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Your chances of getting into Westminster College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

69.8%
Admission Difficulty for Westminster College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Westminster is 69.8%.  Its admission rate is the 3rd lowest in Utah.

Admission Selectivity

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

Westminster is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,538 out of the 2,205 who applied were admitted.

Westminster College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.57. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Westminster?

70% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Westminster College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.57 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1270 on the SAT
  • Score 26 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Westminster GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.57

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Westminster College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Westminster are to have around a 3.57 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Westminster accepts 70% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Westminster is 3.57 on the 4.0 scale. 20% 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 B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #5 in Utah for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Westminster 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 3.6 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 Westminster College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 20.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 43.0% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 17.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 5.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 11.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 4.0% Low
2.00 to 2.49 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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Westminster SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Westminster College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 8% of students submitted SAT scores and 50% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1166-1373

Applicants Submitting SAT 

8%
SAT Scores for Westminster College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 608
Math 25th Percentile 558
Composite 25th Percentile 1166
SAT Scores for Westminster College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 700
Math 75th Percentile 673
Composite 75th Percentile 1373
Average SAT Score 1270

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Westminster College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Westminster is 1270 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1166-1373. Students who get into Westminster College score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Westminster ranks #3 in the state of Utah and #234 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1270 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Westminster regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1166 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1166, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1060, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Westminster College 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 1270 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 1269, you have around a 70% chance of being admitted. A 1373 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

Westminster College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1373 and Above Good >82%
1269 to 1373 Avg + 70%-82%
1166 to 1269 Avg - 55%-70%
1063 to 1166 Reach 39%-55%
Less than 1063 Low <39%
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Westminster ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

23-29 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

50%
ACT Scores for Westminster College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 22
Math 25th Percentile 21
Composite 25th Percentile 23
ACT Scores for Westminster College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 29
Math 75th Percentile 28
Composite 75th Percentile 29
Average ACT Score 26

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Westminster?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Westminster is 26, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 23 and 29.  The school ranks #2 in Utah for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 26. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 23 and score in the score in the top 32 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

50 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Westminster College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Westminster College 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 Westminster for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 26 score has around 70% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 82% with a 29 ACT score.

Westminster College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
29 and Above Good >82%
26 to 29 Avg + 70%-82%
23 to 26 Avg - 55%-70%
20 to 23 Reach 39%-55%
Less than 20 Low <39%
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High School Class Rank

80% of Westminster College 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 Westminster College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 27%
Top 25% of class 50%
Top 50% of class 80%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Westminster College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,238 967 2,205
Accepted 862 676 1,538
Acceptance Rate 70% 70% 70%
Enrolled 103 88 191
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 13% 12%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Westminster College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Westminster College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Westminster College 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 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 Westminster College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Westminster is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.57 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1270 on the SAT and 26 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Westminster College often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=230807 IPEDS survey data for Westminster College.

FAQs

Does Westminster College prefer SAT or ACT?

8% of students submit their SAT scores to Westminster. 50% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Westminster College?

70% of those who apply are granted admission to Westminster. Admission competition is low and the college has difficult admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Westminster College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1166 and 1373. The average SAT score is 1269. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Westminster College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 23 and 29. The average ACT score is 26. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.