Monmouth College is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Monmouth College is 66%. Last year, 2,526 students applied to Monmouth College and 1,658 were admitted.
If you are thinking about applying to Monmouth College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.
Here is an overiew of some of Monmouth College's admissions stats.
Monmouth College 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.5 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 16% |
Mean SAT Score | 1160 |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 19% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 15% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Monmouth College.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Monmouth College does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
Monmouth College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
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 are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 areas where you shine.
Curious about the factors that are considered by Monmouth 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 |
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Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Class Rank | Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Important |
Academic GPA | Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Character/Personal Qualities | Considered |
Application Essay | Considered |
Extracurricular Activities | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
Talent/Ability | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
Make sure to check with Monmouth College for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Monmouth College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Monmouth College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | – | √ | – | – |
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | – | 2.7 | – | – |
Interview | – | √ | √ | – |
Letter(s) of Recommendation | – | √ | – | – |
Transcript of High School Record | √ | – | – | – |
Students admitted to Monmouth College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.
Out of all students that were admitted, 63% submitted a class rank. At Monmouth College 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 71% were in the top 50%.
At Monmouth College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | 22% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 15% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 19% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 15% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 9% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 16% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 4% |
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 Monmouth College 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.
Monmouth College has 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, 19% of Monmouth College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 15% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
The mean composite SAT score for a Monmouth College student is 1160.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Monmouth College students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Monmouth College students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.
To be most competitive at Monmouth College, you should strive to earn between 22 and 28 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Monmouth College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.
A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Monmouth College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.
For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Monmouth College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Monmouth College during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Monmouth College?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Monmouth College.
Does Monmouth College accept transfer credits?
✅ Monmouth College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.
Does Monmouth College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Monmouth College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Monmouth College?
❌ No, Monmouth College is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to submit your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.
What is Monmouth College's acceptance rate?
✅ Monmouth College's acceptance rate is 66%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Monmouth College?
❌ Monmouth College does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Monmouth College? Monmouth College is a somewhat selective institution. The Monmouth College acceptance rate is 66%. This means that the institution accepts 65 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Monmouth College is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Monmouth College is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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At Monmouth College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.49. 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.
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