California University of Pennsylvania

If you are considering submitting an application to California University of Pennsylvania, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 22 and the application fee costs $35.

Students who submit their applications to California University of Pennsylvania for the fall semester should hear back from California University of Pennsylvania by September 1.

California University of Pennsylvania Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of California University of Pennsylvania's admissions stats.

California University of Pennsylvania 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	9%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	38%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	6%
Waitlist	No

California University of Pennsylvania Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for California University of Pennsylvania.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Applying Early to California University of Pennsylvania?

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California University of Pennsylvania may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with California University of Pennsylvania directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover 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 California University of Pennsylvania Admissions

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Transferring to California University of Pennsylvania

For more information on transferring to California University of Pennsylvania, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to California University of Pennsylvania

California University of Pennsylvania has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into California University of Pennsylvania?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. 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 prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at California University of Pennsylvania

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

Make sure to check with California University of Pennsylvania for more information on admission factors.

California University of Pennsylvania Application Requirements

To apply to California University of Pennsylvania, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with California University of Pennsylvania'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
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into California University of Pennsylvania?

Students admitted to California University of Pennsylvania have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 62% submitted a class rank. At California University of Pennsylvania 9% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 31% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At California University of Pennsylvania, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	17.93%
3.75 and 3.99	12.29%
3.50 and 3.74	15.62%
3.25 and 3.49	14.34%
3.00 and 3.24	10.37%
2.50 and 2.9	17.67%
2.00 and 2.49	10.76%

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 California University of Pennsylvania directly.

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

California University of Pennsylvania looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

California University of Pennsylvania 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, 38% of California University of Pennsylvania'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 California University of Pennsylvania?

To be competitive with other California University of Pennsylvania applicants, you should aim to score between 950 and 1130 (or higher!) on the SAT. At California University of Pennsylvania 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1130 and 25% of scored lower than 950, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of California University of Pennsylvania students scored 570 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of California University of Pennsylvania students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for California University of Pennsylvania?

To be most competitive at California University of Pennsylvania, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for California University of Pennsylvania's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for California University of Pennsylvania students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to California University of Pennsylvania

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in California University of Pennsylvania during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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California University of Pennsylvania Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to California University of Pennsylvania?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to California University of Pennsylvania.

Does California University of Pennsylvania accept transfer credits?

✅ California University of Pennsylvania accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. California University of Pennsylvania accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to California University of Pennsylvania?

✅ California University of Pennsylvania is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is California University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?

✅ California University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate is 97%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at California University of Pennsylvania?

🟨 California University of Pennsylvania 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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