Misericordia University

Misericordia University is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Misericordia University is 83%. Out of 1,897 applications received in 2023, 1,580 students were offered admission.

If you are planning on applying to Misericordia University, the fee for the application is $35.

Misericordia University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Misericordia University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	19%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	Yes

Misericordia University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Misericordia University.

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

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Misericordia University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Misericordia University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Misericordia University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Misericordia University?

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 admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Misericordia University

Wondering what factors are considered by Misericordia 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

Misericordia University Application Requirements

To apply to Misericordia University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Misericordia 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	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	2.5	–
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 Misericordia University?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 68% submitted a class rank. At Misericordia University 19% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 51% were in the top 25% and 82% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	2%
3.75 and 3.99	30%
3.50 and 3.74	28%
3.25 and 3.49	13%
3.00 and 3.24	15%
2.50 and 2.9	11%
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 Misericordia 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

Misericordia 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.

More Information on Transferring to Misericordia University

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Misericordia University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Misericordia University?

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

Does Misericordia University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

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

✅ Misericordia University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Misericordia University?

✅ Misericordia University is not test optional.

What is Misericordia University's acceptance rate?

✅ Misericordia University's acceptance rate is 83%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Misericordia University?

❌ Misericordia University does not offer early decision.

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