University of Central Oklahoma

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Central Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Central's admissions stats.

Central 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	10%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	99%
Waitlist	Yes

University of Central Oklahoma Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Central Oklahoma.

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

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Applying Early to Central?

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Central does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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More on University of Central Oklahoma Admissions

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Is Central Challenging To Get Into?

Getting into Central is not difficult. Central evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2021, Central accepted 81% of students, approximately 3,685 from the 4,540 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like Central, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

For applicants who are not residents of Oklahoma, getting into University of Central Oklahoma is not difficult.

Transferring to University of Central Oklahoma

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

For Students Waitlisted to Central

Central has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Central?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Central

Wondering what factors are considered by Central 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

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

Central 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	√			rank in upper 50% of high school class; composite ACT score of 20; 2.7 GPA in core curriculum classes
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.7

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Central?

Students admitted to Central have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 72% submitted a class rank. At Central 18% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 41% were in the top 25% and 74% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Central Oklahoma, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	7%
3.75 and 3.99	26.5%
3.50 and 3.74	22.5%
3.25 and 3.49	17%
3.00 and 3.24	14%
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 Central directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

Central considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Central is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 10% of Central's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 99% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Central?

To be competitive with other Central applicants, you should aim to earn between 950 and 1140 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Central 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1140 and 25% of scored lower than 950, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Central students scored 560 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Central students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Central?

To be most competitive at Central, you should strive to earn between 19 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Central's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Central students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

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 University of Central Oklahoma

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

Transfer students can enroll in Central during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Central Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Central?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Central.

Does Central accept transfer credits?

✅ Central accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Central accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Central?

❌ No, Central is test optional, so you can make the call whether or not to include your test 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 may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Central's acceptance rate?

✅ Central's acceptance rate is 81%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Central?

❌ Central does not offer early decision.

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