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Your chances of getting into Oglethorpe University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

71%
Admission Difficulty for Oglethorpe University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Challenging 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Ogelthorpe is 71%.  Its admission rate is the 32nd lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

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

Ogelthorpe is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,999 out of the 2,816 who applied were admitted.

Oglethorpe University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.73. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Ogelthorpe?

71% 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 Oglethorpe University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.73 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1190 on the SAT
  • Score 25 on the ACT

Ogelthorpe GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.73

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Oglethorpe University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Ogelthorpe are to have around a 3.73 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Ogelthorpe accepts 71% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Ogelthorpe is 3.73 on the 4.0 scale. 30% 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 #8 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Ogelthorpe 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 3.7 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 Oglethorpe University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 30.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 29.0% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 21.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 14.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 4.0% 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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Ogelthorpe SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Oglethorpe University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 19% of students submitted SAT scores and 11% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1065-1305

Applicants Submitting SAT 

19%
SAT Scores for Oglethorpe University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 540
Math 25th Percentile 525
Composite 25th Percentile 1065
SAT Scores for Oglethorpe University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 650
Math 75th Percentile 655
Composite 75th Percentile 1305
Average SAT Score 1190

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Oglethorpe University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Ogelthorpe is 1190 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1065-1305. Students who get into Oglethorpe University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Ogelthorpe ranks #9 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1190 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Ogelthorpe regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1065 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1065, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 940, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Oglethorpe University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1190 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1185, you have around a 71% chance of being admitted. A 1305 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 82% chance of getting in.

Oglethorpe University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1305 and Above Good >82%
1185 to 1305 Avg + 71%-82%
1065 to 1185 Avg - 56%-71%
945 to 1065 Reach 40%-56%
Less than 945 Low <40%
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Ogelthorpe ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

22-29 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

11%
ACT Scores for Oglethorpe University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 20
Math 25th Percentile 19
Composite 25th Percentile 22
ACT Scores for Oglethorpe University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 30
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 29
Average ACT Score 25

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Ogelthorpe?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Ogelthorpe is 25, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 22 and 29.  The school ranks #8 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 25. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 22 and score in the score in the top 37 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 18.

11 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Oglethorpe University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Oglethorpe University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Ogelthorpe for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 25 score has around 71% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 29 ACT score.

Oglethorpe University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
29 and Above Good >84%
25 to 29 Avg + 71%-84%
22 to 25 Avg - 59%-71%
19 to 22 Reach 45%-59%
Less than 19 Low <45%
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High School Class Rank

71% of Oglethorpe University freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Oglethorpe University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 24%
Top 25% of class 33%
Top 50% of class 29%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Oglethorpe University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,505 893 2,816
Accepted 1,103 613 1,999
Acceptance Rate 73% 69% 71%
Enrolled 231 152 425
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 21% 25% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

214

Applicants have 214 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jul 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Oglethorpe University is $50.

Application Requirements

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

Oglethorpe University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Oglethorpe University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Ogelthorpe is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.73 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1190 on the SAT and 25 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=140696 IPEDS survey data for Oglethorpe University.

Last updated February 24, 2024