Barton College

If you are applying to Barton College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Barton College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Barton College's admissions stats.

Barton College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	13%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	13%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	24%
Waitlist	No

Barton College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Barton College.

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 Barton College?

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Barton College does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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Transferring to Barton College

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Barton College

Barton College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Barton College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 stand out.

Admissions Factors at Barton College

Wondering what factors are considered by Barton College 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
Class Rank	Important
Interview	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Barton College for more information on admission factors.

Barton College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Barton College, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Barton College'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
Other Requirements				high school transcript not required for transfer students
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record			√
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Barton College?

Students admitted to Barton College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 11.5% submitted a class rank. At Barton College 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 50% were in the top 25% and 70% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Barton College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	3.1%
3.75 and 3.99	13.1%
3.50 and 3.74	22%
3.25 and 3.49	13.1%
3.00 and 3.24	17.8%
2.50 and 2.9	24.7%
2.00 and 2.49	6.2%

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 Barton College directly.

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

Barton College considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Barton College is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 13% of Barton College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 24% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Barton College?

What is a Good ACT Score for Barton College?

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More Information on Transferring to Barton College

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

Transfer students can enroll in Barton College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Barton College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Barton College?

❌ Students who are admitted to Barton College must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Barton College accept transfer credits?

✅ Barton College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Barton College accepts:

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

Does Barton College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Barton College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Barton College?

❌ No, Barton College is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Barton College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Barton College is 99%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Barton College?

❌ Barton College does not offer early decision.

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