Fresno Pacific University

If you are thinking about applying to Fresno Pacific University, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the fee for the application costs $40.

Fresno Pacific University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Fresno Pacific University's admissions stats.

Fresno Pacific University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	25%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	85%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	47%
Waitlist	No

Fresno Pacific University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Fresno Pacific 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 Fresno Pacific University?

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Fresno Pacific University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Fresno Pacific University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Fresno Pacific University?

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

In 2021, Fresno Pacific University accepted 68% of all applicants, about 441 from 644 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Fresno Pacific 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 Fresno Pacific University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Fresno Pacific University

Fresno Pacific University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Fresno Pacific University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding 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 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're strong.

Admissions Factors at Fresno Pacific University

What does Fresno Pacific 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered

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

Fresno Pacific University Application Requirements

To apply to Fresno Pacific University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Fresno Pacific 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)		3.1
Interview			√
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 Fresno Pacific University?

Students admitted to Fresno Pacific University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 74% submitted a class rank. At Fresno Pacific University 25% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 56% were in the top 25% and 89% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Fresno Pacific University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	––
3.25 and 3.49	––
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

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 Fresno Pacific 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

Fresno Pacific University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Fresno Pacific University is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 85% of Fresno Pacific University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 47% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Fresno Pacific University?

What is a Good ACT Score for Fresno Pacific University?

To be most competitive at Fresno Pacific University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Fresno Pacific University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Fresno Pacific University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

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 Fresno Pacific University

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

Transfer students can enroll in Fresno Pacific University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Fresno Pacific University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Fresno Pacific University?

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

Does Fresno Pacific University accept transfer credits?

✅ Fresno Pacific University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Fresno Pacific University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Do I have to submit test scores to Fresno Pacific University?

✅ Fresno Pacific University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Fresno Pacific University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Fresno Pacific University is 68%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Fresno Pacific University?

❌ Fresno Pacific University does not offer early decision.

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