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Your chances of getting into Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

84.7%
Admission Difficulty for Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at FDU is 84.7%.  Its admission rate is the 26th lowest in New Jersey.

Admission Selectivity

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

Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 3,374 out of the 3,982 who applied were admitted.

Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.31. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into FDU?

85% 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.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.31 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

FDU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.31

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into FDU are to have around a 3.31 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.31 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as FDU accepts 85% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at FDU is 3.31 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 #12 in New Jersey for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since FDU 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 Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 11.92% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.67% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 14.56% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 14.77% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.56% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 16.98% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 9.49% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.05% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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FDU SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required or recommended by Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

FDU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

High School Class Rank

100% of Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 0%
Top 25% of class 0%
Top 50% of class 0%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,221 1,761 3,982
Accepted 1,928 1,446 3,374
Acceptance Rate 87% 82% 85%
Enrolled 234 229 463
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 12% 16% 14%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus is $50.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus Application Requirements
Test Scores Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required
Recommendations Required
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=184603 IPEDS survey data for Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus.

FAQs

What is my chance of getting into Fairleigh Dickinson University Metropolitan Campus?

85% of those who apply are granted admission to FDU. Admission competition is and the college has unavailable admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.