Doane University

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Doane University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Doane University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	21%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	7%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	64%
Waitlist	No

Doane University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Doane University.

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 Doane University?

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Doane University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Doane University

For more information on transferring to Doane University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Doane University

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

What Does Doane University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining 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 assembling 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 admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Doane University

What does Doane 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
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
First Generation	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Doane University Application Requirements

To apply to Doane University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Doane 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
Interview			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Doane University?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 85% submitted a class rank. At Doane University 21% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 50% were in the top 25% and 78% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	22%
3.75 and 3.99	24%
3.50 and 3.74	20%
3.25 and 3.49	12%
3.00 and 3.24	10%
2.50 and 2.9	9%
2.00 and 2.49	3%

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 Doane 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

Doane University does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Doane University does not have 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, 7% of Doane University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 64% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

To be most competitive at Doane University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Doane 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 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Doane University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to Doane University

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

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Doane University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Doane University?

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

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

❌ Doane University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Doane University?

✅ Doane University is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is Doane University's acceptance rate?

✅ Doane University has an acceptance rate of 69%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Doane University?

❌ Doane University does not offer early decision.

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