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Blue Mountain College Admission Requirements

Blue Mountain, Mississippi

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Your chances of getting into Blue Mountain College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

99.1%
Admission Difficulty for Blue Mountain College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Blue Mountain College is 99.1%.  Its admission rate is the 13th lowest in Mississippi.

Admission Selectivity

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

Blue Mountain College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 217 out of the 219 who applied were admitted.

The school has very easy admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 58 percent (SAT 1040/1160 ACT 18/23). Blue Mountain College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.52. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. Of those applicants who were admitted, 65% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.

Can you get into Blue Mountain College?

99% 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 Blue Mountain College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.52 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1100 on the SAT
  • Score 20 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Blue Mountain College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.52

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Blue Mountain College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Blue Mountain College are to have around a 3.52 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.52 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Blue Mountain College accepts 99% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Blue Mountain College is 3.52 on the 4.0 scale. 20% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. 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 #5 in Mississippi 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 Blue Mountain College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 20.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 17.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 19.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 10.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 4.0% 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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Blue Mountain College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Blue Mountain 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 

1040-1160

Applicants Submitting SAT 

9%
SAT Scores for Blue Mountain College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 520
Math 25th Percentile 520
Composite 25th Percentile 1040
SAT Scores for Blue Mountain College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 550
Math 75th Percentile 610
Composite 75th Percentile 1160
Average SAT Score 1100

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Blue Mountain College is 1100 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1040-1160. Students who get into Blue Mountain College score in the top 53 percent of all SAT test takers..  Blue Mountain College ranks #7 in the state of Mississippi for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1100 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Blue Mountain College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1040 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1040, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 980, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 9 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1100 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 1100, you have around a 99% chance of being admitted. A 1160 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 99% chance of getting in.

Blue Mountain College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1160 and Above Good >99%
1100 to 1160 Avg + 99%-99%
1040 to 1100 Avg - 98%-99%
980 to 1040 Reach 96%-98%
Less than 980 Low <96%
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Blue Mountain College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

18-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

90%
ACT Scores for Blue Mountain College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 17
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 18
ACT Scores for Blue Mountain College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 24
Math 75th Percentile 23
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Blue Mountain College is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 23.  The school ranks #10 in Mississippi for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 90 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Blue Mountain College.

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Blue Mountain College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 99% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 99% with a 23 ACT score.

Blue Mountain College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >99%
20 to 23 Avg + 99%-99%
18 to 20 Avg - 98%-99%
16 to 18 Reach 97%-98%
Less than 16 Low <97%
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High School Class Rank

66% of Blue Mountain College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 21% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Blue Mountain College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 5%
Top 25% of class 21%
Top 50% of class 66%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Blue Mountain College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 118 101 219
Accepted 117 100 217
Acceptance Rate 99% 99% 99%
Enrolled 72 70 142
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 62% 70% 65%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Blue Mountain College Application Requirements
Test Scores Required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Required
Completion of College Preparatory Program Considered but not required
Recommendations Considered but not required
Demonstration of Competencies Considered but not required

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Blue Mountain College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Blue Mountain College 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 3.52 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1100 and ACT of 20 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=175430 IPEDS survey data for Blue Mountain College.

FAQs

Does Blue Mountain College prefer SAT or ACT?

9% of students submit their SAT scores to Blue Mountain College. 90% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Blue Mountain College?

99% of those who apply are granted admission to Blue Mountain College. Admission competition is 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 Blue Mountain College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1040 and 1160. The average SAT score is 1100. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Blue Mountain College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 18 and 23. The average ACT score is 20. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.