University of Chicago Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into University of Chicago
University of Chicago
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
7.3%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Elite | |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
How hard is it to get into University of Chicago and can I get accepted? The school has a 7% acceptance rate ranking it #1 in Illinois for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,345 out of 32,283 applicants were admitted making University of Chicago an extremely competitive school to get into with a very low chance of acceptance - even for applicants with the highest scores and grades. Academically, it has exceptionally high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 2 percent. University of Chicago typically accepts and attracts "A" average high school students. Of those applicants who were admitted, 77% chose to enroll. This indicates that admission to the school is highly desirable and it may be a primary choice for many students.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1470-1570Applicants Submitting SAT
53%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 720 |
| SAT Math 25th | 750 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1470 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 770 |
| SAT Math 75th | 800 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1570 |
| Average SAT Score | 1520 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of Chicago?
University of Chicago typically requires applicants to be in the top 2 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1470 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 1420. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1520 out of 1600. The school ranks #1 in Illinois for highest average SAT composite score. 53 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1570 and Above | Good | >11% |
| 1520 to 1570 | Avg + | 7%-11% |
| 1470 to 1520 | Avg - | 4%-7% |
| 1420 to 1470 | Reach | 3%-4% |
| Less than 1420 | Low | <3% |
University of Chicago ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
33-35Applicants Submitting ACT
58%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 34 |
| ACT Math 25th | 30 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 33 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 36 |
| ACT Math 75th | 35 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 35 |
| Average ACT Score | 34 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into University of Chicago?
Admission data indicates that University of Chicago regularly accepts students with ACT's of 33 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 2 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 32 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 34 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 35 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #1 in Illinois for highest average ACT composite score. 58 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Chicago.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 35 and Above | Good | >11% |
| 34 to 35 | Avg + | 7%-11% |
| 33 to 34 | Avg - | 4%-7% |
| 32 to 33 | Reach | 3%-4% |
| Less than 32 | Low | <3% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
4.0Typical High School Grades
AYou will need exceptionally good grades to get into University of Chicago. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of Chicago was 4.0 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #1 in Illinois for highest average GPA. Given the school's very highly selective admissions, acceptance at University of Chicago extremely difficult and unlikely even with a 4.0 GPA. The school should be considered a reach even if you have a 4.0 GPA.
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 17,170 | 15,113 | 32,283 |
| Accepted | 1,146 | 1,199 | 2,345 |
| Acceptance Rate | 7% | 8% | 7% |
| Enrolled | 876 | 929 | 1,805 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 76% | 77% | 77% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Chicago and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Recommended |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Neither required nor recommended |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | No |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Chicago prefer SAT or ACT?
53% of students submit their SAT scores to University of Chicago. 58% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Chicago?
7% of those who apply are granted admission to University of Chicago. Admission competition is extreme and the college has elite admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of Chicago?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1470 and 1570. 53% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of Chicago?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 33 and 35. 58% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.