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Millersville University of Pennsylvania Admission Requirements

Millersville, Pennsylvania

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Your chances of getting into Millersville University of Pennsylvania

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

96.4%
Admission Difficulty for Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Millersville University of Pennsylvania is 96.4%.  Its admission rate is the 103rd lowest in Pennsylvania.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Millersville University of Pennsylvania and can you get accepted?

Millersville University of Pennsylvania is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 5,866 out of the 6,087 who applied were admitted.

The school has moderate admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 60 percent on standardized admission tests. Millersville University of Pennsylvania typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.21. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Millersville University of Pennsylvania?

96% 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 Millersville University of Pennsylvania you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.21 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1110 on the SAT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class
  • Submit letters of recommendation from your teachers

Millersville University of Pennsylvania GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.21*

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Millersville University of Pennsylvania?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Millersville University of Pennsylvania are to have around a 3.21 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.21 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Millersville University of Pennsylvania accepts 96% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Millersville University of Pennsylvania is 3.21 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 #87 in Pennsylvania for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Millersville University of Pennsylvania 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 3.2 GPA range.

*This school has not published high school GPA data for its incoming freshman class. In these cases, CollegeSimply uses an algorithm to predict GPA based on this school's test scores and a large sample of college GPA data. 3.21 is a prediction of the school's average incoming freshman GPA.

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Millersville University of Pennsylvania SAT Scores

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Millersville University of Pennsylvania. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 37% of students submitted SAT scores.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1000-1220

Applicants Submitting SAT 

37%
SAT Scores for Millersville University of Pennsylvania
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 500
Math 25th Percentile 500
Composite 25th Percentile 1000
SAT Scores for Millersville University of Pennsylvania
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 620
Math 75th Percentile 600
Composite 75th Percentile 1220
Average SAT Score 1110

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Millersville University of Pennsylvania?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Millersville University of Pennsylvania is 1110 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1000-1220. Students who get into Millersville University of Pennsylvania score in the top 60 percent of all SAT test takers..  Millersville University of Pennsylvania ranks #43 in the state of Pennsylvania for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1110 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Millersville University of Pennsylvania regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1000 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1000, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 890, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Millersville University of Pennsylvania 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 "considered but not required".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1110 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 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 1110, you have around a 96% chance of being admitted. A 1220 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 98% chance of getting in.

Millersville University of Pennsylvania admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1220 and Above Good >98%
1110 to 1220 Avg + 96%-98%
1000 to 1110 Avg - 93%-96%
890 to 1000 Reach 87%-93%
Less than 890 Low <87%
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Millersville University of Pennsylvania ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Millersville University of Pennsylvania
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Millersville University of Pennsylvania
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 2021 starting class

High School Class Rank

67% of Millersville University of Pennsylvania freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 33% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Millersville University of Pennsylvania students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 11%
Top 25% of class 33%
Top 50% of class 67%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Millersville University of Pennsylvania admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,562 2,525 6,087
Accepted 3,466 2,400 5,866
Acceptance Rate 97% 95% 96%
Enrolled 714 511 1,225
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 21% 21% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Millersville University of Pennsylvania is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Millersville University of Pennsylvania and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Millersville University of Pennsylvania Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Neither required nor recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Millersville University of Pennsylvania
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Millersville University of Pennsylvania often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=214041 IPEDS survey data for Millersville University of Pennsylvania.

FAQs

Does Millersville University of Pennsylvania prefer SAT or ACT?

37% of students submit their SAT scores to Millersville University of Pennsylvania.

What is my chance of getting into Millersville University of Pennsylvania?

96% of those who apply are granted admission to Millersville University of Pennsylvania. Admission competition is and the college has moderate admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Millersville University of Pennsylvania?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1000 and 1220. The average SAT score is 1110. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.