Monmouth College

Monmouth College is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Monmouth College is 66%. Last year, 2,526 students applied to Monmouth College and 1,658 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to Monmouth College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Monmouth College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Monmouth College's admissions stats.

Monmouth College 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16%
Mean SAT Score	1160
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	19%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	15%
Waitlist	No

Monmouth College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Monmouth College.

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

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Want to Apply Early to Monmouth College?

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Monmouth College does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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Transferring to Monmouth College

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

For Students Waitlisted to Monmouth College

Monmouth College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Monmouth College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing 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 shine.

Admissions Factors at Monmouth College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Monmouth College 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
Class Rank	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Monmouth College for more information on admission factors.

Monmouth College Application Requirements

To apply to Monmouth College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Monmouth College'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)	–	2.7	–	–
Interview	–	√	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	√	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Monmouth College?

Students admitted to Monmouth College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 63% submitted a class rank. At Monmouth College 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 71% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Monmouth College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	22%
3.75 and 3.99	15%
3.50 and 3.74	19%
3.25 and 3.49	15%
3.00 and 3.24	9%
2.50 and 2.9	16%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

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 Monmouth College 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

Monmouth College has 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, 19% of Monmouth College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 15% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

The mean composite SAT score for a Monmouth College student is 1160.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Monmouth College students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Monmouth College students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.

To be most competitive at Monmouth College, you should strive to earn between 22 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Monmouth College'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 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Monmouth College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

More Information on Transferring to Monmouth College

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

Transfer students can enroll in Monmouth College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Monmouth College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Monmouth College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Monmouth College.

Does Monmouth College accept transfer credits?

✅ Monmouth College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Monmouth College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Monmouth College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Monmouth College?

❌ No, Monmouth College is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to submit your ACT or SAT scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Monmouth College's acceptance rate?

✅ Monmouth College's acceptance rate is 66%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Monmouth College?

❌ Monmouth College does not offer early decision.

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