Hamline University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Hamline University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

89.8%

Admission Difficulty for Hamline University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Difficult
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Hamline University is 89.8%. Its admission rate is the 26th lowest in Minnesota.

Admission Selectivity

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

Hamline University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,861 out of the 3,185 who applied were admitted.

Hamline University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.48. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Hamline University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.48 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1270 on the SAT
Score 24 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Hamline University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.48

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Hamline University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Hamline University are to have around a 3.48 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.48 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Hamline University accepts 90% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Hamline University is 3.48 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 #20 in Minnesota for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Hamline University 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 3.5 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 Hamline University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	10.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	23.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	20.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	19.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	14.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	14.0%	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 2024

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Hamline University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Hamline University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 3% of students submitted SAT scores and 32% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1146-1393

Applicants Submitting SAT

SAT Scores for Hamline University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	593
Math 25th Percentile	553
Composite 25th Percentile	1146

SAT Scores for Hamline University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	695
Math 75th Percentile	698
Composite 75th Percentile	1393
Average SAT Score	1270

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Hamline University is 1270 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1146-1393. Students who get into Hamline University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. Hamline University ranks #10 in the state of Minnesota and #244 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1270 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Hamline University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1146 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1146, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1020, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Hamline 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 1270 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 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 1269, you have around a 90% chance of being admitted. A 1393 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

Hamline University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1393 and Above	Good	>94%
1269 to 1393	Avg +	90%-94%
1146 to 1269	Avg -	83%-90%
1023 to 1146	Reach	71%-83%
Less than 1023	Low	<71%

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Hamline University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

20-28

Applicants Submitting ACT

32%

ACT Scores for Hamline University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	20
Math 25th Percentile	19
Composite 25th Percentile	20

ACT Scores for Hamline University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	28
Math 75th Percentile	26
Composite 75th Percentile	28
Average ACT Score	24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Hamline University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Hamline University is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 28. The school ranks #12 in Minnesota for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

32 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Hamline University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Hamline 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 2023 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Hamline University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 90% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 28 ACT score.

Hamline University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
28 and Above	Good	>94%
24 to 28	Avg +	90%-94%
20 to 24	Avg -	83%-90%
16 to 20	Reach	71%-83%
Less than 16	Low	<71%

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High School Class Rank

79% of Hamline University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 43% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Hamline University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	14%
Top 25% of class	43%
Top 50% of class	79%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Hamline University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,991	1,194	3,185
Accepted	1,791	1,070	2,861
Acceptance Rate	90%	90%	90%
Enrolled	247	148	395
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	14%	14%	14%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Hamline University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Hamline 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	Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Hamline University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Hamline University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.48 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1270 and ACT of 24 will almost guarantee your admission.