Saint Peter's University

It is moderately difficult to get into Saint Peter's University. The acceptance rate at Saint Peter's University is 93%. Last year, 2,627 students applied to Saint Peter's University and 2,439 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to Saint Peter's University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who apply to Saint Peter's University for the fall semester should hear back from Saint Peter's University by November 7.

Saint Peter's University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Saint Peter's University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

Saint Peter's University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Saint Peter's University.

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

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Saint Peter's University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Saint Peter's University Admissions

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Is Saint Peter's University Challenging To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Saint Peter's University. Saint Peter's University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Saint Peter's University accepted 93% of students, approximately 2,439 from the 2,627 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Saint Peter's 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 Saint Peter's University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Saint Peter's University

Saint Peter's University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Saint Peter's University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight 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.

Admissions Factors at Saint Peter's University

What does Saint Peter's 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Saint Peter's University for more information on admission factors.

Saint Peter's University Application Requirements

To apply to Saint Peter's University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Saint Peter's 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	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Saint Peter's University?

Students admitted to Saint Peter's University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3. Saint Peter's University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

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

Saint Peter's University is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

More Information on Transferring to Saint Peter's University

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

Transfer students can enroll in Saint Peter's University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Saint Peter's University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Saint Peter's University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Saint Peter's University.

Does Saint Peter's University accept transfer credits?

✅ Saint Peter's University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Saint Peter's University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Does Saint Peter's University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Saint Peter's University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Saint Peter's University?

✅ Saint Peter's University is not test optional.

What is Saint Peter's University's acceptance rate?

✅ Saint Peter's University has an acceptance rate of 93%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Saint Peter's University?

❌ Saint Peter's University does not offer early decision.

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