Pace University

If you are considering submitting an application to Pace University, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is February 15 and the application fee costs $50.

Pace University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Pace University's admissions stats.

Pace University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	19%
Mean SAT Score	1222
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	21%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	5%
Waitlist	No

Pace University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Pace University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 1	December 1
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 15	January 2
Regular Decision	Yes	February 1	––

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Applying Early to Pace University?

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Pace University offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 1.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. Pace University will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 2.

The early decision acceptance rate at Pace University is 92%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 88%.

Pace University accepts about 94% of early action applicants and 88% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2022, Pace University admitted 35 of the 38 students who applied early decision. In 2021, Pace University admitted 7,347 of the 7,824 who applied early action.

Some students apply to college early to help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Pace University Admissions

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Transferring to Pace University

For more information on transferring to Pace University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Pace University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Pace University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider 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 put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Pace University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Pace 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
Application Essay	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Pace University Application Requirements

To apply to Pace University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Pace University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview		√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2
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 Pace University?

Students admitted to Pace University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 28% submitted a class rank. At Pace University 19% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 43% were in the top 25% and 83% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	25%
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	19%
3.25 and 3.49	22%
3.00 and 3.24	22%
2.50 and 2.9	10%
2.00 and 2.49	2%

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 Pace 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

Pace University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Pace University is 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, 21% of Pace University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 5% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Pace University?

To be competitive with other Pace University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1130 and 1300 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Pace University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1300 and 25% of scored lower than 1130, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Pace University student is 1222.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Pace University students scored 650 or higher and 75% of students scored 580 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Pace University students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 580 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Pace University?

To be most competitive at Pace University, you should strive to earn between 24 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Pace University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Pace University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

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 Pace University

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is February 1. Applicants should hear back by May 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Pace University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Pace University?

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

Does Pace University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Pace University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Pace University?

❌ No, Pace University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Pace University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Pace University is 88%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Pace University?

✅ Pace University's early decision acceptance rate was 92% in 2021.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Pace University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Pace University was 94% in 2021.

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