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University of Pikeville

Pikeville, KY 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate76%

University of Pikeville Admissions

University of Pikeville is not competitive to get into. The acceptance rate at University of Pikeville is 76%. Last year, 3,188 students applied to University of Pikeville and 2,407 were admitted.

If you are applying to University of Pikeville, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

University of Pikeville Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of Pikeville's admissions stats.

University of Pikeville 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 22%
Mean SAT Score 1061
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 6%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 74%
Waitlist No

University of Pikeville Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Pikeville.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 8 15

Considering Applying Early to University of Pikeville?


University of Pikeville does not offer early decision or early action.

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


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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to University of Pikeville?

It is not competitive to get into University of Pikeville. University of Pikeville has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2022, University of Pikeville accepted 76% of all applicants, around 2,407 from the 3,188 applicants.

Schools that are not competitive to get into, like University of Pikeville, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores. Admissions to nursing, education, social work programs is program moderately difficult.

Transferring to University of Pikeville

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Pikeville

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

What Does University of Pikeville 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 they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling 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 stand out. What does University of Pikeville consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

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

University of Pikeville 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Pikeville?

Students admitted to University of Pikeville have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 62% submitted a class rank. At University of Pikeville 22% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 45% were in the top 25% and 74% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 13%
3.75 and 3.99 30%
3.50 and 3.74 17%
3.25 and 3.49 10%
3.00 and 3.24 11%
2.50 and 2.9 11%
2.00 and 2.49 7%

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 University of Pikeville 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

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

In 2022, 6% of University of Pikeville's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 74% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Pikeville?

To be competitive with other University of Pikeville applicants, you should strive to earn between 970 and 1130 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Pikeville 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1130 and 25% of scored lower than 970, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Pikeville student is 1061.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Pikeville 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 University of Pikeville students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Pikeville, you should strive to earn between 17 and 23 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Pikeville's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Pikeville students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

More Information on Transferring to University of Pikeville

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to University of Pikeville.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 15.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


University of Pikeville Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Pikeville?

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

Does University of Pikeville accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ University of Pikeville accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Pikeville?

❌ No, University of Pikeville is test optional, so you can decide whether to send your test scores. 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 University of Pikeville's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Pikeville is 76%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Pikeville?

❌ University of Pikeville does not offer early decision.

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Admission Difficulty

Open Admission

76%

How hard is it to get into University of Pikeville? University of Pikeville is a open admission institution. The University of Pikeville acceptance rate is 76%. This means that the institution accepts 75 out of every 100 applicants.

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University of Pikeville Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 15

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 15

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Pikeville is Aug 15.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Pikeville is Aug 15.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

University of Pikeville SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

970 - 1130

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Math SAT Range

460 - 570

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Reading SAT Range

480 - 630

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1130 and Above

Good

970 to 1130

Avg

970 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for University of Pikeville students is 1061. Applicants with SAT scores of 1130 and above have a good chance of being admitted to University of Pikeville, while applicants with SAT scores between 970 to 1130 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 970 have a low chance of being offered a spot at University of Pikeville.

University of Pikeville GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.45

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At University of Pikeville, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.45. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,425

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

76%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$24,150

Out-of-State

$24,150

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 15
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