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Private 4 Year

Agnes Scott College Admission Requirements

Decatur, Georgia

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Your chances of getting into Agnes Scott College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

69.8%
Admission Difficulty for Agnes Scott College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Agnes Scott College is 69.8%.  Its admission rate is the 22nd lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

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

Agnes Scott College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,135 out of the 1,625 who applied were admitted.

Agnes Scott College typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.77. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 27% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Agnes Scott College?

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 Agnes Scott College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.77 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Agnes Scott College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.77

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Agnes Scott College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Agnes Scott College are to have around a 3.77 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

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

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Agnes Scott College is 3.77 on the 4.0 scale. 37% 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- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #6 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Agnes Scott 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 3.8 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 Agnes Scott College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 36.7% Good
3.75 to 3.99 29.4% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 16.3% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 10.2% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 5.4% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 2.0% 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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Agnes Scott College SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required or recommended by Agnes Scott College.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Agnes Scott College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Agnes Scott College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Agnes Scott College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Agnes Scott College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Agnes Scott College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

High School Class Rank

67% of Agnes Scott College freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 33% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Agnes Scott College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 33.1%
Top 25% of class 66.9%
Top 50% of class 88%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Agnes Scott College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,625 0 1,625
Accepted 1,135 0 1,135
Acceptance Rate 70% NaN 70%
Enrolled 301 0 301
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 27% NaN 27%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

148

Applicants have 148 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on May 1, 2024.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Agnes Scott College Application Requirements
Test Scores Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Required
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

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

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=138600 IPEDS survey data for Agnes Scott College.

FAQs

What is my chance of getting into Agnes Scott College?

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