Emory & Henry University Admission Requirements

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Emory & Henry University Admission Overview

Emory & Henry University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Emory & Henry University admitted 83.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.5 GPA (A-) and SAT 1051-1223 / ACT 20-26. Emory & Henry 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

Emory & Henry University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Emory & Henry University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

83.7%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The Emory & Henry University acceptance rate is 83.7%. Last year, 2,149 of 2,569 applicants were admitted. That is the 23rd lowest acceptance rate in Virginia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Emory & Henry University and can you get accepted?

Emory & Henry University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Emory & Henry University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.5. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Emory & Henry University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.5

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.5

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Emory & Henry University typically have around a 3.5 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Emory & Henry University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

27% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #26 in Virginia for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 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 Emory & Henry University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	27.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	16.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	16.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	12.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	13.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	14.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	2.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Emory & Henry University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1051-1223

Freshmen who sent SAT

10%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 548
Math 503
Composite 1051

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 640
Math 583
Composite 1223

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Emory & Henry University typically score around a 1140 SAT (middle 50% 1051–1223) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 66th percentile nationally. Emory & Henry University ranks #23 in the state of Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1051 to 1223

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Emory & Henry 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 1140 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 Emory & Henry University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1223+	Above 75th	>91%
1140 to 1223	Avg +	84%-91%
1051 to 1140	Avg -	73%-84%
Below 1051	Below mid-50	<73%

What do these figures mean?

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

Emory & Henry University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-26

Freshmen reporting ACT

11%

25th Percentile Scores

English 18
Math 17
Composite 20

75th Percentile Scores

English 26
Math 26
Composite 26

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Emory & Henry University typically have around a 23 ACT (mid-50 20–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 68th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Emory & Henry University places #21 among colleges in Virginia for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 26

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Emory & Henry University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 23.0 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 Emory & Henry University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26+	Above 75th	>91%
23 to 26	Avg +	84%-91%
20 to 23	Avg -	73%-84%
Below 20	Below mid-50	<73%

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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Admission Statistics

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

Emory & Henry University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,526	1,043	2,569
Accepted	1,309	840	2,149
Acceptance Rate	86%	81%	84%
Enrolled	139	117	256
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	11%	14%	12%

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

Application Requirements

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

Emory & Henry 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not considered for admission, even 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 Emory & Henry 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 Emory & Henry 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

Emory & Henry University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 83.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.5 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1051-1223); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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