Bradley University

It is moderately difficult to get into Bradley University. The acceptance rate at Bradley University is 75%. Last year, 11,352 students applied to Bradley University and 8,530 were admitted.

Reach out to Bradley University's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Bradley University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Bradley University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	22%
Mean SAT Score	1161
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	40%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	14%
Waitlist	No

Bradley University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Bradley University.

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

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Bradley University does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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Transferring to Bradley University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Bradley University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Bradley University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Bradley University

What does Bradley 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
Class Rank	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

Bradley University Application Requirements

To apply to Bradley University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Bradley University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	2.75	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	audition required of music majors and recommended for theatre majors, portfolio recommended for art majors
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	1	–	–
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 Bradley University?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 38% submitted a class rank. At Bradley University 22% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 51% were in the top 25% and 85% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	36.7%
3.75 and 3.99	20.6%
3.50 and 3.74	19.1%
3.25 and 3.49	11.6%
3.00 and 3.24	7.9%
2.50 and 2.9	3.7%
2.00 and 2.49	0.1%

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 Bradley University 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

Bradley 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, 40% of Bradley University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 14% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Bradley University?

To be competitive with other Bradley University applicants, you should aim to score between 1070 and 1280 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Bradley University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1280 and 25% of scored lower than 1070, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Bradley University student is 1161.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Bradley University students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Bradley University students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

To be most competitive at Bradley University, you should strive to earn between 24 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Bradley 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 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Bradley University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

More Information on Transferring to Bradley University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Bradley University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Bradley University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Bradley University?

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

Does Bradley University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Bradley University?

❌ No, Bradley University 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 may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Bradley University's acceptance rate?

✅ Bradley University's acceptance rate is 75%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Bradley University?

❌ Bradley University does not offer early decision.

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