Johnson College Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Johnson College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

97.9%

Admission Standards

Unavailable

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for Johnson College

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Johnson College is 97.9%. Its admission rate is the 114th lowest in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

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

Johnson 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, 426 out of the 435 who applied were admitted.

Johnson College typically accepts and attracts "B-" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.95. Of those applicants who were admitted, 57% enrolled. This indicates that the school is a top choice for many students who apply.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into Johnson College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 2.95 or better
  • Earn B- grades in high school
  • Score 1050 on the SAT

Johnson College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

2.95

Typical High School Grades

B-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.95

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GPA Requirements & Average GPA

The GPA requirements for getting into Johnson College are to have around a 2.95 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale. You can get into Johnson College with slightly below average high school grades. With very low applicant competition, students whose grades exceed the average 2.95 GPA have a very good chance of being admitted.

To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B- letter grades and regularly score around 80-82 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #92 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Johnson College 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 3.0 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Johnson College SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

950-1140

Applicants Submitting SAT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 480
  • Math 470
  • Composite 950
SAT 25th percentile scores for Johnson College

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 570
  • Math 570
  • Composite 1140
SAT 75th percentile scores for Johnson College

SAT Scores You Need to Get In

The average SAT score at Johnson College is 1050 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 950-1140. Students who get into Johnson College score in the top 69 percent of all SAT test takers.  Johnson College ranks #96 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 950 to 1140

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To be most competitive with other applicants, target scoring 1050 or above on the SAT. Johnson College regularly admits students with scores down to 950; three quarters of admitted students score higher, and admission should be considered a reach if you score below 950. Some students may be accepted with SAT scores as low as 855, though scores that low are outside the normal range. With very low applicant competition, students whose SAT scores exceed the average typically have a very good chance of being admitted.

Submission Requirements

Submission of SAT scores is not required for admission to Johnson College. If you optionally submit an SAT score, it will be considered with your application, but it is not mandatory. 2% of students submitted SAT scores for admission for the most recent academic year.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1050 SAT score range.

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

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

These estimated admission chances at Johnson College are based on SAT score and the school's acceptance rate, assuming an otherwise average GPA and application. With very low applicant competition, students with scores in the upper ranges typically have a strong chance of acceptance.

Johnson College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1140 and Above Strong >99%
1050 to 1140 Avg + 98%-99%
950 to 1050 Avg - 96%-98%
850 to 950 Reach 93%-96%
Less than 850 Low <93%

What do these chances mean?

Johnson College ACT Scores

ACT Score Profile & Requirements

ACT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT

-

Lower Quartile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Overall N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for Johnson College

Upper Quartile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Overall N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Johnson College

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

High School Class Rank

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Johnson College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 74 361 435
Accepted 67 359 426
Acceptance Rate 91% 99% 98%
Enrolled 36 208 244
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 54% 58% 57%

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

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

252

Applicants have 252 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on May 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Johnson College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Johnson College 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Johnson College
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Johnson College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria.

Aim for a 2.95 high school GPA or better. SAT scores around 1050 can strengthen your application. Applications are due May 1, 2027 (252 days remaining).

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=213233.

GPA calculator: Johnson College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026