Clarion University of Pennsylvania Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Clarion University of Pennsylvania
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
94.1%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Extremely Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into Clarion University of Pennsylvania and can I get accepted? The school has a 94% acceptance rate ranking it #124 in Pennsylvania for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,233 out of 2,373 applicants were admitted making Clarion University of Pennsylvania an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has extremely easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 66 percent. Clarion University of Pennsylvania typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 33% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
950-1130Applicants Submitting SAT
91%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 480 |
| SAT Math 25th | 470 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 950 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 570 |
| SAT Math 75th | 560 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1130 |
| Average SAT Score | 1040 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Clarion University of Pennsylvania?
Clarion University of Pennsylvania typically requires applicants to be in the top 69 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 950 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 860. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1040 out of 1600. The school ranks #76 in Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 91 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1130 and Above | Good | >96% |
| 1040 to 1130 | Avg + | 94%-96% |
| 950 to 1040 | Avg - | 90%-94% |
| 860 to 950 | Reach | 84%-90% |
| Less than 860 | Low | <84% |
Clarion University of Pennsylvania ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
18-22Applicants Submitting ACT
14%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 16 |
| ACT Math 25th | 17 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 18 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 22 |
| ACT Math 75th | 23 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 22 |
| Average ACT Score | 20 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Clarion University of Pennsylvania?
Admission data indicates that Clarion University of Pennsylvania regularly accepts students with ACT's of 18 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 62 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 20 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 22 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #72 in Pennsylvania for highest average ACT composite score. 14 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Clarion University of Pennsylvania.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 22 and Above | Good | >96% |
| 20 to 22 | Avg + | 94%-96% |
| 18 to 20 | Avg - | 90%-94% |
| 16 to 18 | Reach | 84%-90% |
| Less than 16 | Low | <84% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.21Typical High School Grades
BYou will need about average high school grades to get into Clarion University of Pennsylvania. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Clarion University of Pennsylvania was 3.21 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #75 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.21 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Clarion University of Pennsylvania accepts 94% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 17% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 20% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 16% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 13% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 22% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 10% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | 2% | Reach |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 9% |
| Top 25% of class | 25% |
| Top 50% of class | 50% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 50% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 36% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 1,614 | 759 | 2,373 |
| Accepted | 1,542 | 691 | 2,233 |
| Acceptance Rate | 96% | 91% | 94% |
| Enrolled | 503 | 223 | 726 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 33% | 32% | 33% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Aug 1, 2020Days left to Apply
197Applicants have 197 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2020.
Seniors, these are the SAT and ACT test dates you can still sit for a test and send your results to Clarion University of Pennsylvania before the Aug 1 application deadline.
| SAT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Mar 14 | Mar 27 |
| May 2 | May 15 |
| Jun 6 | Jul 15 |
| ACT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Feb 8 | Feb 19 |
| Apr 4 | Apr 14 |
| Jun 13 | Jun 23 |
| Jul 18 | Jul 28 |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Clarion University of Pennsylvania and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Required |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=211644 IPEDS survey data for Clarion University of Pennsylvania.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Clarion University of Pennsylvania prefer SAT or ACT?
91% of students submit their SAT scores to Clarion University of Pennsylvania. 14% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Clarion University of Pennsylvania?
94% of those who apply are granted admission to Clarion University of Pennsylvania. 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 Clarion University of Pennsylvania?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 950 and 1130. 91% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Clarion University of Pennsylvania?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 18 and 22. 14% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
