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Piedmont College Admission Requirements

Demorest, Georgia

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Your chances of getting into Piedmont College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

67%
Admission Difficulty for Piedmont College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Piedmont College is 67%.  Its admission rate is the 20th lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

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

Piedmont College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,423 out of the 2,124 who applied were admitted.

The school has moderate admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 51 percent (SAT 1010/1220 ACT 21/25). Piedmont College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 17% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Piedmont College?

67% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Piedmont College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.54 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1120 on the SAT
  • Score 23 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Piedmont College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.54

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Piedmont College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Piedmont College are to have around a 3.54 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 Piedmont College accepts 67% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Piedmont College is 3.54 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 #12 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

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 Piedmont College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 5.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 28.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 26.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 22.0% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 13.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 5.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% 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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Piedmont College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Piedmont College is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1010-1220

Applicants Submitting SAT 

39%
SAT Scores for Piedmont College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 510
Math 25th Percentile 500
Composite 25th Percentile 1010
SAT Scores for Piedmont College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 620
Math 75th Percentile 600
Composite 75th Percentile 1220
Average SAT Score 1120

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Piedmont College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Piedmont College is 1120 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1010-1220. Students who get into Piedmont College score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers..  Piedmont College ranks #16 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1120 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Piedmont College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1010 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1010, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 900, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 39 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1120 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 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 1115, you have around a 67% chance of being admitted. A 1220 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Piedmont College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1220 and Above Good >79%
1115 to 1220 Avg + 67%-79%
1010 to 1115 Avg - 52%-67%
905 to 1010 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 905 Low <36%
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Piedmont College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

21-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

20%
ACT Scores for Piedmont College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 19
Math 25th Percentile 19
Composite 25th Percentile 21
ACT Scores for Piedmont College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Piedmont College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Piedmont College is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 21 and 25.  The school ranks #13 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 21 and score in the score in the top 43 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 19.

20 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Piedmont College.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Piedmont College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 67% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 25 ACT score.

Piedmont College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >79%
23 to 25 Avg + 67%-79%
21 to 23 Avg - 52%-67%
19 to 21 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 19 Low <36%
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High School Class Rank

81% of Piedmont 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 Piedmont College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 13%
Top 25% of class 39%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Piedmont College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,360 764 2,124
Accepted 933 490 1,423
Acceptance Rate 69% 64% 67%
Enrolled 156 93 249
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 19% 17%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jul 15, 2024

Days left to Apply

298

Applicants have 298 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jul 15, 2024.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

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

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Piedmont College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Piedmont College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.54 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1120 on the SAT and 23 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=140818 IPEDS survey data for Piedmont College.

FAQs

Does Piedmont College prefer SAT or ACT?

39% of students submit their SAT scores to Piedmont College. 20% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Piedmont College?

67% of those who apply are granted admission to Piedmont College. Admission competition is low and the college has moderate admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Piedmont College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1010 and 1220. The average SAT score is 1115. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Piedmont College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 25. The average ACT score is 23. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.