University of Mount Olive

Reach out to University of Mount Olive's admissions department for more information on applying.

University of Mount Olive Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of University of Mount Olive's admissions stats.

University of Mount Olive 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	2.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	10%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	57%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	53%
Waitlist	No

University of Mount Olive Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Mount Olive.

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 University of Mount Olive?

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University of Mount Olive 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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Transferring to University of Mount Olive

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Mount Olive

University of Mount Olive has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Mount Olive Look For in an Applicant?

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 are most important 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at University of Mount Olive

What does University of Mount Olive consider 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
State Residency	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Mount Olive for more information on admission factors.

University of Mount Olive 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview		√
Other Requirements		√		Standardized Test Scores
Letter(s) of Recommendation		2
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Mount Olive?

Students admitted to University of Mount Olive have an average unweighted GPA of 2.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 59% submitted a class rank. At University of Mount Olive 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 47% were in the top 25% and 68% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Mount Olive, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	––
3.25 and 3.49	––
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
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 University of Mount Olive 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

University of Mount Olive looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

University of Mount Olive 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, 57% of University of Mount Olive's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 53% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Mount Olive?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Mount Olive students scored 500 or higher and 75% of students scored 395 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Mount Olive students scored 500 or higher, and 75% scored a 395 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for University of Mount Olive?

To be most competitive at University of Mount Olive, you should strive to earn between 15 and 20 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 20 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Mount Olive's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20, and three out of four students scored lower than 20 on the ACT.

A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Mount Olive students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.

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 Mount Olive

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

Transfer students can enroll in University of Mount Olive during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of Mount Olive Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Mount Olive?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Mount Olive.

Does University of Mount Olive accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Mount Olive accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Mount Olive accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Mount Olive accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Mount Olive accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Mount Olive?

❌ No, University of Mount Olive is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Mount Olive's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Mount Olive's acceptance rate is 51%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Mount Olive?

❌ University of Mount Olive does not offer early decision.

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