John Paul the Great Catholic University

John Paul the Great Catholic University is moderately difficult to get into. Around 90% of applicants get into John Paul the Great Catholic University each year. Out of 220 applications received in 2023, 199 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to John Paul the Great Catholic University, the application fee costs $50.

John Paul the Great Catholic University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of John Paul the Great Catholic University's admissions stats.

John Paul the Great Catholic University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	24%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	13%
Waitlist	No

John Paul the Great Catholic University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for John Paul the Great Catholic University.

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

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John Paul the Great Catholic University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ 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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How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to John Paul the Great Catholic University?

John Paul the Great Catholic University is a moderately difficult school to get into. John Paul the Great Catholic University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, John Paul the Great Catholic University accepted 90% of students, approximately 199 from 220 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like John Paul the Great Catholic 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 John Paul the Great Catholic University

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

For Students Waitlisted to John Paul the Great Catholic University

John Paul the Great Catholic University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does John Paul the Great Catholic University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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're strong.

Admissions Factors at John Paul the Great Catholic University

Curious about the factors that are considered by John Paul the Great Catholic University 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
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Interview	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with John Paul the Great Catholic University for more information on admission factors.

John Paul the Great Catholic University Application Requirements

To apply to John Paul the Great Catholic University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with John Paul the Great Catholic 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	–	√	–	–
Interview	–	√	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	√	–	–
Other Requirements	√	–	–	Online Application Form
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.6	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into John Paul the Great Catholic University?

Students admitted to John Paul the Great Catholic University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

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

John Paul the Great Catholic University 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, 24% of John Paul the Great Catholic University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 13% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of John Paul the Great Catholic University students scored 595 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of John Paul the Great Catholic University students scored 693 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

To be most competitive at John Paul the Great Catholic University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for John Paul the Great Catholic University'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 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for John Paul the Great Catholic University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to John Paul the Great Catholic University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to John Paul the Great Catholic University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in John Paul the Great Catholic University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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John Paul the Great Catholic University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to John Paul the Great Catholic University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to John Paul the Great Catholic University.

Does John Paul the Great Catholic University accept transfer credits?

✅ John Paul the Great Catholic University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. John Paul the Great Catholic University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to John Paul the Great Catholic University?

✅ John Paul the Great Catholic University is not test optional.

What is John Paul the Great Catholic University's acceptance rate?

✅ John Paul the Great Catholic University has an acceptance rate of 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at John Paul the Great Catholic University?

❌ John Paul the Great Catholic University does not offer early decision.

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