Scripps College - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Scripps College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

33.9%

Admission Difficulty for Scripps College
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Exceptional
Applicant Competition		High

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Scripps College is 33.9%. Its admission rate is the 19th lowest in California and the 135th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Scripps College is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,046 out of the 3,082 who applied were admitted.

Scripps College typically accepts and attracts "A/A+" average high school students with an average GPA around 4.0. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 26% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Scripps College?

34% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

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

Have a high school GPA of 4.0 or better
Earn A/A+ grades in high school
Score 1480 on the SAT
Score 33 on the ACT
Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class

Scripps College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

4.0

Typical High School Grades

A/A+

What GPA do you need to get into Scripps College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Scripps College are to have around a 4.0 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Scripps College will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Scripps College is 4.0 on the 4.0 scale. 77% 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 A/A+ letter grades and regularly score around 97-100 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #3 in California for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Scripps College 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 4.0 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 Scripps College students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	77.1%	Avg +
3.75 to 3.99	16.2%	Avg -
3.50 to 3.74	3.4%	Reach
3.25 to 3.49	2.1%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	1.2%	Low
2.50 to 2.99	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 2024

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Scripps College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Scripps College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 26% of students submitted SAT scores and 17% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1420-1530

Applicants Submitting SAT

26%

SAT Scores for Scripps College
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	720
Math 25th Percentile	700
Composite 25th Percentile	1420

SAT Scores for Scripps College
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	760
Math 75th Percentile	770
Composite 75th Percentile	1530
Average SAT Score	1480

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Scripps College is 1480 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1420-1530. Students who get into Scripps College score in the top 4 percent of all SAT test takers.. Scripps College ranks #7 in the state of California and #47 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1480 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Scripps College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1420 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1420, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1360, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Scripps 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 1480 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 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 1475, you have around a 34% chance of being admitted. A 1530 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 49% chance of getting in.

Scripps College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1530 and Above	Good	>49%
1475 to 1530	Avg +	34%-49%
1420 to 1475	Avg -	21%-34%
1365 to 1420	Reach	12%-21%
Less than 1365	Low	<12%

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Scripps College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

32-34

Applicants Submitting ACT

17%

ACT Scores for Scripps College
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	34
Math 25th Percentile	28
Composite 25th Percentile	32

ACT Scores for Scripps College
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	35
Math 75th Percentile	33
Composite 75th Percentile	34
Average ACT Score	33

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Scripps College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Scripps College is 33, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 32 and 34. The school ranks #6 in California and #35 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 33. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 32 and score in the score in the top 3 percent nationally.

17 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Scripps College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Scripps 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 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Scripps College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 33 score has around 34% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 49% with a 34 ACT score.

Scripps College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
34 and Above	Good	>49%
33 to 34	Avg +	34%-49%
32 to 33	Avg -	21%-34%
31 to 32	Reach	12%-21%
Less than 31	Low	<12%

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High School Class Rank

69% of Scripps College freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Scripps College students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	69%
Top 25% of class	88%
Top 50% of class	100%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Scripps College admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	3,082	0	3,082
Accepted	1,046	0	1,046
Acceptance Rate	34%	NaN	34%
Enrolled	275	0	275
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	26%	NaN	26%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

None

The application deadline for Fall 2025 has passed. Applications were due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Scripps College is $60.

Application Requirements

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

Scripps College Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Scripps College
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Scripps College is highly competitive, you have a moderate chance of acceptance depending on your GPA and test scores. If you earn at least a 4.0 GPA, you will have a fair shot at getting in. Additionally, you should score a 1480 on the SAT or 33 on the ACT to be competitive. If you can score a 1530 SAT you will be a very strong applicant.