 1270
Average SAT Score 1150

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at PC is 1150 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1020-1270. Students who get into Presbyterian College score in the top 57 percent of all SAT test takers..  PC ranks #7 in the state of South Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1150 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. PC regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1020 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1020, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 890, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Presbyterian 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 1150 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

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 1145, you have around a 59% chance of being admitted. A 1270 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 73% chance of getting in.

Presbyterian College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1270 and Above Good >73%
1145 to 1270 Avg + 59%-73%
1020 to 1145 Avg - 43%-59%
895 to 1020 Reach 29%-43%
Less than 895 Low <29%
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PC ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

21-27 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

14%
ACT Scores for Presbyterian College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 19
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 21
ACT Scores for Presbyterian College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 27
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 27
Average ACT Score 24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into PC?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to PC is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 21 and 27.  The school ranks #7 in South Carolina for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 21 and score in the score in the top 43 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 18.

14 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Presbyterian College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Presbyterian College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into PC for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 59% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 73% with a 27 ACT score.

Presbyterian College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
27 and Above Good >73%
24 to 27 Avg + 59%-73%
21 to 24 Avg - 43%-59%
18 to 21 Reach 29%-43%
Less than 18 Low <29%
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High School Class Rank

52% of Presbyterian College freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 20% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Presbyterian College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 20%
Top 25% of class 52%
Top 50% of class 86%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Presbyterian College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,617 1,712 3,329
Accepted 1,018 959 1,977
Acceptance Rate 63% 56% 59%
Enrolled 123 149 272
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 16% 14%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Sep 21, 2024

Days left to Apply

None

The application deadline for Fall 2024 has passed. Applications were due on Sep 21, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Presbyterian College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Presbyterian College Application Requirements
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 Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Presbyterian College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because PC is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.6 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1150 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1270 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 24 on the ACT places you in a strong position.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218539 IPEDS survey data for Presbyterian College.

Last updated February 24, 2024