Huston-Tillotson University Admission Requirements
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Huston-Tillotson University Admission Overview
Huston-Tillotson University admission requirements are highly competitive, with one of the lowest admission rates in Texas. Last year Huston-Tillotson University admitted 39.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.92 GPA (B) and SAT 800-1160 / ACT 16-28. Huston-Tillotson University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Huston-Tillotson University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Huston-Tillotson University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
High
Admission difficulty for Huston Tillotson University
Acceptance Rate
The Huston-Tillotson University acceptance rate is 39.1%. Last year, 1,247 of 3,190 applicants were admitted. That is the 7th lowest acceptance rate in Texas and the 157th lowest in the nation.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Huston-Tillotson University and can you get accepted?
Huston-Tillotson University is a highly competitive school to get into, admitting fewer than half of applicants. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Huston Tillotson University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.92. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Huston-Tillotson University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
2.92Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
BAverage GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.92
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Huston-Tillotson University typically have around a 2.92 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have slightly below average high school grades. Huston-Tillotson University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #64 in Texas for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 2.9 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Huston-Tillotson University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
800-1160Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
5%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 430
- Math 370
- Composite 800
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 590
- Math 570
- Composite 1160
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Huston-Tillotson University typically score around a 980 SAT (middle 50% 800–1160) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 36th percentile nationally. Huston-Tillotson University ranks #58 in the state of Texas for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 800 to 1160
SAT policy
Huston-Tillotson University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 980 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Huston-Tillotson University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
16-28Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
6%25th Percentile Scores
- English 16
- Math 15
- Composite 16
75th Percentile Scores
- English 26
- Math 28
- Composite 28
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Huston-Tillotson University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 16–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Huston-Tillotson University places #27 among colleges in Texas for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 28
ACT policy
You may apply to Huston-Tillotson University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Huston Tillotson University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
May 1, 2027Days left to Apply
243Applicants have 243 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on May 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Huston Tillotson University is $25.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Huston-Tillotson University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 39.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 2.92 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (800-1160); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=225575.
GPA calculator: Huston Tillotson University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026