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Johnson State College Admission Requirements

Johnson, Vermont

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Your chances of getting into Johnson State College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

72.9%
Admission Difficulty for Johnson State College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Johnson State College is 72.9%.  Its admission rate is the 7th lowest in Vermont.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Johnson State College and can you get accepted?

Johnson State College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,209 out of the 3,031 who applied were admitted.

Johnson State College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.32. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Johnson State College?

73% 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 Johnson State College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.32 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school

Johnson State College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.32

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Johnson State College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Johnson State College are to have around a 3.32 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 Johnson State College accepts 73% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Johnson State College is 3.32 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 #6 in Vermont for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Johnson State College 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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Johnson State College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Johnson State College. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

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SAT Scores for Johnson State College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Johnson State College
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

Johnson State College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

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ACT Scores for Johnson State College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Johnson State College
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

69% of Johnson State College freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Johnson State College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 6%
Top 25% of class 12%
Top 50% of class 31%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Johnson State College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,742 1,289 3,031
Accepted 1,329 880 2,209
Acceptance Rate 76% 68% 73%
Enrolled 153 109 262
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 12% 12%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Johnson State College is $50.

Application Requirements

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

Johnson State College 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 considered for admission, even 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 Johnson State College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=230913 IPEDS survey data for Johnson State College.

Last updated February 24, 2024