Drury University

If you want to apply to Drury University, the regular decision application deadline is August 30 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who apply to Drury University for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than September 1.

Drury University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Drury University's admissions stats.

Drury University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	28%
Mean SAT Score	1172
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	11%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	61%
Waitlist	No

Drury University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Drury University.

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

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Drury University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Drury University Admissions

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Is Drury University Challenging To Get Into?

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

In 2021, Drury University accepted 65% of students, about 1,275 from the 1,949 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Drury University, 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.

Transferring to Drury University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Drury University

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

What Does Drury University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. 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 on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Drury University

What does Drury University 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Drury University Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.7

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Drury University?

Students admitted to Drury University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8.

Out of all students that were admitted, 59% submitted a class rank. At Drury University 28% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 61% were in the top 25% and 89% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	35%
3.75 and 3.99	22%
3.50 and 3.74	18%
3.25 and 3.49	10%
3.00 and 3.24	7%
2.50 and 2.9	6%
2.00 and 2.49	2%

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 Drury University 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

Drury University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Drury University 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, 11% of Drury University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 61% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Drury University?

To be competitive with other Drury University applicants, you should strive to earn between 1070 and 1250 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Drury University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1250 and 25% of scored lower than 1070, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Drury University student is 1172.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Drury University students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Drury University students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Drury University?

To be most competitive at Drury University, you should strive to earn between 23 and 30 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 30 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Drury University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 30, and three out of four students scored lower than 30 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Drury University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

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More Information on Transferring to Drury University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Drury University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Drury University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Drury University?

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

Does Drury University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Drury University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Drury University?

❌ No, Drury University 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 probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Drury University's acceptance rate?

✅ Drury University's acceptance rate is 65%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Drury University?

❌ Drury University does not offer early decision.

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