YHC Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Young Harris College
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
63.5%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Very Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into YHC and can I get accepted? The school has a 63% acceptance rate ranking it #31 in Georgia for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 948 out of 1,494 applicants were admitted making YHC a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has very easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 68 percent. Young Harris College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 33% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
930-1130Applicants Submitting SAT
66%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 460 |
| SAT Math 25th | 470 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 930 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 580 |
| SAT Math 75th | 550 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1130 |
| Average SAT Score | 1030 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Young Harris College?
Young Harris College typically requires applicants to be in the top 73 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 930 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 830. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1030 out of 1600. The school ranks #31 in Georgia for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 66 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1130 and Above | Good | >74% |
| 1030 to 1130 | Avg + | 63%-74% |
| 930 to 1030 | Avg - | 50%-63% |
| 830 to 930 | Reach | 37%-50% |
| Less than 830 | Low | <37% |
YHC ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
18-23Applicants Submitting ACT
50%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 17 |
| ACT Math 25th | 17 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 18 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 24 |
| ACT Math 75th | 22 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 23 |
| Average ACT Score | 20 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into YHC?
Admission data indicates that YHC regularly accepts students with ACT's of 18 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 62 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 20 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 23 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #31 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score. 50 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Young Harris College.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 23 and Above | Good | >76% |
| 20 to 23 | Avg + | 63%-76% |
| 18 to 20 | Avg - | 53%-63% |
| 16 to 18 | Reach | 42%-53% |
| Less than 16 | Low | <42% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.28Typical High School Grades
BYou will need above average high school grades to get into Young Harris College. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Young Harris College was 3.28 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #18 in Georgia for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as YHC accepts 63% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 16% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 22% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 18% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 21% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 22% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 4% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 889 | 596 | 1,494 |
| Accepted | 548 | 397 | 948 |
| Acceptance Rate | 62% | 67% | 63% |
| Enrolled | 154 | 157 | 312 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 28% | 40% | 33% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Young Harris College and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| 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 Young Harris College prefer SAT or ACT?
66% of students submit their SAT scores to YHC. 50% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Young Harris College?
63% of those who apply are granted admission to YHC. Admission competition is low and the college has very easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Young Harris College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 930 and 1130. 66% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Young Harris College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 18 and 23. 50% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.