Dordt University

If you want to apply to Dordt University, the deadline for Fall 2022 admissions is August 1 and the application fee is $0. Application fees can add up, but some schools do have free applications and students who are struggling to afford application fees may qualify for for an application fee waiver.

Students who apply for Fall should hear back from Dordt University by August 1.

Considering Applying Early to Dordt University?

Dordt University does not offer early decision or early action..

Some students apply to college early because they believe it will help their chances. Early deadlines may increase the chance of being admitted, since applying early shows your are very interested in a school, and your application is being considered before all the regular decision applicants apply.

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

How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Dordt University?

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

In 2021, Dordt University accepted 74% of all applicants., around 1,147 of the 1,558 students who applied.

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

What Does Dordt University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengthsand any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Dordt University

Dordt University Application Requirements

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

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Dordt University?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 76% submitted a class rank. At Dordt University 23% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 49% were in the top 25% and 79% were in the top 50%.

Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0.

Dordt 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 2020, 23% of Dordt University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 87% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What's a Good SAT Score for Dordt University?

To be competitive with other Dordt University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1030 and 1230 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Dordt University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1230 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 Dordt University student is 1150.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Dordt 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 Dordt University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

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What's a Good ACT Score for Dordt University?

To be most competitive at Dordt University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Dordt University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Dordt University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

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Transferring to Dordt University

For transfer students wishing to start in the Fall, the deadline to apply is August 1. Applicants should hear back by August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Dordt University during the following terms: Fall Term Spring Term

Dordt University Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to Dordt University?

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

Does Dordt University accept transfer credits?

Dordt University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Dordt University accepts:

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

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Do I have to submit test scores to Dordt University?

Dordt University. is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

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