Belmont University

If you are applying to Belmont University, the regular decision application deadline is July 1 and the application fee costs $50.

Belmont University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Belmont University's admissions stats.

Belmont University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	29%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	43%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	72%
Waitlist	No

Belmont University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Belmont University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	July 1	––

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Applying Early to Belmont University?

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Belmont University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Belmont University Admissions

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to Belmont University?

Getting into Belmont University is moderately difficult. Belmont University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Belmont University accepted 83% of students, around 7,429 of the 8,926 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Belmont 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. Admissions to music program is program very difficult.

Transferring to Belmont University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Belmont University

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

What Does Belmont University 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 given the most weight 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 apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Belmont University

What does Belmont 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Belmont University Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview			√
Other Requirements			√	resumé of activities
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Belmont University?

Students admitted to Belmont University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 31% submitted a class rank. At Belmont University 29% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 61% were in the top 25% and 88% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	41.6%
3.75 and 3.99	20.86%
3.50 and 3.74	17.44%
3.25 and 3.49	8.81%
3.00 and 3.24	6.85%
2.50 and 2.9	4.19%
2.00 and 2.49	0.25%

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 Belmont 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

Belmont University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Belmont 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, 43% of Belmont University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 72% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Belmont University?

To be competitive with other Belmont University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1120 and 1300 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Belmont University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1300 and 25% of scored lower than 1120, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Belmont University students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Belmont University students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Belmont University?

To be most competitive at Belmont University, you should strive to earn between 23 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Belmont University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Belmont University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

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More Information on Transferring to Belmont University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Belmont University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Belmont University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Belmont University?

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

Does Belmont University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Belmont University?

❌ No, Belmont University is test optional, so you can decide whether or not 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 it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Belmont University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Belmont University is 83%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Belmont University?

❌ Belmont University does not offer early decision.

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