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Your chances of getting into Morehouse College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

65.2%
Admission Difficulty for Morehouse College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Morehouse is 65.2%.  Its admission rate is the 19th lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

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

Morehouse is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 2,462 out of the 3,777 who applied were admitted.

Morehouse College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.48. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 26% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Morehouse?

65% 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 Morehouse College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.48 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Morehouse GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.48

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Morehouse College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Morehouse are to have around a 3.48 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Morehouse accepts 65% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Morehouse is 3.48 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #17 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Morehouse 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 3.5 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 Morehouse College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 8.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 13.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 22.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 24.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 19.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 10.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0% Reach
less than 1.00 0% Reach

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Morehouse SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Morehouse College. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 15% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Morehouse College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Morehouse 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

Morehouse ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

15%
ACT Scores for Morehouse College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Morehouse 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

82% of Morehouse College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 39% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Morehouse College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 15%
Top 25% of class 39%
Top 50% of class 82%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Morehouse College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3 3,774 3,777
Accepted 1 2,461 2,462
Acceptance Rate 33% 65% 65%
Enrolled 1 628 629
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 100% 26% 26%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Feb 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

61

Applicants have 61 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Feb 1, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Morehouse College is $50.

Application Requirements

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

Morehouse College Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
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 Morehouse College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit No
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Morehouse College often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=140553 IPEDS survey data for Morehouse College.

FAQs

Does Morehouse College prefer SAT or ACT?

15% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Morehouse College?

65% of those who apply are granted admission to Morehouse. Admission competition is low and the college has unavailable admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.