Brenau University

It is moderately difficult to get into Brenau University. Brenau University admitted 87% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 2,334 applications received in 2023, 2,020 students were offered admission.

If you want to apply to Brenau University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Brenau University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Brenau University's admissions stats.

Brenau University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	11%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

Brenau University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Brenau University.

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

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Want to Apply Early to Brenau University?

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Brenau University does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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More on Brenau University Admissions

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Is Brenau University Difficult To Get Into?

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

In 2022, Brenau University accepted 87% of all applicants, about 2,020 from the 2,334 applicants.

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

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Brenau University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Brenau University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Brenau University

Wondering what factors are considered by Brenau 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	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

Brenau University Application Requirements

To apply to Brenau University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Brenau 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	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	x	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Brenau University?

Students admitted to Brenau University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4. Brenau University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 61% submitted a class rank. At Brenau University 11% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 36% were in the top 25% and 72% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Brenau University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	7.33%
3.75 and 3.99	20.69%
3.50 and 3.74	20.26%
3.25 and 3.49	13.36%
3.00 and 3.24	17.67%
2.50 and 2.9	17.24%
2.00 and 2.49	3.45%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Brenau University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

Brenau University 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.

More Information on Transferring to Brenau University

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

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Brenau University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Brenau University?

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

Does Brenau University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations

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

✅ Brenau University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Brenau University?

✅ Brenau University is not test optional.

What is Brenau University's acceptance rate?

✅ Brenau University's acceptance rate is 87%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Brenau University?

❌ Brenau University does not offer early decision.

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