University of Puget Sound Admission Requirements

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University of Puget Sound Admission Overview

University of Puget Sound admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year University of Puget Sound admitted 72.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.56 GPA (A-) and SAT 1170-1380 / ACT 27-31. University of Puget Sound 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

University of Puget Sound Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

72.2%

Admission Standards

Very High

Applicant Competition

Low

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Admission difficulty for University of Puget Sound

Acceptance Rate

The University of Puget Sound acceptance rate is 72.2%. Last year, 3,785 of 5,239 applicants were admitted. That is the 6th lowest acceptance rate in Washington.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of Puget Sound and can you get accepted?

University of Puget Sound 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. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.

University of Puget Sound typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.56. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 11% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

University of Puget Sound GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.56

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.56

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of Puget Sound typically have around a 3.56 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. University of Puget Sound is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #8 in Washington for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 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 University of Puget Sound freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 5.67% Good
3.75 to 3.99 35.22% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 21.18% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.49% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 11.33% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.11% Low
2.00 to 2.49 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

University of Puget Sound SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1170-1380

Freshmen who sent SAT

31%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 610
  • Math 560
  • Composite 1170
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of Puget Sound

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 710
  • Math 670
  • Composite 1380
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of Puget Sound

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of Puget Sound typically score around a 1280 SAT (middle 50% 1170–1380) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 86th percentile nationally. University of Puget Sound ranks #6 in the state of Washington and #237 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1170 to 1380

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

University of Puget Sound 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 1280 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 University of Puget Sound
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1380+ Above 75th >83%
1280 to 1380 Avg + 73%-83%
1170 to 1280 Avg - 58%-73%
Below 1170 Below mid-50 <58%

What do these figures mean?

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

University of Puget Sound ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

27-31

Freshmen reporting ACT

10%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 23
  • Composite 27
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of Puget Sound

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 30
  • Math 29
  • Composite 31
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of Puget Sound

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of Puget Sound typically have around a 29 ACT (mid-50 27–31) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 91st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Puget Sound places #5 among colleges in Washington and #197 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 27 to 31

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to University of Puget Sound without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 29.0 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 University of Puget Sound
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
31+ Above 75th >83%
29 to 31 Avg + 72%-83%
27 to 29 Avg - 58%-72%
Below 27 Below mid-50 <58%

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of Puget Sound admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,869 2,370 5,239
Accepted 2,230 1,555 3,785
Acceptance Rate 78% 66% 72%
Enrolled 245 185 430
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 11% 12% 11%

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

Application Requirements

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

University of Puget Sound 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

137

Applicants have 137 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Puget Sound is $65.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Puget Sound
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit No
Credit for Life Experiences No

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

Admission summary

University of Puget Sound is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 72.2% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.56 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1170-1380); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=236328.

GPA calculator: University of Puget Sound GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026