Anderson University

It is not difficult to get into Anderson University. The university admitted 52% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 5,416 students applied to Anderson University and 2,803 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Anderson University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Anderson University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Anderson University's admissions stats.

Anderson University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are not considered
Waitlist	No

Anderson University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Anderson University.

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

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Considering Applying Early to Anderson University?

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Anderson University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Anderson University Admissions

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Transferring to Anderson University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Anderson University

Anderson University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Anderson University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Anderson University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Anderson University 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

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

Anderson University Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Anderson University?

Students admitted to Anderson University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 25% submitted a class rank. At Anderson University 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 75% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Anderson University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	26%
3.75 and 3.99	20%
3.50 and 3.74	16%
3.25 and 3.49	10%
3.00 and 3.24	11%
2.50 and 2.9	10%
2.00 and 2.49	6%

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 Anderson University 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

Anderson University does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Anderson University 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.

More Information on Transferring to Anderson University

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

Transfer students can enroll in Anderson University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Anderson University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Anderson University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Anderson University.

Does Anderson University accept transfer credits?

✅ Anderson University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Anderson University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Anderson University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Anderson University?

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

What is Anderson University's acceptance rate?

✅ Anderson University's acceptance rate is 52%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Anderson University?

❌ Anderson University does not offer early decision.

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