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

Your chances of getting into Ohio Northern University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

73.4%

Admission Difficulty for Ohio Northern University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Difficult
Applicant Competition		Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at ONU is 73.4%. Its admission rate is the 34th lowest in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

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

ONU is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 3,328 out of the 4,537 who applied were admitted.

Ohio Northern University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.78. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into ONU?

73% 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 Ohio Northern University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.78 or better
Earn A- grades in high school
Score 1270 on the SAT
Score 27 on the ACT

ONU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.78

Typical High School Grades

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Ohio Northern University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into ONU are to have around a 3.78 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as ONU accepts 73% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at ONU is 3.78 on the 4.0 scale. 34% 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 A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #5 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since ONU 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 3.8 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 Ohio Northern University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	33.82%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	24.42%	Avg
3.50 to 3.74	16.37%	Avg -
3.25 to 3.49	12.01%	Reach
3.00 to 3.24	7.37%	Reach
2.50 to 2.99	5.32%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	0.55%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0.14%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

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ONU SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Ohio Northern University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 10% of students submitted SAT scores and 42% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

1173-1376

Applicants Submitting SAT

10%

SAT Scores for Ohio Northern University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	580
Math 25th Percentile	593
Composite 25th Percentile	1173

SAT Scores for Ohio Northern University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	678
Math 75th Percentile	698
Composite 75th Percentile	1376
Average SAT Score	1270

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at ONU is 1270 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1173-1376. Students who get into Ohio Northern University score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers.. ONU ranks #9 in the state of Ohio and #234 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1270 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. ONU regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1173 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1173, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1080, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Ohio Northern 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 1270 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 1274, you have around a 73% chance of being admitted. A 1376 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

Ohio Northern University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1376 and Above	Good	>84%
1274 to 1376	Avg +	73%-84%
1173 to 1274	Avg -	59%-73%
1072 to 1173	Reach	43%-59%
Less than 1072	Low	<43%

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ONU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

25-29

Applicants Submitting ACT

42%

ACT Scores for Ohio Northern University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	22
Math 25th Percentile	25
Composite 25th Percentile	25

ACT Scores for Ohio Northern University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	29
Math 75th Percentile	30
Composite 75th Percentile	29
Average ACT Score	27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into ONU?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to ONU is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 25 and 29. The school ranks #11 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 25 and score in the score in the top 22 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 23.

42 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Ohio Northern University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Ohio Northern 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 ONU for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 73% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 29 ACT score.

Ohio Northern University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
29 and Above	Good	>84%
27 to 29	Avg +	73%-84%
25 to 27	Avg -	59%-73%
23 to 25	Reach	43%-59%
Less than 23	Low	<43%

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Admission Statistics

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

Ohio Northern University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	2,346	2,191	4,537
Accepted	1,727	1,601	3,328
Acceptance Rate	74%	73%	73%
Enrolled	267	320	587
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	15%	20%	18%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2023 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

Applicants have 54 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Aug 15, 2025.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

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

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Ohio Northern University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because ONU is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.78 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1270 on the SAT and 27 on the ACT will further lock in your application.