Chances of getting into Piedmont College
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
59.6%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Moderate | |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
How hard is it to get into Piedmont College and can I get accepted? The school has a 60% acceptance rate ranking it #25 in Georgia for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 822 out of 1,379 applicants were admitted making Piedmont College a more competitive school to get into with a good chance of acceptance for qualifying applicants. Academically, it has moderate requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 61 percent. Piedmont College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 31% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
970-1180Applicants Submitting SAT
75%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 500 |
| SAT Math 25th | 470 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 970 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 600 |
| SAT Math 75th | 580 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1180 |
| Average SAT Score | 1080 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Piedmont College?
Piedmont College typically requires applicants to be in the top 66 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 970 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 860. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1080 out of 1600. The school ranks #20 in Georgia for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 75 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.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1180 and Above | Good | >72% |
| 1075 to 1180 | Avg + | 60%-72% |
| 970 to 1075 | Avg - | 47%-60% |
| 865 to 970 | Reach | 34%-47% |
| Less than 865 | Low | <34% |
Piedmont College ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
19-25Applicants Submitting ACT
49%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 17 |
| ACT Math 25th | 18 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 19 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 24 |
| ACT Math 75th | 24 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 25 |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Piedmont College?
Admission data indicates that Piedmont College regularly accepts students with ACT's of 19 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 56 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 25 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #18 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score. 49 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Piedmont College.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 25 and Above | Good | >72% |
| 22 to 25 | Avg + | 60%-72% |
| 19 to 22 | Avg - | 47%-60% |
| 16 to 19 | Reach | 34%-47% |
| Less than 16 | Low | <34% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.4Typical High School Grades
B+You will need above average high school grades to get into Piedmont College. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Piedmont College was 3.4 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #12 in Georgia for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Piedmont College accepts 60% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 30% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 22% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 26% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 17% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 5% | 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
83% of Piedmont College freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 22% |
| Top 25% of class | 47% |
| Top 50% of class | 83% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 17% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 2% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 841 | 538 | 1,379 |
| Accepted | 485 | 337 | 822 |
| Acceptance Rate | 58% | 63% | 60% |
| Enrolled | 148 | 108 | 256 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 31% | 32% | 31% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Jul 1, 2020Days left to Apply
154Applicants have 154 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on Jul 1, 2020.
Seniors, these are the SAT and ACT test dates you can still sit for a test and send your results to Piedmont College before the Jul 1 application deadline.
| SAT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Mar 14 | Mar 27 |
| May 2 | May 15 |
| ACT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Feb 8 | Feb 19 |
| Apr 4 | Apr 14 |
| Jun 13 | Jun 23 |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Piedmont College and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| 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
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=140818 IPEDS survey data for Piedmont College.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Piedmont College prefer SAT or ACT?
75% of students submit their SAT scores to Piedmont College. 49% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Piedmont College?
60% 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 970 and 1180. 75% of students submit SAT scores when applying. 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 19 and 25. 49% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
