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

Your chances of getting into Caldwell University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

65.4%

Admission Difficulty for Caldwell University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Average
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Caldwell University is 65.4%. Its admission rate is the 6th lowest in New Jersey.

Admission Selectivity

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

Caldwell University is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 5,131 out of the 7,845 who applied were admitted.

Caldwell University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.3. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 7% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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65% 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 Caldwell University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.3 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 1170 on the SAT
Score 23 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Caldwell University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.3

Typical High School Grades

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Caldwell University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Caldwell University are to have around a 3.3 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Caldwell University accepts 65% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Caldwell University is 3.3 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 #14 in New Jersey for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Caldwell 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 3.3 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 Caldwell University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	11.42%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	11.81%	Good
3.50 to 3.74	18.1%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	17.32%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	13.39%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	16.54%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	10.24%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	1.18%	Reach
less than 1.00	0%	Reach

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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Caldwell University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Caldwell University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1010-1320

Applicants Submitting SAT

23%

SAT Scores for Caldwell University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	500
Math 25th Percentile	510
Composite 25th Percentile	1010

SAT Scores for Caldwell University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	620
Math 75th Percentile	700
Composite 75th Percentile	1320
Average SAT Score	1170

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Caldwell University is 1170 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1010-1320. Students who get into Caldwell University score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers.. Caldwell University ranks #15 in the state of New Jersey for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1170 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Caldwell University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1010 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1010, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 850, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Caldwell 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 considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1170 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 1165, you have around a 65% chance of being admitted. A 1320 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 78% chance of getting in.

Caldwell University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1320 and Above	Good	>78%
1165 to 1320	Avg +	65%-78%
1010 to 1165	Avg -	49%-65%
855 to 1010	Reach	34%-49%
Less than 855	Low	<34%

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Caldwell University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

20-26

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for Caldwell University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	23
Math 25th Percentile	15
Composite 25th Percentile	20

ACT Scores for Caldwell University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	24
Math 75th Percentile	27
Composite 75th Percentile	26
Average ACT Score	23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Caldwell University is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 26. The school ranks #13 in New Jersey for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. 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 17.

1 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Caldwell University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Caldwell University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

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 Caldwell University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 65% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 78% with a 26 ACT score.

Caldwell University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
26 and Above	Good	>78%
23 to 26	Avg +	65%-78%
20 to 23	Avg -	49%-65%
17 to 20	Reach	34%-49%
Less than 17	Low	<34%

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High School Class Rank

63% of Caldwell University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 31% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Caldwell University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	6%
Top 25% of class	31%
Top 50% of class	63%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Caldwell University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	4,273	3,507	7,845
Accepted	2,969	2,156	5,131
Acceptance Rate	69%	61%	65%
Enrolled	202	141	343
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	7%	7%	7%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Caldwell University is $50.

Application Requirements

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

Caldwell University Application Requirements
Test Scores	Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
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	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

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

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Caldwell University is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.3 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1170 on the SAT and 23 on the ACT will further lock in your application.