Chances of getting into Ashland University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
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How hard is it to get into Ashland College and can I get accepted? The school has a 71% acceptance rate ranking it #31 in Ohio for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 3,095 out of 4,349 applicants were admitted making Ashland College a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 58 percent. Ashland University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
Test Requirements
You must submit admission test scores with your application. Ashland University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to determine if testing requirements are temporarily suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ashland College SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
Applicants Submitting SAT
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 500 |
| SAT Math 25th | 500 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1000 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 600 |
| SAT Math 75th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1190 |
| Average SAT Score | 1100 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Ashland University?
Ashland University typically prefers applicants to be in the top 60 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1000 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 900. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1100 out of 1600. The school ranks #29 in Ohio for highest average SAT composite score. 8 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2019 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1190 and Above | Good | >81% |
| 1095 to 1190 | Avg + | 71%-81% |
| 1000 to 1095 | Avg - | 59%-71% |
| 905 to 1000 | Reach | 46%-59% |
| Less than 905 | Low | <46% |
Ashland College ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
Applicants Submitting ACT
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 18 |
| ACT Math 25th | 18 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 19 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 23 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 24 |
| Average ACT Score | 21 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Ashland College?
Admission data indicates that Ashland College regularly accepts students with ACT's of 19 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 56 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 24 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #34 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 90 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Ashland University.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2019 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 24 and Above | Good | >82% |
| 21 to 24 | Avg + | 71%-82% |
| 19 to 21 | Avg - | 62%-71% |
| 17 to 19 | Reach | 51%-62% |
| Less than 17 | Low | <51% |
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Ashland College GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
Typical High School Grades
What GPA do you need to get into Ashland University?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into Ashland College. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Ashland University was 3.3 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #29 in Ohio for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Ashland College accepts 71% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 27% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 16% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 15% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 17% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 18% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 6% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
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High School Class Rank
76% of Ashland University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 18% |
| Top 25% of class | 46% |
| Top 50% of class | 76% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 24% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 4% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,439 | 1,910 | 4,349 |
| Accepted | 1,750 | 1,345 | 3,095 |
| Acceptance Rate | 72% | 70% | 71% |
| Enrolled | 295 | 318 | 613 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 17% | 24% | 20% |
Fall 2021 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 192 days left until the Fall 2021 term applications are due on May 1, 2022.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Ashland University is $0.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Ashland University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=201104 IPEDS survey data for Ashland University.
FAQs
Does Ashland University prefer SAT or ACT?
8% of students submit their SAT scores to Ashland College. 90% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Ashland University?
71% of those who apply are granted admission to Ashland College. Admission competition is low and the college has easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Ashland University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1000 and 1190. 8% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Ashland University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 19 and 24. 90% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.