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Regis University

Denver, CO 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate81%

College for Professional Studies Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into Regis University. The university admitted 81% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 5,959 applications received in 2023, 4,849 students were offered admission.

Reach out to Regis University's admissions department for more information on applying.

Students who apply to Regis University for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by September 15.

Regis University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Regis University 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 41.4%
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 25%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 20%
Waitlist No

Regis University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Regis University.

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

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More on Regis University Admissions


Is Regis University Challenging To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into College for Professional Studies. College for Professional Studies evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, College for Professional Studies accepted 81% of students, around 4,849 from the 5,959 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like College for Professional Studies, 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. Admissions to post-traditional undergraduate transfer students is program not competitive.

Transferring to Regis University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Regis University

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

What Does Regis 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 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 choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Regis University

What does Regis 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
Character/Personal Qualities Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Application Essay Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Class Rank Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Interview Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
First Generation Considered

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

Regis University Application Requirements

To apply to Regis University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Regis 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
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Regis University?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 21.1% submitted a class rank. At Regis University 41.4% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 56.8% were in the top 25% and 93.4% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 29.4%
3.75 and 3.99 18.9%
3.50 and 3.74 17.9%
3.25 and 3.49 13.2%
3.00 and 3.24 9%
2.50 and 2.9 10.9%
2.00 and 2.49 0.7%

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 Regis University 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

Regis University 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, 25% of Regis University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 20% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Regis University?

To be competitive with other Regis University applicants, you should aim to score between 1060 and 1245 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Regis University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1245 and 25% of scored lower than 1060, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Regis University students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Regis University students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

To be most competitive at Regis University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Regis University'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 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Regis University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to Regis University

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term


Regis University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Regis University?

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

Does Regis University accept transfer credits?

✅ Regis University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Regis University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Regis University?

❌ No, Regis 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 it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Regis University's acceptance rate?

✅ Regis University has an acceptance rate of 81%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Regis University?

❌ Regis University does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About Regis University?

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College for Professional Studies Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

81%

How hard is it to get into College for Professional Studies? College for Professional Studies is a somewhat selective institution. The College for Professional Studies acceptance rate is 81%. This means that the institution accepts 81 out of every 100 applicants.

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College for Professional Studies Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to College for Professional Studies is Aug 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to College for Professional Studies is Continuous processing.

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

College for Professional Studies SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1060 - 1245

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Math SAT Range

510 - 630

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Reading SAT Range

520 - 640

College for Professional Studies GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.68

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At College for Professional Studies, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.68. 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

5,858

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

81%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$43,980

Out-of-State

$43,980

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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