Azusa Pacific University

Azusa Pacific University is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 94% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 3,952 students applied to Azusa Pacific University and 3,723 were admitted.

If you want to apply to Azusa Pacific University, the regular decision application deadline is June 1 and the application fee is $45.

Students who apply to Azusa Pacific University for the fall semester should hear back from Azusa Pacific University by April 1.

Azusa Pacific University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Azusa Pacific University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Mean SAT Score	1161
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	16%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3%
Waitlist	No

Azusa Pacific University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Azusa Pacific University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 15	–
Regular Decision	Yes	6 1	April 1

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Want to Apply Early to Azusa Pacific University?

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Azusa Pacific University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15.

Some students apply early to college because they hope it will help their chances of acceptance. 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 demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Explore 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 Azusa Pacific University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Azusa Pacific University?

It is moderately difficult to get into Azusa Pacific University.

In 2022, Azusa Pacific University accepted 94% of students, approximately 3,723 from the 3,952 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Azusa Pacific 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 Azusa Pacific University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Azusa Pacific University

Azusa Pacific University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Azusa Pacific University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines 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 apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Azusa Pacific University

What does Azusa Pacific 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

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

Azusa Pacific University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Azusa Pacific University?

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

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

Azusa Pacific University 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, 16% of Azusa Pacific University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Azusa Pacific University?

To be competitive with other Azusa Pacific University applicants, you should strive to score between 980 and 1273 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Azusa Pacific University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1273 and 25% of scored lower than 980, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Azusa Pacific University student is 1161.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Azusa Pacific University students scored 632.5 or higher and 75% of students scored 497.5 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Azusa Pacific University students scored 622.5 or higher, and 75% scored a 497.5 or higher.

To be most competitive at Azusa Pacific University, you should strive to earn between 20.25 and 24.5 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24.5 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Azusa Pacific University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24.5, and three out of four students scored lower than 24.5 on the ACT.

A 20.25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Azusa Pacific University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.25.

More Information on Transferring to Azusa Pacific University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Azusa Pacific University.

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

Transfer students can enroll in Azusa Pacific University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Azusa Pacific University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Azusa Pacific University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Azusa Pacific University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Azusa Pacific University accept transfer credits?

✅ Azusa Pacific University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Azusa Pacific University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

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

✅ Azusa Pacific University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Azusa Pacific University?

❌ No, Azusa Pacific University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Azusa Pacific University's acceptance rate?

✅ Azusa Pacific University's acceptance rate is 94%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Azusa Pacific University?

❌ Azusa Pacific University does not offer early decision.

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