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Naropa University Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Naropa University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

100%
Admission Difficulty for Naropa University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Naropa University is 100%.  Its admission rate is the 36th lowest in Colorado.

Admission Selectivity

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

Naropa University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 94 out of the 94 who applied were admitted.

Naropa University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.42. 32% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Naropa University?

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Admission Requirements in Brief

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

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.42 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school

Naropa University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.42

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Naropa University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Naropa University are to have around a 3.42 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Naropa University is 3.42 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #11 in Colorado for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Naropa University 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 3.4 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 Naropa University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 7.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 11.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 21.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 7.0% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 21.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 11.0% Avg -
2.00 to 2.49 18.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 4.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Naropa University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Naropa University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Naropa University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Naropa University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Naropa University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

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ACT Scores for Naropa University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Naropa University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Naropa University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 62 32 94
Accepted 62 32 94
Acceptance Rate 100% 100% 100%
Enrolled 18 12 30
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 29% 38% 32%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Naropa University is $25.

Application Requirements

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

Naropa University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

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

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=127653 IPEDS survey data for Naropa University.

FAQs

What is my chance of getting into Naropa University?

100% of those who apply are granted admission to Naropa University. Admission competition is and the college has unavailable admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.