Howard Payne University Admission Requirements

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Howard Payne University Admission Overview

Howard Payne University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Howard Payne University admitted 67.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.3 GPA (B+) and SAT 880-1160 / ACT 16-27. Howard Payne 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

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

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Howard Payne University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

67.4%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Howard Payne University acceptance rate is 67.4%. Last year, 801 of 1,189 applicants were admitted. That is the 24th lowest acceptance rate in Texas.

Admission Selectivity

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

Howard Payne 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.

Howard Payne University typically 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. 27% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Howard Payne University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.3

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.3

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Howard Payne University typically have around a 3.3 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. Howard Payne University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #46 in Texas for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Howard Payne University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

880-1160

Freshmen who sent SAT

41%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 440
Math 440
Composite 880

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 610
Math 550
Composite 1160

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Howard Payne University typically score around a 1020 SAT (middle 50% 880–1160) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 43rd percentile nationally. Howard Payne University ranks #48 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 880 to 1160

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SAT policy

Howard Payne 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 1020 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 Howard Payne University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1160+	Above 75th	>79%
1020 to 1160	Avg +	67%-79%
880 to 1020	Avg -	52%-67%
Below 880	Below mid-50	<52%

What do these figures mean?

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

Howard Payne University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

16-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

17%

25th Percentile Scores

English 14
Math 15
Composite 16

75th Percentile Scores

English 26
Math 26
Composite 27

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Howard Payne University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 16–27) 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. Howard Payne University places #33 among colleges in Texas for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Howard Payne 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 Howard Payne University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
27+	Above 75th	>80%
21 to 27	Avg +	67%-80%
16 to 21	Avg -	53%-67%
Below 16	Below mid-50	<53%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

62% of Howard Payne University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Howard Payne University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	9%
Top 25% of class	26%
Top 50% of class	62%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

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Admission Statistics

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

Howard Payne University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	626	563	1,189
Accepted	424	377	801
Acceptance Rate	68%	67%	67%
Enrolled	87	129	216
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	21%	34%	27%

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

Application Requirements

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

Howard Payne 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	Required to be considered for admission
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

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Howard Payne 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 Howard Payne University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

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

Admission summary

Howard Payne University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 67.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.3 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (880-1160); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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