The acceptance rate at Gannon University is 79%. It ranks #57 in Pennsylvania for lowest rate of acceptance. Gannon University is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 3,520 out of 4,442 applicants were admitted.
The school has average admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 56 percent (SAT 990/1210 ACT 20/26). Gannon University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.63. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The Gannon University application fee is $25 and applications are due by Jun 1.
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Gannon University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 25th | 500 |
SAT Math 25th | 490 |
SAT Composite 25th | 990 |
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 75th | 610 |
SAT Math 75th | 600 |
SAT Composite 75th | 1210 |
Average SAT Score | 1100
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Gannon University?
Gannon University typically prefers applicants to be in the top 62 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 990 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 880. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1100 out of 1600. Gannon University ranks #30 in Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 83 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEngage with counselors on a personal level to demonstrate your interest in their school and get answers to all of your admissions-related questions.
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ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 25th | 18 |
ACT Math 25th | 18 |
ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 75th | 26 |
ACT Math 75th | 26 |
ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
Average ACT Score | 23
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What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Gannon University?
Admission data indicates that Gannon University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 20 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 49 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #26 in Pennsylvania for highest average ACT composite score. 38 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Gannon University.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classWhat GPA do you need to get into Gannon University?
Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into Gannon University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Gannon University was 3.63 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #22 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.63 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Gannon University accepts 79% of all applicants.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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62.67% of Gannon University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
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Top 10% of class | 30.67% |
Top 25% of class | 62.67% |
Top 50% of class | 93% |
Women | Men | Total | |
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Applied | 2,529 | 1,913 | 4,442 |
Accepted | 2,096 | 1,424 | 3,520 |
Acceptance Rate | 83% | 74% | 79% |
Enrolled | 389 | 245 | 634 |
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 19% | 17% | 18% |
Applicants have 118 days left until the Fall 2022 term applications are due on Jun 1, 2023.
The cost for prospective students to apply to Gannon University is $25.
What are the requirements for admission to Gannon University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test Scores | Required |
High School GPA | Required |
High School Class Rank | Recommended |
Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
Recommendations | Recommended |
Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
AP Credit | Yes |
Dual Credit | Yes |
Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=212601 IPEDS survey data for Gannon University.
83% of students submit their SAT scores to Gannon University. 38% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
79% of those who apply are granted admission to Gannon University. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 990 and 1210. 83% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 38% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.