DBU Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Dallas Baptist University
Dallas Baptist University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
88.1%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Average | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into DBU and can I get accepted? The school has a 88% acceptance rate ranking it #59 in Texas for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,428 out of 2,757 applicants were admitted making Dallas Baptist University an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has average requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 46 percent. Dallas Baptist University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 23% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1090-1270Applicants Submitting SAT
41%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 560 |
| SAT Math 25th | 530 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1090 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 650 |
| SAT Math 75th | 620 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1270 |
| Average SAT Score | 1180 |
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Dallas Baptist University?
Dallas Baptist University typically requires applicants to be in the top 43 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1090 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 1000. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1180 out of 1600. The school ranks #15 in Texas for highest average SAT composite score. 41 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.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1270 and Above | Good | >93% |
| 1180 to 1270 | Avg + | 88%-93% |
| 1090 to 1180 | Avg - | 81%-88% |
| 1000 to 1090 | Reach | 72%-81% |
| Less than 1000 | Low | <72% |
DBU ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
20-24Applicants Submitting ACT
59%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | N/A |
| ACT Math 25th | N/A |
| ACT Composite 25th | 20 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | N/A |
| ACT Math 75th | N/A |
| ACT Composite 75th | 24 |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into DBU?
Admission data indicates that DBU 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 18 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 24 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #24 in Texas for highest average ACT composite score. 59 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Dallas Baptist University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 24 and Above | Good | >93% |
| 22 to 24 | Avg + | 88%-93% |
| 20 to 22 | Avg - | 81%-88% |
| 18 to 20 | Reach | 72%-81% |
| Less than 18 | Low | <72% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.5Typical High School Grades
B+You will need very good grades in high school to get into Dallas Baptist University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Dallas Baptist University was 3.5 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #21 in Texas for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.5 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as DBU accepts 88% of all applicants.
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 1,770 | 987 | 2,757 |
| Accepted | 1,559 | 869 | 2,428 |
| Acceptance Rate | 88% | 88% | 88% |
| Enrolled | 327 | 221 | 548 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 21% | 25% | 23% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Dallas Baptist University 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 | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dallas Baptist University prefer SAT or ACT?
41% of students submit their SAT scores to DBU. 59% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Dallas Baptist University?
88% of those who apply are granted admission to DBU. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Dallas Baptist University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1090 and 1270. 41% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Dallas Baptist University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 24. 59% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.