Quincy University

Quincy University is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 62% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 1,760 students applied to Quincy University and 1,086 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to Quincy University, the regular decision application deadline is August 15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to Quincy University for fall should hear back from Quincy University by October 1.

Quincy University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Quincy University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	10%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	20%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	34%
Waitlist	Yes

Quincy University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Quincy University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	December 15	January 15
Regular Decision	Yes	8 15	October 1

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Considering Applying Early to Quincy University?

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Quincy University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 15. Quincy University will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.

Quincy University accepts around 65% of early action applicants and 62% all applicants for all deadlines. Last year, Quincy University admitted 658 of the 1,13 who applied early action.

Some students apply to college early to help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

➡️ Discover a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Quincy University Admissions

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Transferring to Quincy University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Quincy University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Quincy University?

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

Admissions Factors at Quincy University

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

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

Quincy University Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	√	audition for music majors, portfolio recommended for art majors
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	1	–
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 Quincy University?

Students admitted to Quincy University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4. At Quincy University 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 30% were in the top 25% and 67% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	19%
3.75 and 3.99	15%
3.50 and 3.74	16%
3.25 and 3.49	10%
3.00 and 3.24	17%
2.50 and 2.9	17%
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 Quincy 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

Quincy 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, 20% of Quincy University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 34% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to Quincy University

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

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Quincy University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Quincy University?

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

Does Quincy University accept transfer credits?

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

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

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Quincy University?

❌ No, Quincy University is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to include your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, 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 Quincy University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Quincy University is 62%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Quincy University?

❌ Quincy University does not offer early decision.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Quincy University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Quincy University was 65% in 2021.

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