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

Your chances of getting into Webster University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

58%

Admission Difficulty for Webster University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Average
Applicant Competition		Average

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Webster University is 58%. Its admission rate is the 7th lowest in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

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

Webster University is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 3,097 out of the 5,341 who applied were admitted.

Webster University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.64. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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58% 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 Webster University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.64 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1120 on the SAT
Score 24 on the ACT

Webster University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.64

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Webster University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Webster University are to have around a 3.64 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Webster University accepts 58% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Webster University is 3.64 on the 4.0 scale. 61% 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 #10 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Webster 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 3.6 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 Webster University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	61.0%	Avg +
3.75 to 3.99	2.0%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	11.0%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	3.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	8.0%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	7.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	6.0%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	2.0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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Webster University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Webster University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 9% of students submitted SAT scores and 37% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1006-1233

Applicants Submitting SAT

SAT Scores for Webster University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	518
Math 25th Percentile	488
Composite 25th Percentile	1006

SAT Scores for Webster University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	643
Math 75th Percentile	590
Composite 75th Percentile	1233
Average SAT Score	1120

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Webster University is 1120 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1006-1233. Students who get into Webster University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. Webster University ranks #16 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1120 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Webster University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1006 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1006, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 890, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Webster 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 1120 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 1119, you have around a 58% chance of being admitted. A 1233 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 72% chance of getting in.

Webster University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1233 and Above	Good	>72%
1119 to 1233	Avg +	58%-72%
1006 to 1119	Avg -	42%-58%
893 to 1006	Reach	28%-42%
Less than 893	Low	<28%

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Webster University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

20-28

Applicants Submitting ACT

37%

ACT Scores for Webster University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	20
Math 25th Percentile	17
Composite 25th Percentile	20

ACT Scores for Webster University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	28
Math 75th Percentile	25
Composite 75th Percentile	28
Average ACT Score	24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

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

37 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Webster University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Webster 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 Webster University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 58% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 72% with a 28 ACT score.

Webster University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
28 and Above	Good	>72%
24 to 28	Avg +	58%-72%
20 to 24	Avg -	42%-58%
16 to 20	Reach	28%-42%
Less than 16	Low	<28%

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Admission Statistics

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

Webster University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	2,721	2,618	5,341
Accepted	1,626	1,470	3,097
Acceptance Rate	60%	56%	58%
Enrolled	273	179	452
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	17%	12%	15%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

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

Credits Accepted

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

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Webster University is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.64 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1120 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1233 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 24 on the ACT places you in a strong position.