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

Your chances of getting into Hollins University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

72.4%

Admission Difficulty for Hollins University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Difficult
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Hollins College is 72.4%. Its admission rate is the 14th lowest in Virginia.

Admission Selectivity

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

Hollins College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,371 out of the 3,275 who applied were admitted.

Hollins University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.76. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 9% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

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

Have a high school GPA of 3.76 or better
Earn A- grades in high school
Score 1210 on the SAT
Score 27 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Hollins College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.76

Typical High School Grades

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Hollins University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Hollins College are to have around a 3.76 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Hollins College accepts 72% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Hollins College is 3.76 on the 4.0 scale. 34% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #7 in Virginia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Hollins 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 3.8 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Hollins University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	34.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	22.5%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	21.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	10.0%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	6.58%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	5.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	1.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Hollins College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Hollins University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 19% of students submitted SAT scores and 10% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1113-1298

Applicants Submitting SAT

19%

SAT Scores for Hollins University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	583
Math 25th Percentile	530
Composite 25th Percentile	1113

SAT Scores for Hollins University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	690
Math 75th Percentile	608
Composite 75th Percentile	1298
Average SAT Score	1210

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Hollins University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Hollins College is 1210 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1113-1298. Students who get into Hollins University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. Hollins College ranks #12 in the state of Virginia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1210 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Hollins College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1113 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1113, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1020, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Hollins University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1210 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1205, you have around a 72% chance of being admitted. A 1298 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 83% chance of getting in.

Hollins University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1298 and Above	Good	>83%
1205 to 1298	Avg +	72%-83%
1113 to 1205	Avg -	58%-72%
1021 to 1113	Reach	42%-58%
Less than 1021	Low	<42%

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Hollins College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

25-30

Applicants Submitting ACT

10%

ACT Scores for Hollins University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	25
Math 25th Percentile	20
Composite 25th Percentile	25

ACT Scores for Hollins University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	32
Math 75th Percentile	26
Composite 75th Percentile	30
Average ACT Score	27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Hollins College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Hollins College is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 25 and 30. The school ranks #10 in Virginia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 25 and score in the score in the top 22 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

10 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Hollins University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Hollins University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Hollins College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 72% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 85% with a 30 ACT score.

Hollins University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
30 and Above	Good	>85%
27 to 30	Avg +	72%-85%
25 to 27	Avg -	61%-72%
23 to 25	Reach	48%-61%
Less than 23	Low	<48%

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High School Class Rank

87% of Hollins University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 50% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Hollins University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	23%
Top 25% of class	50%
Top 50% of class	87%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Hollins University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	3,275	0	3,275
Accepted	2,371	0	2,371
Acceptance Rate	72%	NaN	72%
Enrolled	210	0	210
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	9%	NaN	9%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Hollins University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Hollins University Application Requirements
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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Hollins University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Hollins College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.76 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1210 on the SAT and 27 on the ACT will further lock in your application.