University of Toledo Admission Requirements

Open Admission Policy

Can I get into University of Toledo? University of Toledo is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult University of Toledo directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into University of Toledo?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into University of Toledo are to have around a 3.56 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.56 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as University of Toledo accepts 97% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at University of Toledo is 3.56 on the 4.0 scale. 24% 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 B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #25 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since University of Toledo 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 3.6 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.

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to University of Toledo. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 16% of students submitted SAT scores and 46% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at University of Toledo is 1160 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1030-1280. Students who get into University of Toledo score in the top 55 percent of all SAT test takers..  University of Toledo ranks #18 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1160 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. University of Toledo regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1030 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1030, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 900, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

University of Toledo 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 "considered but not required".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1160 SAT score range.

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 1155, you have around a 97% chance of being admitted. A 1280 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 98% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to University of Toledo is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 21 and 28.  The school ranks #18 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 21 and score in the score in the top 43 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 18.

46 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Toledo.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as University of Toledo is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "considered but not required".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into University of Toledo for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 97% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 99% with a 28 ACT score.

High School Class Rank

79% of University of Toledo freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 49% are in the top quarter.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Toledo is $40.

Application Requirements

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

Credits Accepted