Parkland College

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

Application fees can add up, but some schools do have free applications and students who are struggling to afford application fees may be eligible for an application fee waiver.

Parkland College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Applying Early to Parkland College?

Parkland College does not offer early decision or early action.

Some students apply to college early because they believe it will help their chances. Early deadlines may increase the chance of being admitted, since applying early shows your are very interested in a school, and your application is being considered before all the regular decision applicants apply.

See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

Is Parkland College Hard To Get Into?

It is not competitive to get into Parkland College. Parkland College has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2021, Parkland College **accepted , around 6,780 of the 6,780 students who applied.

Schools that are not competitive to get into, like Parkland College, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores. Admissions to allied health, nursing programs is program moderately difficult.

It is not competitive to be admitted as a transfer student.

What Does Parkland College Look For in an Applicant?

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 they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Parkland College

Parkland College 2021-2022 Application Requirements

To apply, all applicants to Parkland College must submit the following items. Double check with Parkland College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Parkland College?

Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0.

Parkland College considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Parkland College 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.

In 2013, 0% of Parkland College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 100% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What's a Good SAT Score for Parkland College?

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What's a Good ACT Score for Parkland College?

To be most competitive at Parkland College, you should strive to earn between 16 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Parkland College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Parkland College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

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Transferring to Parkland College

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Parkland College. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Parkland College during the following terms: - Fall Term - Spring Term - Summer Term

Parkland College Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to Parkland College?

Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Parkland College.

Do I have to submit test scores to Parkland College?

Parkland College is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

Want To Learn More About Parkland College?

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