University of the Sciences

If you are thinking about applying to University of the Sciences, the regular decision application deadline is August 15 and the fee for the application is $45.

Application fees can add up, but some schools do have free applications and students with financial need may qualify for for fee waiver for their application.

University of the Sciences Admissions Stats at a Glance

Applying Early to University of the Sciences?

University of the Sciences does not offer early decision or early action.

The early decision acceptance rate at University of the Sciences is 0%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 58%.

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.

How To Get Into University of the Sciences

It is moderately difficult to get into University of the Sciences. University of the Sciences evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, University of the Sciences accepted 58% of students, around 2,168 of the 3,738 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of the Sciences, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT. Admissions to physical therapy, pharmacy is program very difficult.

Transfer student admissions is very difficult.

What Does University of the Sciences 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 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 put the most emphasis the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of the Sciences

University of the Sciences Application Requirements

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

What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of the Sciences?

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. 4.0. 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.

Students admitted to University of the Sciences have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7

University of the Sciences does look at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

University of the Sciences is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2019, 94% of University of the Sciences's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 25% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What's a Good SAT Score for University of the Sciences?

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What's a Good ACT Score for University of the Sciences?

To be most competitive at University of the Sciences, you should strive to earn between 22 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of the Sciences's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of the Sciences students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

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Transferring to University of the Sciences

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to University of the Sciences.

For transfer students wishing to start in the Fall, the deadline to apply is August 15.

Transfer students can enroll in University of the Sciences during the following terms: - Fall Term - Spring Term

University of the Sciences Admissions FAQs

Can I defer my acceptance to University of the Sciences?

Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of the Sciences.

Does University of the Sciences accept transfer credits?

University of the Sciences accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of the Sciences accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does University of the Sciences accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

University of the Sciences accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of the Sciences?

University of the Sciences is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is University of the Sciences's acceptance rate?

University of the Sciences's acceptance rate is 58%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of the Sciences?

University of the Sciences's early decision acceptance rate was 0% in 2021.

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