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 is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
University of Puget Sound Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
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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 The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.56Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.56
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.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of Puget Sound SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1170-1380Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
31%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 610
- Math 560
- Composite 1170
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 710
- Math 670
- Composite 1380
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
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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of Puget Sound ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
27-31Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
10%25th Percentile Scores
- English 25
- Math 23
- Composite 27
75th Percentile Scores
- English 30
- Math 29
- Composite 31
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
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.
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.
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?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Jan 15, 2027Days left to Apply
137Applicants 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
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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GPA calculator: University of Puget Sound GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026