Viterbo Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Viterbo University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Difficult | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into Viterbo and can I get accepted? The school has a 76% acceptance rate ranking it #23 in Wisconsin for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 1,040 out of 1,372 applicants were admitted making Viterbo University an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has difficult requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 48 percent. Viterbo University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
Can you get in?
Find out which students are getting accepted at Viterbo, which are not, and how your GPA, SAT, or ACT scores compare.
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Viterbo SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
Applicants Submitting SAT
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 520 |
| SAT Math 25th | 520 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1040 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 660 |
| SAT Math 75th | 740 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1400 |
| Average SAT Score | 1220 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Viterbo University?
Viterbo University typically requires applicants to be in the top 53 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1040 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 1220 out of 1600. The school ranks #6 in Wisconsin for highest average SAT composite score. 3 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1400 and Above | Good | >84% |
| 1220 to 1400 | Avg + | 76%-84% |
| 1040 to 1220 | Avg - | 65%-76% |
| 860 to 1040 | Reach | 52%-65% |
| Less than 860 | Low | <52% |
Viterbo ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
Applicants Submitting ACT
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 20 |
| ACT Math 25th | 21 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 21 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 25 |
| ACT Math 75th | 26 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
| Average ACT Score | 23 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Viterbo?
Admission data indicates that Viterbo regularly accepts students with ACT's of 21 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 43 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 18 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 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #14 in Wisconsin for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 97 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Viterbo University.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2018 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 26 and Above | Good | >86% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg + | 76%-86% |
| 21 to 23 | Avg - | 67%-76% |
| 19 to 21 | Reach | 58%-67% |
| Less than 19 | Low | <58% |
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Viterbo GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
Typical High School Grades
What GPA do you need to get into Viterbo University?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into Viterbo. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Viterbo University was 3.48 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #6 in Wisconsin 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 Viterbo accepts 76% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 34% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 23% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 18% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 11% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 11% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 3% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
High School Class Rank
84% of Viterbo University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 17% |
| Top 25% of class | 45% |
| Top 50% of class | 84% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 16% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 3% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 1,005 | 367 | 1,372 |
| Accepted | 802 | 238 | 1,040 |
| Acceptance Rate | 80% | 65% | 76% |
| Enrolled | 217 | 77 | 294 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 27% | 32% | 28% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 5 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on Aug 15, 2020.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Viterbo University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Other Colleges to Consider
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| S |
St Olaf CollegeNorthfield, Minnesota |
| S |
University of St ThomasSaint Paul, Minnesota |
| B |
Beloit CollegeBeloit, Wisconsin |
| L |
Lawrence UniversityAppleton, Wisconsin |
| M |
Milwaukee School of EngineeringMilwaukee, Wisconsin |
| D |
Drake UniversityDes Moines, Iowa |
| W |
Wheaton CollegeWheaton, Illinois |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=240107 IPEDS survey data for Viterbo University.
FAQs
Does Viterbo University prefer SAT or ACT?
3% of students submit their SAT scores to Viterbo. 97% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Viterbo University?
76% of those who apply are granted admission to Viterbo. Admission competition is and the college has difficult admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Viterbo University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1040 and 1400. 3% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Viterbo University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 26. 97% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
