Thomas Aquinas College Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Thomas Aquinas College
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
71.9%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Very High | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into Thomas Aquinas College and can I get accepted? The school has a 72% acceptance rate ranking it #78 in California for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 138 out of 192 applicants were admitted making Thomas Aquinas College a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has very high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 18 percent. Thomas Aquinas College typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students. Of those applicants who were admitted, 65% enrolled. With over half of admitted students enrolling, acceptance by Thomas Aquinas College is a prized outcome for many students. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1270-1430Applicants Submitting SAT
70%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 680 |
| SAT Math 25th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1270 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 730 |
| SAT Math 75th | 700 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1430 |
| Average SAT Score | 1350 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Thomas Aquinas College?
Thomas Aquinas College typically requires applicants to be in the top 15 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1270 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 1190. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1350 out of 1600. The school ranks #17 in California for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 70 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.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1430 and Above | Good | >81% |
| 1350 to 1430 | Avg + | 72%-81% |
| 1270 to 1350 | Avg - | 60%-72% |
| 1190 to 1270 | Reach | 47%-60% |
| Less than 1190 | Low | <47% |
Thomas Aquinas College ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
25-30Applicants Submitting ACT
40%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 25 |
| ACT Math 25th | 24 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 25 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 32 |
| ACT Math 75th | 29 |
| 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 Thomas Aquinas College?
Admission data indicates that Thomas Aquinas College 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 #23 in California for highest average ACT composite score. 40 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Thomas Aquinas College.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 30 and Above | Good | >83% |
| 27 to 30 | Avg + | 72%-83% |
| 25 to 27 | Avg - | 63%-72% |
| 23 to 25 | Reach | 52%-63% |
| Less than 23 | Low | <52% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.78Typical High School Grades
A-You will need exceptionally good grades to get into Thomas Aquinas College. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Thomas Aquinas College was 3.78 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #20 in California for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Thomas Aquinas College accepts 72% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 67% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 19% | Avg - |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 7% | Reach |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 3% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 3% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
93% of Thomas Aquinas College freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 29% |
| Top 25% of class | 50% |
| Top 50% of class | 93% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 7% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 0% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 98 | 94 | 192 |
| Accepted | 64 | 74 | 138 |
| Acceptance Rate | 65% | 79% | 72% |
| Enrolled | 44 | 46 | 90 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 69% | 62% | 65% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Thomas Aquinas College and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Recommended |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | No |
| Dual Credit | No |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=124292 IPEDS survey data for Thomas Aquinas College.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Thomas Aquinas College prefer SAT or ACT?
70% of students submit their SAT scores to Thomas Aquinas College. 40% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Thomas Aquinas College?
72% of those who apply are granted admission to Thomas Aquinas College. Admission competition is low 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 Thomas Aquinas College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1270 and 1430. 70% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Thomas Aquinas College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 25 and 30. 40% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
