Andrews University

It is not difficult to get into Andrews University. The acceptance rate at Andrews University is 91%. Out of 1,226 applications received in 2023, 1,119 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to Andrews University, the fee for the application costs $30.

Andrews University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Andrews University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	13%
Mean SAT Score	1200
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	42%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	32%
Waitlist	No

Andrews University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Andrews University.

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

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Andrews University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Andrews University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Andrews University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Andrews University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating 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 areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Andrews University

What does Andrews 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
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

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

Andrews University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Andrews University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Andrews University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	√	–	College prep courses, GPA lower than minimum may be eligible for admission under Bridge to Success program
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.75	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Andrews University?

Students admitted to Andrews University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 49% submitted a class rank. At Andrews University 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 33% were in the top 25% and 66% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	22%
3.75 and 3.99	30%
3.50 and 3.74	17%
3.25 and 3.49	15%
3.00 and 3.24	8%
2.50 and 2.9	7%
2.00 and 2.49	1%

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 Andrews 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

Andrews 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, 42% of Andrews University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 32% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Andrews University?

To be competitive with other Andrews University applicants, you should strive to score between 1080 and 1320 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Andrews University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1320 and 25% of scored lower than 1080, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Andrews University student is 1200.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Andrews University students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 560 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Andrews University students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 560 or higher.

To be most competitive at Andrews University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Andrews University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Andrews University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to Andrews University

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

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Andrews University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Andrews University?

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

Does Andrews University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Andrews University?

❌ No, Andrews 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 may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Andrews University's acceptance rate?

✅ Andrews University's acceptance rate is 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Andrews University?

❌ Andrews University does not offer early decision.

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