Berry College Admission Requirements
Mount Berry, GeorgiaChances of getting into Berry College
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
66.1%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Difficult | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into Berry College and can I get accepted? The school has a 66% acceptance rate ranking it #32 in Georgia for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,625 out of 3,970 applicants were admitted making Berry College a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has difficult requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 36 percent. Berry College typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students. Only 19% 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
1110-1310Applicants Submitting SAT
46%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 570 |
| SAT Math 25th | 540 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1110 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 660 |
| SAT Math 75th | 650 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1310 |
| Average SAT Score | 1210 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Berry College?
Berry College typically requires applicants to be in the top 39 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1110 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 1010. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1210 out of 1600. The school ranks #7 in Georgia for highest average SAT composite score. 46 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 | >77% |
| 1210 to 1310 | Avg + | 66%-77% |
| 1110 to 1210 | Avg - | 53%-66% |
| 1010 to 1110 | Reach | 40%-53% |
| Less than 1010 | Low | <40% |
Berry College ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
23-29Applicants Submitting ACT
54%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 23 |
| ACT Math 25th | 22 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 23 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 32 |
| ACT Math 75th | 27 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 29 |
| Average ACT Score | 26 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Berry College?
Admission data indicates that Berry College regularly accepts students with ACT's of 23 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 32 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 20 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 26 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 29 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #5 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score. 54 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Berry College.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 29 and Above | Good | >77% |
| 26 to 29 | Avg + | 66%-77% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg - | 53%-66% |
| 20 to 23 | Reach | 40%-53% |
| Less than 20 | Low | <40% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.73Typical High School Grades
A-You will need very good grades in high school to get into Berry College. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Berry College was 3.73 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #4 in Georgia for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Berry College accepts 66% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 54% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 17% | Avg - |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 14% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 11% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 4% | 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
65% of Berry College 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 | 32% |
| Top 25% of class | 65% |
| Top 50% of class | 92% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 8% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 0% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,498 | 1,472 | 3,970 |
| Accepted | 1,693 | 932 | 2,625 |
| Acceptance Rate | 68% | 63% | 66% |
| Enrolled | 300 | 209 | 509 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 18% | 22% | 19% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Jul 25, 2020Days left to Apply
22Applicants have 22 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on Jul 25, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Berry College 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 | Required |
| 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 Berry College prefer SAT or ACT?
46% of students submit their SAT scores to Berry College. 54% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Berry College?
66% of those who apply are granted admission to Berry College. Admission competition is low and the college has difficult admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Berry College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1110 and 1310. 46% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Berry College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 23 and 29. 54% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
