Aquinas College

It is moderately difficult to get into Aquinas College. The college admitted 89% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 1,432 applications received in 2023, 1,275 students were offered admission.

Consult with Aquinas College's admissions department for more information on applying.

Aquinas College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Aquinas College's admissions stats.

Aquinas College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Mean SAT Score	1115
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	45%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	7%
Waitlist	No

Aquinas College Application Deadlines

Check with Aquinas College directly for more info on application deadlines.

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Want to Apply Early to Aquinas College?

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Aquinas College may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Aquinas College directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Aquinas College Admissions

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How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to Aquinas College?

It is moderately difficult to get into Aquinas College.

In 2022, Aquinas College accepted 89% of all applicants, about 1,275 of the 1,432 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Aquinas College, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Aquinas College

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Aquinas College

Aquinas College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Aquinas College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Aquinas College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Aquinas College during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Aquinas College for more information on admission factors.

Aquinas College Application Requirements

To apply to Aquinas College, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Aquinas College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Aquinas College?

Students admitted to Aquinas College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5. Aquinas College considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Aquinas College does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 45% of Aquinas College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 7% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Aquinas College?

To be competitive with other Aquinas College applicants, you should strive to score between 1000 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Aquinas College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 1000, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Aquinas College student is 1115.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Aquinas College students scored 570 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Aquinas College students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at Aquinas College, you should strive to earn between 20 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Aquinas College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Aquinas College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to Aquinas College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Aquinas College.

Transfer students can enroll in Aquinas College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Aquinas College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Aquinas College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Aquinas College.

Does Aquinas College accept transfer credits?

✅ Aquinas College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Aquinas College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Aquinas College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Aquinas College?

✅ Aquinas College is not test optional.

What is Aquinas College's acceptance rate?

✅ Aquinas College's acceptance rate is 89%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Aquinas College?

🟨 Aquinas College may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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