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Cogswell Polytechnical College is moderately difficult to get into. The college admitted 65% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 116 applications received in 2023, 75 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Cogswell Polytechnical College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Cogswell Polytechnical College Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Cogswell Polytechnical College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	2.9
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	1%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	0%
Waitlist	No

Cogswell Polytechnical College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Cogswell Polytechnical College.

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

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Applying Early to Cogswell Polytechnical College?

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Cogswell Polytechnical College does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Cogswell Polytechnical College

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Cogswell Polytechnical College

Cogswell Polytechnical College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Cogswell Polytechnical College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining 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 stand out.

Admissions Factors at Cogswell Polytechnical College

Wondering what factors are considered by Cogswell Polytechnical 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
Application Essay	Very Important
Interview	Very Important
Talent/Ability	Very Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

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

Cogswell Polytechnical College Application Requirements

To apply to Cogswell Polytechnical College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Cogswell Polytechnical College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	portfolio for Digital Art and Animation, Digital Audio Technology and Game Design Art majors
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.02.7	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Cogswell Polytechnical College?

Students admitted to Cogswell Polytechnical College have an average unweighted GPA of 2.9.

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

Cogswell Polytechnical 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, 1% of Cogswell Polytechnical College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 0% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to Cogswell Polytechnical College

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

Transfer students can enroll in Cogswell Polytechnical College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Cogswell Polytechnical College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Cogswell Polytechnical College?

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

Does Cogswell Polytechnical College accept transfer credits?

✅ Cogswell Polytechnical College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Cogswell Polytechnical College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to Cogswell Polytechnical College?

✅ Cogswell Polytechnical College is not test optional.

What is Cogswell Polytechnical College's acceptance rate?

✅ Cogswell Polytechnical College has an acceptance rate of 65%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Cogswell Polytechnical College?

❌ Cogswell Polytechnical College does not offer early decision.

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