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University of North Dakota Admission Requirements

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Chances of getting into University of North Dakota

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
89%
Admission Difficulty for University of North Dakota
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Very Low 
How hard is it to get into University of North Dakota and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at University of North Dakota is 89%.  It ranks #6 in North Dakota for lowest rate of acceptance. University of North Dakota is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 5,308 out of 5,962 applicants were admitted.

The school has average admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 44 percent (SAT 1110/1290 ACT 20/26). University of North Dakota typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.5. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 33% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. University of North Dakota is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.

University of North Dakota SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
1110-1290
Applicants Submitting SAT 
6%
SAT Scores for University of North Dakota
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 550
SAT Math 25th 560
SAT Composite 25th 1110
SAT Scores for University of North Dakota
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 630
SAT Math 75th 660
SAT Composite 75th 1290
Average SAT Score 1200

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of North Dakota?

Students who get into University of North Dakota score in the top 39 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1110-1290. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 1110 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1020. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1200 out of 1600. University of North Dakota ranks #2 in North Dakota for highest average SAT composite score. 6 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

University of North Dakota admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1290 and Above Good >94%
1200 to 1290 Avg + 89%-94%
1110 to 1200 Avg - 81%-89%
1020 to 1110 Reach 69%-81%
Less than 1020 Low <69%
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University of North Dakota ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
20-26 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
59%
ACT Scores for University of North Dakota
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 19
ACT Math 25th 20
ACT Composite 25th 20
ACT Scores for University of North Dakota
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 24
ACT Math 75th 27
ACT Composite 75th 26
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into University of North Dakota?

University of North Dakota regularly accepts students who score 20 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 49 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 20-26. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #2 in North Dakota for highest average ACT composite score. 59 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of North Dakota.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

University of North Dakota admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >94%
23 to 26 Avg + 89%-94%
20 to 23 Avg - 81%-89%
17 to 20 Reach 69%-81%
Less than 17 Low <69%
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University of North Dakota GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.5
Typical High School Grades 
B+

What GPA do you need to get into University of North Dakota?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into University of North Dakota. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of North Dakota was 3.5 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #2 in North Dakota for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.5 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as University of North Dakota accepts 89% of all applicants.

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High School GPA's for admitted University of North Dakota students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 10.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 30.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 22.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 15.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

High School Class Rank

78% of University of North Dakota freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted University of North Dakota students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 23%
Top 25% of class 48%
Top 50% of class 78%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

University of North Dakota admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,792 3,170 5,962
Accepted 2,551 2,757 5,308
Acceptance Rate 91% 87% 89%
Enrolled 871 884 1,755
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 34% 32% 33%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of North Dakota is $35.

Application Requirements

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

University of North Dakota Application Requirements
Test Scores Required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Neither required nor recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required
Recommendations Neither required nor recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at University of North Dakota
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=200280 IPEDS survey data for University of North Dakota.

FAQs

Does University of North Dakota prefer SAT or ACT?

6% of students submit their SAT scores to University of North Dakota. 59% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into University of North Dakota?

89% of those who apply are granted admission to University of North Dakota. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for University of North Dakota?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1110 and 1290. 6% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for University of North Dakota?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 59% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.