Mount Marty University Admission Requirements

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Mount Marty University Admission Overview

Mount Marty University admission requirements are competitive. Last year Mount Marty University admitted 42.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.35 GPA (B+) and SAT 810-1050 / ACT 19-24. Mount Marty 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

Mount Marty University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

42.6%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Mount Marty University

Acceptance Rate

The Mount Marty University acceptance rate is 42.6%. Last year, 745 of 1,750 applicants were admitted. That is the lowest acceptance rate in South Dakota and the 193rd lowest in the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Mount Marty University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Mount Marty University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.35. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Mount Marty University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.35

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.35

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Mount Marty University typically have around a 3.35 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Mount Marty University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #8 in South Dakota for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Mount Marty University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 10.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 23.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 11.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 9.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 18.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 8.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Mount Marty University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

810-1050

Freshmen who sent SAT

-

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 410
  • Math 400
  • Composite 810
SAT 25th percentile scores for Mount Marty University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 540
  • Math 510
  • Composite 1050
SAT 75th percentile scores for Mount Marty University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Mount Marty University typically score around a 930 SAT (middle 50% 810–1050) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 27th percentile nationally. Mount Marty University ranks #9 in the state of South Dakota for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 810 to 1050

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Mount Marty 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 930 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 Mount Marty University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1050+ Above 75th >59%
930 to 1050 Avg + 43%-59%
810 to 930 Avg - 28%-43%
Below 810 Below mid-50 <28%

What do these figures mean?

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

Mount Marty University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

48%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 16
  • Math 18
  • Composite 19
ACT 25th percentile scores for Mount Marty University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 23
  • Math 24
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for Mount Marty University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Mount Marty University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 19–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Mount Marty University places #8 among colleges in South Dakota for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 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 Mount Marty University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >62%
21 to 24 Avg + 43%-62%
19 to 21 Avg - 31%-43%
Below 19 Below mid-50 <31%

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.

Mount Marty University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 687 1,063 1,750
Accepted 284 461 745
Acceptance Rate 41% 43% 43%
Enrolled 74 96 170
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 26% 21% 23%

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

Application Requirements

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

Mount Marty 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even 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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Mount Marty 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 Mount Marty 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

Mount Marty University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 42.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.35 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (810-1050); 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=219198.

GPA calculator: Mount Marty University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026