Aurora University

Aurora University is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 82% of all applicants in 2021. Last year, 2,922 students applied to Aurora University and 2,393 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to Aurora University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Aurora University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Aurora University's admissions stats.

Aurora University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Mean SAT Score	1083
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	29%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	6%
Waitlist	No

Aurora University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Aurora University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	–	–

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Applying Early to Aurora University?

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Aurora University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

Some students apply early because they believe it will help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of acceptance, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Aurora University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Aurora University?

It is moderately difficult to get into Aurora University. Aurora University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Aurora University accepted 82% of students, about 2,393 from the 2,922 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Aurora University, 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 Aurora University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Aurora University

Aurora University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Aurora University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Aurora University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Aurora University 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with Aurora University for more information on admission factors.

Aurora University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Aurora University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Aurora University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	2	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Aurora University?

Students admitted to Aurora University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

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

Aurora University has 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 2021, 29% of Aurora University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 6% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Aurora University?

To be competitive with other Aurora University applicants, you should strive to score between 990 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Aurora University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 990, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Aurora University student is 1083.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Aurora University students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 500 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Aurora University students scored 608 or higher, and 75% scored a 500 or higher.

To be most competitive at Aurora University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Aurora University'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 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Aurora University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to Aurora University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Aurora University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Aurora University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Aurora University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Aurora University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Aurora University.

Does Aurora University accept transfer credits?

✅ Aurora University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Aurora University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Aurora University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Aurora University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Aurora University?

❌ No, Aurora University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Aurora University's acceptance rate?

✅ Aurora University has an acceptance rate of 82%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Aurora University?

❌ Aurora University does not offer early decision.

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