Chances of getting into Dallas Baptist University
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into DBU and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at DBU is 99%. It ranks #70 in Texas for lowest rate of acceptance. Dallas Baptist University is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 4,637 out of 4,704 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 980/1200 ACT 20/27). Dallas Baptist University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.48. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Dallas Baptist University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
DBU SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 500 |
| SAT Math 25th | 480 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 980 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 610 |
| SAT Math 75th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1200 |
| Average SAT Score | 1090
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Dallas Baptist University?
Dallas Baptist University typically prefers applicants to be in the top 64 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 980 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 870. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1090 out of 1600. DBU ranks #26 in Texas for highest average SAT composite score. 41 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
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DBU ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| 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 | 27 |
| Average ACT Score | 23
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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 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 24 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 27 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #17 in Texas for highest average ACT composite score. 59 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Dallas Baptist University.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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DBU GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into Dallas Baptist University?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into DBU. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Dallas Baptist University was 3.48 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #26 in Texas for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.48 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as DBU accepts 99% of all applicants.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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High School Class Rank
72% of Dallas Baptist University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 18% |
| Top 25% of class | 40% |
| Top 50% of class | 72% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 3,099 | 1,605 | 4,704 |
| Accepted | 3,055 | 1,582 | 4,637 |
| Acceptance Rate | 99% | 99% | 99% |
| Enrolled | 383 | 233 | 616 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 13% | 15% | 13% |
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Dallas Baptist University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Dallas Baptist University and what student information is used for 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 |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=224226 IPEDS survey data for Dallas Baptist University.
FAQs
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?
99% 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 980 and 1200. 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 27. 59% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.