Rhodes College

If you are planning on applying to Rhodes College, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is January 15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to Rhodes College for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than April 1.

Rhodes College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Rhodes College's admissions stats.

Rhodes College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	4.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	66%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Waitlist	Yes

Rhodes College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Rhodes College.

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

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Want to Apply Early to Rhodes College?

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Rhodes College 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.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due January 15. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before February 1.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. Rhodes College will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

The early decision acceptance rate at Rhodes College is 65%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 57%. In 2022, Rhodes College admitted 148 of the 228 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply to college early because they believe it will increase their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it is a way to show that you are very interested in a school.

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

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More on Rhodes College Admissions

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Transferring to Rhodes College

Transfer student admissions is very difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Rhodes College

In 2022, Rhodes College waitlisted 1,380 students and 687 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 1 eventually got in.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Rhodes College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides 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 Rhodes College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Rhodes 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Racial/Ethnic Status	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Rhodes College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

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

Students admitted to Rhodes College have an average unweighted GPA of 4.0.

Out of all students that were admitted, 16% submitted a class rank. At Rhodes College 66% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 94% were in the top 25% and 99% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	65.02%
3.75 and 3.99	17.84%
3.50 and 3.74	10.95%
3.25 and 3.49	4.24%
3.00 and 3.24	1.77%
2.50 and 2.9	0.18%
2.00 and 2.49	––

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 Rhodes 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

Rhodes College does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Rhodes 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.

More Information on Transferring to Rhodes College

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to Rhodes College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is May 1. Applicants should hear back by May 15.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Rhodes College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Rhodes College?

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

Does Rhodes College accept transfer credits?

✅ Rhodes College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

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

✅ Rhodes College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Rhodes College?

✅ Rhodes College is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.

What is Rhodes College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Rhodes College is 57%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Rhodes College?

✅ Rhodes College's early decision acceptance rate was 65% in 2021.

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