Winthrop University Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Winthrop University is 75.1%.  Its admission rate is the 19th lowest in South Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

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

Winthrop University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 4,397 out of the 5,858 who applied were admitted.

Winthrop University typically accepts and attracts "A/A+" average high school students with an average GPA around 4.0. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 20% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Winthrop University?

75% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Winthrop University you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 4.0 or better
• Earn A/A+ grades in high school
• Score 1120 on the SAT
• Score 23 on the ACT
• Graduate in the top half of your high school class

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

What GPA do you need to get into Winthrop University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Winthrop University are to have around a 4.0 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school grades are above the average 4.0 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Winthrop University accepts 75% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Winthrop University is 4.0 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A/A+ letter grades and regularly score around 97-100 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #2 in South Carolina for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Winthrop University 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 4.0 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Winthrop University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 26% of students submitted SAT scores and 18% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Winthrop University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Winthrop University is 1120 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1010-1220. Students who get into Winthrop University score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers..  Winthrop University ranks #12 in the state of South Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1120 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Winthrop University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1010 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1010, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 900, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Winthrop University 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

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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 1115, you have around a 75% chance of being admitted. A 1220 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 85% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Winthrop University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Winthrop University is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 20 and 26.  The school ranks #12 in South Carolina for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 20 and score in the score in the top 49 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 17.

18 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Winthrop University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Winthrop University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Winthrop University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 75% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 85% with a 26 ACT score.

High School Class Rank

77% of Winthrop University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 44% are in the top quarter.

Admission Statistics

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Winthrop University is $50.

Application Requirements

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

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Winthrop University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 4.0 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1120 and ACT of 23 will almost guarantee your admission.