Auburn University Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Auburn University
Auburn University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
75.4%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Very High | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into Auburn University and can I get accepted? The school has a 75% acceptance rate ranking it #16 in Alabama for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 15,645 out of 20,742 applicants were admitted making Auburn University an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has very high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 27 percent. Auburn University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students. Only 31% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1150-1310Applicants Submitting SAT
15%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 580 |
| SAT Math 25th | 570 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1150 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 650 |
| SAT Math 75th | 660 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1310 |
| Average SAT Score | 1230 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Auburn University?
Auburn University typically requires applicants to be in the top 32 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1150 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1070. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1230 out of 1600. The school ranks #1 in Alabama for highest average SAT composite score. 15 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1310 and Above | Good | >84% |
| 1230 to 1310 | Avg + | 75%-84% |
| 1150 to 1230 | Avg - | 64%-75% |
| 1070 to 1150 | Reach | 51%-64% |
| Less than 1070 | Low | <51% |
Auburn University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
25-30Applicants Submitting ACT
84%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 25 |
| ACT Math 25th | 23 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 25 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 33 |
| ACT Math 75th | 28 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 30 |
| Average ACT Score | 27 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Auburn University?
Admission data indicates that Auburn University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 25 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 22 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 22 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 28 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 30 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #3 in Alabama for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 84 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Auburn University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 30 and Above | Good | >85% |
| 27 to 30 | Avg + | 75%-85% |
| 25 to 27 | Avg - | 66%-75% |
| 23 to 25 | Reach | 56%-66% |
| Less than 23 | Low | <56% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.74Typical High School Grades
A-You will need very good grades in high school to get into Auburn University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Auburn University was 3.74 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #1 in Alabama for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.74 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Auburn University accepts 75% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 54% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 18% | Avg - |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 13% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 10% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 5% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
60% of Auburn University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 29% |
| Top 25% of class | 60% |
| Top 50% of class | 86% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 14% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 2% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 11,941 | 8,801 | 20,742 |
| Accepted | 8,955 | 6,690 | 15,645 |
| Acceptance Rate | 75% | 76% | 75% |
| Enrolled | 2,527 | 2,256 | 4,783 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 28% | 34% | 31% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Auburn University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Auburn University prefer SAT or ACT?
15% of students submit their SAT scores to Auburn University. 84% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Auburn University?
75% of those who apply are granted admission to Auburn University. Admission competition is and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Auburn University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1150 and 1310. 15% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Auburn University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 25 and 30. 84% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.