Central Washington University Admission Requirements
Ellensburg, WashingtonChances of getting into Central Washington University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
78.2%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into Central Washington University and can I get accepted? The school has a 78% acceptance rate ranking it #11 in Washington for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 7,932 out of 10,148 applicants were admitted making Central Washington University an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 68 percent. Central Washington University typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
960-1160Applicants Submitting SAT
82%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 480 |
| SAT Math 25th | 480 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 960 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 570 |
| SAT Math 75th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1160 |
| Average SAT Score | 1060 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Central Washington University?
Central Washington University typically requires applicants to be in the top 68 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 960 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 860. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1060 out of 1600. The school ranks #16 in Washington for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 82 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1160 and Above | Good | >86% |
| 1060 to 1160 | Avg + | 78%-86% |
| 960 to 1060 | Avg - | 68%-78% |
| 860 to 960 | Reach | 55%-68% |
| Less than 860 | Low | <55% |
Central Washington University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
17-24Applicants Submitting ACT
21%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 15 |
| ACT Math 25th | 17 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 17 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 23 |
| ACT Math 75th | 23 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 24 |
| Average ACT Score | 20 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Central Washington University?
Admission data indicates that Central Washington University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 17 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 69 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 14 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 20 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 24 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #15 in Washington for highest average ACT composite score. 21 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Central Washington University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 24 and Above | Good | >87% |
| 20 to 24 | Avg + | 78%-87% |
| 17 to 20 | Avg - | 69%-78% |
| 14 to 17 | Reach | 59%-69% |
| Less than 14 | Low | <59% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.2Typical High School Grades
BYou will need about average high school grades to get into Central Washington University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Central Washington University was 3.2 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #16 in Washington for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.2 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Central Washington University accepts 78% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 11% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 15% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 19% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 22% | Avg + |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 27% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 6% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 5,814 | 4,334 | 10,148 |
| Accepted | 4,562 | 3,370 | 7,932 |
| Acceptance Rate | 78% | 78% | 78% |
| Enrolled | 1,147 | 1,097 | 2,244 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 25% | 33% | 28% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Central Washington University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=234827 IPEDS survey data for Central Washington University.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Central Washington University prefer SAT or ACT?
82% of students submit their SAT scores to Central Washington University. 21% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Central Washington University?
78% of those who apply are granted admission to Central Washington University. Admission competition is and the college has easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Central Washington University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 960 and 1160. 82% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Central Washington University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 17 and 24. 21% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
