Transylvania University

Transylvania University is very difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Transylvania University is 91%. Out of 1,781 applications received in 2023, 1,615 students were offered admission.

Reach out to Transylvania University's admissions department for any important information, including application fees.

Students who apply to Transylvania University for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than November 1.

Transylvania University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Transylvania University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	33%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	9%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	67%
Waitlist	No

Transylvania University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Transylvania University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 1	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	8 15	November 1

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Applying Early to Transylvania University?

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

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Transylvania University will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

Some students apply early to college to boost 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 the chance of admission, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ 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 Transylvania University Admissions

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How To Get Into Transylvania University

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

In 2022, Transylvania University accepted 91% of all applicants, about 1,615 from 1,781 applicants.

Schools that are very difficult to get into, like Transylvania University, accept fewer than 60% of all applicants. At least 50% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 10% of their high school class and scored over 1230 on the SAT and over 26 on the ACT.

Transferring to Transylvania University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Transylvania University

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

What Does Transylvania University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight 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 admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Transylvania University

What does Transylvania University consider 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

Transylvania University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.75	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Transylvania University?

Students admitted to Transylvania University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 43.8% submitted a class rank. At Transylvania University 33% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 59% were in the top 25% and 85% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	42.96%
3.75 and 3.99	18.41%
3.50 and 3.74	13.72%
3.25 and 3.49	11.19%
3.00 and 3.24	5.78%
2.50 and 2.9	6.14%
2.00 and 2.49	1.81%

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 Transylvania University 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

Transylvania University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 9% of Transylvania University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 67% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Transylvania University?

To be competitive with other Transylvania University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1120 and 1360 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Transylvania University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1360 and 25% of scored lower than 1120, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Transylvania University students scored 660 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Transylvania University students scored 700 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at Transylvania University, you should strive to earn between 23 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Transylvania University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Transylvania University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

More Information on Transferring to Transylvania University

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Transylvania University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Transylvania University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Transylvania University?

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

Does Transylvania University accept transfer credits?

✅ Transylvania University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Transylvania University?

❌ No, Transylvania 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 may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Transylvania University's acceptance rate?

✅ Transylvania University has an acceptance rate of 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Transylvania University?

❌ Transylvania University does not offer early decision.

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