CULVER Admission Requirements
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Your chances of getting into Culver Stockton College
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Percent Admitted The percent of high school students who historically have been accepted at this school.
Admission Standards Measure of this school's average accepted admission test scores (SAT/ACT) vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for Culver Stockton College
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at CULVER is 99.1%. Its admission rate is the 42nd lowest in Missouri.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into CULVER and can you get accepted?
Culver Stockton 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, 1,863 out of the 1,880 who applied were admitted.
Culver Stockton College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.37. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 10% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
Admission Requirements in Brief
To have the best chance of getting into Culver Stockton College you should:
- Have a high school GPA of 3.37 or better
- Earn B+ grades in high school
- Score 1030 on the SAT
- Score 22 on the ACT
- Graduate in the top half of your high school class
CULVER GPA
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.37Typical High School Grades Letter grade equivalent for the average high school GPA for incoming freshmen.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.37
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
The GPA requirements for getting into CULVER are to have around a 3.37 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale. You are required to have above average high school grades. With very low applicant competition, students whose grades exceed the average 3.37 GPA have a very good chance of being admitted.
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 #29 in Missouri for highest average GPA.
Importance of GPA
Since CULVER 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 3.4 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.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
CULVER SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range The middle 50% of incoming freshmen have SAT scores in this range. The maximum score is 1600.
970-1080Applicants Submitting SAT Percentage of students who submit SAT scores with their application to this school.
2%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 500
- Math 470
- Composite 970
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 550
- Math 530
- Composite 1080
SAT Scores You Need to Get In
The average SAT score at CULVER is 1030 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 970-1080. Students who get into Culver Stockton College score in the top 66 percent of all SAT test takers. CULVER ranks #26 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 970 to 1080
To be most competitive with other applicants, target scoring 1030 or above on the SAT. CULVER regularly admits students with scores down to 970; three quarters of admitted students score higher, and admission should be considered a reach if you score below 970. Some students may be accepted with SAT scores as low as 915, though scores that low are outside the normal range. With very low applicant competition, students whose SAT scores exceed the average typically have a very good chance of being admitted.
Submission Requirements
Submission of SAT scores is not required for admission to Culver Stockton College. If you optionally submit an SAT score, it will be considered with your application, but it is not mandatory. 2% of students submitted SAT scores for admission for the most recent academic year.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1030 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
These estimated admission chances at CULVER are based on SAT score and the school's acceptance rate, assuming an otherwise average GPA and application. With very low applicant competition, students with scores in the upper ranges typically have a strong chance of acceptance.
CULVER ACT Scores
ACT Score Profile & Requirements
ACT Range Half of enrolled freshmen scored within this ACT score range. The top possible score is 36.
19-25Applicants Submitting ACT Share of enrolling students who included ACT results in their application.
2%Lower Quartile Scores
- English 17
- Math 17
- Overall 19
Upper Quartile Scores
- English 23
- Math 24
- Overall 25
What ACT Score Do You Need?
Admitted students at CULVER typically earn a score of 22 on the 36-point scale, with most falling between 19 and 25. Successful applicants tend to rank among the top 56% of ACT examinees nationwide. Among colleges in the state of Missouri, CULVER ranks #14 for average ACT score.
ACT Score Range (Middle 50% of Admits) 19 to 25
Applicants who post a score of 22 or higher on the ACT are usually among the strongest. CULVER has admitted students scoring as low as 19, but most incoming students are above that mark. Scoring below the 25th percentile should be treated as a reach. In rare cases, scores near 16 have been enough, though that is well outside the usual band. Admission is largely accessible, so a median score makes CULVER a likely school.
ACT Submission Policy
You may apply to Culver Stockton College without sending ACT results. Any score you choose to include will still be reviewed, but it is not required. 2% of recent applicants did report ACT scores.
Browse colleges with similar ACT expectations in the 22 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission Chances by ACT Score
See where your ACT score lands at CULVER, from reach to likely. Each estimate pairs your score with the acceptance rate and assumes a typical GPA. Admission is largely accessible, making CULVER a strong likely school.
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
64% of Culver Stockton College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 28% are in the top quarter.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Applying
Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Aug 15, 2027Days left to Apply
356Applicants have 356 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 15, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Culver Stockton College is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Culver Stockton College and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Credits Accepted
Admission Requirements Summary
CULVER is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria.
Aim for a 3.37 high school GPA or better. Graduating in the top half of your class will also help your chances. SAT scores around 1030 and ACT scores around 22 can strengthen your application. Applications are due Aug 15, 2027 (356 days remaining).
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=177144.
GPA calculator: Culver Stockton College GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026