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Your chances of getting into Chestnut Hill College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

98.2%
Admission Difficulty for Chestnut Hill College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at CHC is 98.2%.  Its admission rate is the 125th lowest in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

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

Chestnut Hill College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,515 out of the 1,543 who applied were admitted.

Chestnut Hill College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.12. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 10% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into CHC?

98% 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.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Chestnut Hill College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.12 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1000 on the SAT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

CHC GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.12

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Chestnut Hill College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into CHC are to have around a 3.12 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.12 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as CHC accepts 98% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at CHC is 3.12 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #93 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since CHC 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 3.1 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 Chestnut Hill College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 5.41% Good
3.75 to 3.99 7.03% Good
3.50 to 3.74 18.38% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 17.3% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 21.08% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 19.46% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 9.73% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.08% Reach
less than 1.00 1.08% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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CHC SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Chestnut Hill College. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

900-1090

Applicants Submitting SAT 

3%
SAT Scores for Chestnut Hill College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 460
Math 25th Percentile 440
Composite 25th Percentile 900
SAT Scores for Chestnut Hill College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 550
Math 75th Percentile 540
Composite 75th Percentile 1090
Average SAT Score 1000

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Chestnut Hill College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at CHC is 1000 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 900-1090. Students who get into Chestnut Hill College score in the top 78 percent of all SAT test takers..  CHC ranks #100 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1000 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. CHC regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 900 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 900, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 800, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Chestnut Hill College 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 considered for admission, even if submitted (test blind)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1000 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 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 995, you have around a 98% chance of being admitted. A 1090 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 99% chance of getting in.

Chestnut Hill College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1090 and Above Good >99%
995 to 1090 Avg + 98%-99%
900 to 995 Avg - 96%-98%
805 to 900 Reach 93%-96%
Less than 805 Low <93%
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CHC ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Chestnut Hill College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Chestnut Hill College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

60% of Chestnut Hill College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 24% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Chestnut Hill College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 8%
Top 25% of class 24%
Top 50% of class 60%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Chestnut Hill College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 901 642 1,543
Accepted 901 614 1,515
Acceptance Rate 100% 96% 98%
Enrolled 62 82 144
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 7% 13% 10%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Chestnut Hill College is $35.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Chestnut Hill College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Chestnut Hill College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
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

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Chestnut Hill College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Chestnut Hill College often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=211583 IPEDS survey data for Chestnut Hill College.

Last updated February 24, 2024

FAQs

Does Chestnut Hill College prefer SAT or ACT?

3% of students submit their SAT scores to CHC.

What is my chance of getting into Chestnut Hill College?

98% of those who apply are granted admission to CHC. Admission competition is and the college has extremely easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Chestnut Hill College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 900 and 1090. The average SAT score is 995. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.