Maranatha Baptist University is not competitive to get into. Maranatha Baptist University admitted 57% of all applicants in 2021. Out of 399 applications received in 2023, 227 students were offered admission.
If you are thinking about applying to Maranatha Baptist University, the application fee is $50.
Here's an overiew of some of Maranatha Baptist University's admissions stats.
Maranatha Baptist University 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 17% |
Mean SAT Score | 1124 |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 15% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 84% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Maranatha Baptist University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Maranatha Baptist University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
Transfer student admissions is not competitive.
Maranatha Baptist University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when determining 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 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 areas where you're strong.
Wondering what factors are considered by Maranatha Baptist 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 |
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Character/Personal Qualities | Very Important |
Recommendation(s) | Very Important |
Religious Affiliation/Commitment | Very Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Important |
Academic GPA | Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Important |
Application Essay | Considered |
Make sure to check with Maranatha Baptist University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Maranatha Baptist University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Maranatha Baptist University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Letter(s) of Recommendation | 4 | – | – | – |
Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | – | – | – |
Transcript of High School Record | √ | – | – | – |
Maranatha Baptist University has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.
Out of all students that were admitted, 27% submitted a class rank. At Maranatha Baptist University 17% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 38% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.
At Maranatha Baptist University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | 11% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 34% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 23% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 17% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 9% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 5% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 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 Maranatha Baptist 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.
Maranatha Baptist 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 2021, 15% of Maranatha Baptist University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 84% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Maranatha Baptist University applicants, you should strive to score between 1030 and 1270 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Maranatha Baptist University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1270 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 Maranatha Baptist University student is 1124.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Maranatha Baptist University students scored 648 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Maranatha Baptist University students scored 694 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.
To be most competitive at Maranatha Baptist University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 28 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Maranatha Baptist University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.
A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Maranatha Baptist University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.
For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Maranatha Baptist University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Maranatha Baptist University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Winter Term
• Spring Term
• Winter Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Maranatha Baptist University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Maranatha Baptist University.
Does Maranatha Baptist University accept transfer credits?
✅ Maranatha Baptist University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.
Does Maranatha Baptist University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
❌ Maranatha Baptist University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Maranatha Baptist University?
✅ Maranatha Baptist University is not test optional.
What is Maranatha Baptist University's acceptance rate?
✅ The acceptance rate for Maranatha Baptist University is 57%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Maranatha Baptist University?
❌ Maranatha Baptist University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Maranatha? Maranatha is a open admission institution. The Maranatha acceptance rate is 57%. This means that the institution accepts 56 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Maranatha is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Maranatha is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Composite SAT Range
Math SAT Range
Reading SAT Range
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1270 and Above
1030 to 1270
1030 and Less
The median SAT score for Maranatha students is 1124. Applicants with SAT scores of 1270 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Maranatha, while applicants with SAT scores between 1030 to 1270 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1030 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Maranatha.
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