DigiPen Institute of Technology

DigiPen Institute of Technology is not difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at DigiPen Institute of Technology is 66%. Last year, 876 students applied to DigiPen Institute of Technology and 576 were admitted.

If you are applying to DigiPen Institute of Technology, the regular decision application deadline is July 1 and the fee for the application is $60.

Students who apply to DigiPen Institute of Technology for fall should hear back from DigiPen Institute of Technology by November 1.

DigiPen Institute of Technology Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of DigiPen Institute of Technology's admissions stats.

DigiPen Institute of Technology 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	46%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	14%
Waitlist	Yes

DigiPen Institute of Technology Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for DigiPen Institute of Technology.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	7 1	November 1

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Considering Applying Early to DigiPen Institute of Technology?

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DigiPen Institute of Technology does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover 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 DigiPen Institute of Technology Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Digipen?

Digipen is a not difficult school to get into. Digipen evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny or waitlist.

In 2022, Digipen accepted 66% of all applicants, around 576 of the 876 students who applied.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like Digipen, 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 game design programs is program moderately difficult.

Transferring to DigiPen Institute of Technology

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

For Students Waitlisted to DigiPen Institute of Technology

In 2022, DigiPen Institute of Technology waitlisted 7 students and 6 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 6 eventually got in.

What's Most Important for Getting Into DigiPen Institute of Technology?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. 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 DigiPen Institute of Technology

What does DigiPen Institute of Technology 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
Application Essay	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

Make sure to check with DigiPen Institute of Technology for more information on admission factors.

DigiPen Institute of Technology 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to DigiPen Institute of Technology, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with DigiPen Institute of Technology's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	–	–	√	Pre-calculus for most Bachelor of Science programs, art portfolio for BFA in Digital Art and Animation, performance portfolio for BA in Music and Sound Design, design portfolio for Bachelor of Art in Game Design
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	2	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into DigiPen Institute of Technology?

DigiPen Institute of Technology has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

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

DigiPen Institute of Technology 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 2022, 46% of DigiPen Institute of Technology's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 14% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for DigiPen Institute of Technology?

To be competitive with other DigiPen Institute of Technology applicants, you should aim to earn between 578 and 680 (or higher!) on the SAT. At DigiPen Institute of Technology 25% of admitted students scored higher than 680 and 25% of scored lower than 578, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

To be most competitive at DigiPen Institute of Technology, you should strive to earn between 26 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for DigiPen Institute of Technology's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 26 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for DigiPen Institute of Technology students. Only one out of every four students scored below 26.

More Information on Transferring to DigiPen Institute of Technology

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to DigiPen Institute of Technology.

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

Transfer students can enroll in DigiPen Institute of Technology during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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DigiPen Institute of Technology Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to DigiPen Institute of Technology?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to DigiPen Institute of Technology.

Does DigiPen Institute of Technology accept transfer credits?

✅ DigiPen Institute of Technology accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. DigiPen Institute of Technology accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does DigiPen Institute of Technology accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ DigiPen Institute of Technology accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to DigiPen Institute of Technology?

❌ No, DigiPen Institute of Technology is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to submit your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is DigiPen Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?

✅ DigiPen Institute of Technology's acceptance rate is 66%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at DigiPen Institute of Technology?

❌ DigiPen Institute of Technology does not offer early decision.

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