Capital University

If you are considering submitting an application to Capital University, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is May 1 and the fee for the application is $25.

Students who submit their applications to Capital University for fall semester should hear back from Capital University by September 30.

Capital University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Capital University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	17%
Mean SAT Score	1129
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	12%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	75%
Waitlist	No

Capital University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Capital University.

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

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Applying Early to Capital University?

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Capital University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Capital University Admissions

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Is Capital University Hard To Get Into?

Capital University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Capital University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Capital University accepted 74% of all applicants, about 2,659 from 3,585 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Capital 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.

Transferring to Capital University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Capital University

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

What Does Capital University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Capital University

Wondering what factors are considered by Capital 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
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

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

Capital University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Capital University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Capital 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		√
Other Requirements			√	audition for Conservatory of Music
Letter(s) of Recommendation			1
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.6

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Capital University?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 66% submitted a class rank. At Capital University 17% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 45% were in the top 25% and 77% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	24%
3.75 and 3.99	23%
3.50 and 3.74	16%
3.25 and 3.49	12%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	12%
2.00 and 2.49	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 Capital 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

Capital University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Capital 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, 12% of Capital University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 75% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Capital University?

To be competitive with other Capital University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1030 and 1240 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Capital University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1240 and 25% of scored lower than 1030, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Capital University student is 1129.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Capital University students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Capital University students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Capital University?

To be most competitive at Capital University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Capital 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 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Capital University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

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 Capital University

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Capital University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Capital University?

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

Does Capital University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Capital University?

❌ No, Capital 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 your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Capital University's acceptance rate?

✅ Capital University has an acceptance rate of 74%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Capital University?

❌ Capital University does not offer early decision.

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