Anderson University

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Anderson University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Anderson University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	19%
Mean SAT Score	1063
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	48%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	17%
Waitlist	No

Anderson University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Anderson University.

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

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Considering Applying Early to Anderson University?

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Anderson University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Anderson University Admissions

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Is Anderson University Hard To Get Into?

It is not difficult to get into Anderson University. Anderson University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Anderson University accepted 62% of all applicants, around 2,742 from 4,391 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like Anderson University, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

Transferring to Anderson University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Anderson University

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

What Does Anderson University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Anderson University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Anderson 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

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

Anderson University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Anderson University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Anderson 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			√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Anderson University?

Students admitted to Anderson University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 23% submitted a class rank. At Anderson University 19% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 46% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	16%
3.75 and 3.99	16%
3.50 and 3.74	20%
3.25 and 3.49	14%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	13%
2.00 and 2.49	9%

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 Anderson 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

Anderson University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Anderson University 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 2022, 48% of Anderson University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 17% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Anderson University?

To be competitive with other Anderson University applicants, you should strive to score between 940 and 1160 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Anderson University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1160 and 25% of scored lower than 940, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Anderson University student is 1063.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Anderson University students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Anderson University students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Anderson University?

To be most competitive at Anderson University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Anderson University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Anderson University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Anderson University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Anderson University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Anderson University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Anderson University?

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

Does Anderson University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Anderson University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Anderson University?

❌ No, Anderson University is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to send your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, 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 Anderson University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Anderson University is 62%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Anderson University?

❌ Anderson University does not offer early decision.

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