Ursuline College

If you are thinking about applying to Ursuline College, the regular decision application deadline is March 1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Ursuline College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Ursuline College's admissions stats.

Ursuline College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12%
Mean SAT Score	1035
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	39%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	81%
Waitlist	No

Ursuline College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Ursuline College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	March 1	––

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Applying Early to Ursuline College?

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Ursuline College does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See 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 Ursuline College Admissions

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Is Ursuline College Hard To Get Into?

It is not difficult to get into Ursuline College. Ursuline College evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Ursuline College accepted 74% of all applicants, around 491 from the 665 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like Ursuline College, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT. Admissions to BSN program is program moderately difficult.

Transferring to Ursuline College

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

For Students Waitlisted to Ursuline College

Ursuline College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Ursuline College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling 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 on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Ursuline College

What does Ursuline College 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	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Ursuline College Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		2.5
Interview		√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
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 Ursuline College?

Students admitted to Ursuline College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 55% submitted a class rank. At Ursuline College 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 51% were in the top 25% and 80% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Ursuline College, 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 Ursuline College 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

Ursuline College looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Ursuline College has 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 2021, 39% of Ursuline College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 81% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Ursuline College?

To be competitive with other Ursuline College applicants, you should aim to score between 945 and 1120 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Ursuline College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1120 and 25% of scored lower than 945, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Ursuline College student is 1035.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Ursuline College students scored 560 or higher and 75% of students scored 470 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Ursuline College students scored 560 or higher, and 75% scored a 470 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Ursuline College?

To be most competitive at Ursuline College, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Ursuline College'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 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Ursuline College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

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 Ursuline College

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Ursuline College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Ursuline College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Ursuline College?

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

Does Ursuline College accept transfer credits?

✅ Ursuline College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Ursuline College accepts:

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

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Ursuline College?

❌ No, Ursuline College is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, 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 Ursuline College's acceptance rate?

✅ Ursuline College's acceptance rate is 74%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Ursuline College?

❌ Ursuline College does not offer early decision.

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