Cumberland University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Cumberland University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

66.2%

Admission Difficulty for Cumberland University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Unavailable
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at CU is 66.2%. Its admission rate is the 16th lowest in Tennessee.

Admission Selectivity

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

CU is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,415 out of the 2,137 who applied were admitted.

Cumberland University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.3. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 44% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into CU?

66% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Cumberland University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.3 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

CU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.3

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Cumberland University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into CU are to have around a 3.3 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as CU accepts 66% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at CU is 3.3 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 #33 in Tennessee for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since CU 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 3.3 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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CU SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Cumberland University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT

SAT Scores for Cumberland University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	N/A
Math 25th Percentile	N/A
Composite 25th Percentile	N/A

SAT Scores for Cumberland University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	N/A
Math 75th Percentile	N/A
Composite 75th Percentile	N/A
Average SAT Score	N/A

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

CU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT

96%

ACT Scores for Cumberland University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	N/A
Math 25th Percentile	N/A
Composite 25th Percentile	N/A

ACT Scores for Cumberland University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	N/A
Math 75th Percentile	N/A
Composite 75th Percentile	N/A
Average ACT Score	N/A

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

74% of Cumberland University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 34% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Cumberland University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	20%
Top 25% of class	34%
Top 50% of class	74%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Cumberland University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,194	943	2,137
Accepted	777	638	1,415
Acceptance Rate	65%	68%	66%
Enrolled	331	298	629
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	43%	47%	44%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Cumberland University is $25.

Application Requirements

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

Cumberland University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted