George Fox University Admission Requirements

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George Fox University Admission Overview

George Fox University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year George Fox University admitted 93.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.7 GPA (A-) and SAT 1070-1340 / ACT 20-29. George Fox University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

George Fox University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

93.5%

Admission Standards

Difficult

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for George Fox University

Acceptance Rate

The George Fox University acceptance rate is 93.5%. Last year, 3,934 of 4,207 applicants were admitted. That is the 16th lowest acceptance rate in Oregon.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into George Fox University and can you get accepted?

George Fox University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.

George Fox University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.7. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

George Fox University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.7

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.7

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at George Fox University typically have around a 3.7 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. George Fox University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

29% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #7 in Oregon for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled George Fox University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 29.26% Good
3.75 to 3.99 23.97% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 17.36% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 13.72% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 7.77% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 7.77% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.17% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

George Fox University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1070-1340

Freshmen who sent SAT

8%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 560
  • Math 510
  • Composite 1070
SAT 25th percentile scores for George Fox University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 680
  • Math 660
  • Composite 1340
SAT 75th percentile scores for George Fox University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at George Fox University typically score around a 1210 SAT (middle 50% 1070–1340) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 77th percentile nationally. George Fox University ranks #8 in the state of Oregon for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1070 to 1340

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

George Fox University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1210 SAT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at George Fox University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1340+ Above 75th >97%
1210 to 1340 Avg + 94%-97%
1070 to 1210 Avg - 89%-94%
Below 1070 Below mid-50 <89%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

George Fox University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-29

Freshmen reporting ACT

4%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 19
  • Composite 20
ACT 25th percentile scores for George Fox University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 28
  • Math 27
  • Composite 29
ACT 75th percentile scores for George Fox University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at George Fox University typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 20–29) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. George Fox University places #7 among colleges in Oregon for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 29

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to George Fox University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 ACT score range.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers

This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at George Fox University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
29+ Above 75th >97%
24 to 29 Avg + 94%-97%
20 to 24 Avg - 90%-94%
Below 20 Below mid-50 <90%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

George Fox University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 2,504 1,703 4,207
Accepted 2,327 1,607 3,934
Acceptance Rate 93% 94% 94%
Enrolled 405 306 711
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 19% 18%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

George Fox University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to George Fox University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at George Fox University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

George Fox University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 93.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.7 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1070-1340); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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GPA calculator: George Fox University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026