University of Mount Olive is not difficult to get into. The university admitted 51% of all applicants in 2017. Last year, 2,262 students applied to University of Mount Olive and 1,143 were admitted.
Consult with University of Mount Olive's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.
The following is an overiew of some of University of Mount Olive's admissions stats.
University of Mount Olive 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 2.8 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 10% |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 57% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 53% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for University of Mount Olive.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
University of Mount Olive does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
Getting into University of Mount Olive is not difficult. University of Mount Olive has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.
In 2022, University of Mount Olive accepted 51% of students, around 1,143 of the 2,262 students who applied.
Schools that are not difficult to get into, like University of Mount Olive, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.
It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
University of Mount Olive 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 decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. 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 put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.
Wondering what factors are considered by University of Mount Olive 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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Character/Personal Qualities | Very Important |
Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Extracurricular Activities | Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Important |
Talent/Ability | Important |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Class Rank | Considered |
Geographical Residence | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
State Residency | Considered |
Make sure to check with University of Mount Olive for more information on admission factors.
To apply to University of Mount Olive, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with University of Mount Olive's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Interview | – | – | – | – |
Other Requirements | – | – | – | Standardized Test Scores |
Letter(s) of Recommendation | – | – | – | – |
Transcript of High School Record | – | – | – | – |
Students admitted to University of Mount Olive have an average unweighted GPA of 2.8.
Out of all students that were admitted, 59% submitted a class rank. At University of Mount Olive 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 47% were in the top 25% and 68% were in the top 50%.
At University of Mount Olive, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | – |
3.75 and 3.99 | – |
3.50 and 3.74 | – |
3.25 and 3.49 | – |
3.00 and 3.24 | – |
2.50 and 2.9 | – |
2.00 and 2.49 | – |
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 University of Mount Olive 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.
University of Mount Olive is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2017, 57% of University of Mount Olive's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 53% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Mount Olive students scored 500 or higher and 75% of students scored 395 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Mount Olive students scored 500 or higher, and 75% scored a 395 or higher.
To be most competitive at University of Mount Olive, you should strive to earn between 15 and 20 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 20 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Mount Olive's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20, and three out of four students scored lower than 20 on the ACT.
A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Mount Olive students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.
For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of Mount Olive. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in University of Mount Olive during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to University of Mount Olive?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Mount Olive.
Does University of Mount Olive accept transfer credits?
✅ University of Mount Olive accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Mount Olive accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does University of Mount Olive accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ University of Mount Olive accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to University of Mount Olive?
❌ No, University of Mount Olive is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. 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 University of Mount Olive's acceptance rate?
✅ The acceptance rate for University of Mount Olive is 51%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Mount Olive?
❌ University of Mount Olive does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into University of Mount Olive? University of Mount Olive is a less selective institution. The University of Mount Olive acceptance rate is 51%. This means that the institution accepts 50 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to University of Mount Olive is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to University of Mount Olive is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At University of Mount Olive, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 2.85. 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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