Johnson University

If you are applying to Johnson University, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the application fee costs $35.

Johnson University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Johnson University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	18%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	28%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	71%
Waitlist	No

Johnson University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Johnson University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––
Regular Decision	Yes	August 1	––

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Applying Early to Johnson University?

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Johnson University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Johnson University directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ 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 Johnson University Admissions

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Is Johnson University Difficult To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Johnson University.

In 2021, Johnson University accepted 81% of students, about 246 from the 304 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Johnson 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 Johnson University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Johnson University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Johnson University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are 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 choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Johnson University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Johnson 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Very Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

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

Johnson University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Johnson University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Johnson 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
Letter(s) of Recommendation	3
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 Johnson University?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 37% submitted a class rank. At Johnson University 18% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 44% were in the top 25% and 73% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	6.21%
3.75 and 3.99	35.17%
3.50 and 3.74	19.31%
3.25 and 3.49	13.1%
3.00 and 3.24	14.49%
2.50 and 2.9	11.03%
2.00 and 2.49	0.69%

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 Johnson 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

Johnson University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Johnson University does not have 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, 28% of Johnson University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 71% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Johnson University?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Johnson University students scored 585 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Johnson University students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Johnson University?

To be most competitive at Johnson University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Johnson University'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 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Johnson University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

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 Johnson University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Johnson University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Johnson University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Johnson University?

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

Does Johnson University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

❌ Johnson University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Johnson University?

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

What is Johnson University's acceptance rate?

✅ Johnson University has an acceptance rate of 81%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Johnson University?

🟨 Johnson University may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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