Mount Mary University Admission Requirements

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Mount Mary University Admission Overview

Mount Mary University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Mount Mary University admitted 62.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.13 GPA (B) and SAT 866-1123 / ACT 16-21. Mount Mary 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

Mount Mary University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

62.3%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Mount Mary University

Acceptance Rate

The Mount Mary University acceptance rate is 62.3%. Last year, 824 of 1,322 applicants were admitted. That is the 4th lowest acceptance rate in Wisconsin.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Mount Mary University and can you get accepted?

Mount Mary University 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.

Mount Mary University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.13. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Mount Mary University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.13

Typical High School Grades

B

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.13

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Mount Mary University typically have around a 3.13 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Mount Mary University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #31 in Wisconsin for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 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 Mount Mary University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 0.54% Good
3.75 to 3.99 9.68% Good
3.50 to 3.74 15.59% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 16.13% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 17.74% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 29.57% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 10.22% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.54% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Mount Mary University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

866-1123

Freshmen who sent SAT

1%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 458
  • Math 408
  • Composite 866
SAT 25th percentile scores for Mount Mary University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 563
  • Math 560
  • Composite 1123
SAT 75th percentile scores for Mount Mary University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Mount Mary University typically score around a 990 SAT (middle 50% 866–1123) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 38th percentile nationally. Mount Mary University ranks #15 in the state of Wisconsin for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 866 to 1123

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Mount Mary 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 990 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 Mount Mary University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1123+ Above 75th >76%
990 to 1123 Avg + 62%-76%
866 to 990 Avg - 46%-62%
Below 866 Below mid-50 <46%

What do these figures mean?

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

Mount Mary University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

16-21

Freshmen reporting ACT

17%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 14
  • Math 15
  • Composite 16
ACT 25th percentile scores for Mount Mary University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 21
  • Math 19
  • Composite 21
ACT 75th percentile scores for Mount Mary University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Mount Mary University typically have around a 18 ACT (mid-50 16–21) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 38th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Mount Mary University places #30 among colleges in Wisconsin for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 21

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Mount Mary University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 18.0 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 Mount Mary University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
21+ Above 75th >78%
18 to 21 Avg + 62%-78%
16 to 18 Avg - 49%-62%
Below 16 Below mid-50 <49%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

74% of Mount Mary University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 37% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Mount Mary University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 14%
Top 25% of class 37%
Top 50% of class 74%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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.

Mount Mary University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,322 0 1,322
Accepted 824 0 824
Acceptance Rate 62% NaN 62%
Enrolled 116 0 116
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% NaN 14%

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

Application Requirements

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

Mount Mary 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Mount Mary 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 Mount Mary University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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

Admission summary

Mount Mary University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 62.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.13 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (866-1123); 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=239390.

GPA calculator: Mount Mary University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026