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Ave Maria, Florida

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Chances of getting into Ave Maria University

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
64%
Admission Difficulty for Ave Maria University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Low 
How hard is it to get into AMU and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at AMU is 64%.  It ranks #23 in Florida for lowest rate of acceptance. AMU is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 2,373 out of 3,705 applicants were admitted.

The school has average admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 43 percent on standardized admission tests. Ave Maria University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.6. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

The AMU application fee is $0 and applications are due by May 1.

Admission Requirements in Brief

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

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.6 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1130 on the SAT
  • Score 24 on the ACT

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is recommended but not required for admission to Ave Maria University. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application.

AMU SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
1018-1240
Applicants Submitting SAT 
73%
SAT Scores for Ave Maria University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 518
SAT Math 25th 500
SAT Composite 25th 1018
SAT Scores for Ave Maria University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 630
SAT Math 75th 610
SAT Composite 75th 1240
Average SAT Score 1130

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Ave Maria University?

Ave Maria University is a test optional school meaning applicants are not required to submit SAT scores with their application. The position on SAT scores from the school is "recommended".

Students who get into Ave Maria University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1018-1240.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

Ave Maria University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1240 and Above Good >77%
1129 to 1240 Avg + 64%-77%
1018 to 1129 Avg - 48%-64%
907 to 1018 Reach 33%-48%
Less than 907 Low <33%
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AMU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
21-28 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
50%
ACT Scores for Ave Maria University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 20
ACT Math 25th 19
ACT Composite 25th 21
ACT Scores for Ave Maria University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 29
ACT Math 75th 26
ACT Composite 75th 28
Average ACT Score 24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into AMU?

Ave Maria University is test optional. Students are not required to submit ACT scores with their application. The policy on ACT scores is "recommended".

AMU regularly accepts students who score 21 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 43 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 21-28.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Ave Maria University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
28 and Above Good >79%
24 to 28 Avg + 64%-79%
21 to 24 Avg - 51%-64%
18 to 21 Reach 37%-51%
Less than 18 Low <37%
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AMU GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.6
Typical High School Grades 
B+

What GPA do you need to get into Ave Maria University?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into AMU. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Ave Maria University was 3.6 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #21 in Florida for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as AMU accepts 64% of students who apply.

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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Applying

Admission Statistics

Ave Maria University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,959 1,746 3,705
Accepted 1,313 1,060 2,373
Acceptance Rate 67% 61% 64%
Enrolled 199 178 377
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 15% 17% 16%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2023 Application Deadline

Applications were Due
May 1, 2023
Days left to Apply
None

The application deadline for Fall 2023 has passed. Applications were due on May 1, 2023.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Ave Maria University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Ave Maria University Application Requirements
Test Scores Recommended
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Considered but not required
Completion of College Preparatory Program Neither required nor recommended
Recommendations Considered but not required
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Ave Maria University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No
Other Colleges to Consider 

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=446048 IPEDS survey data for Ave Maria University.

FAQs

Does Ave Maria University prefer SAT or ACT?

73% of students submit their SAT scores to AMU. 50% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Ave Maria University?

64% of those who apply are granted admission to AMU. Admission competition is low and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Ave Maria University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1018 and 1240. 73% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Ave Maria University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 28. 50% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.