If you are considering submitting an application to Saint Peter's University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.
Students who apply to Saint Peter's University for fall semester should hear back from Saint Peter's University by November 7.
The following is an overiew of some of Saint Peter's University's admissions stats.
Saint Peter's University 2022 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.3 |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional and are not considered |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Saint Peter's University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | –– | –– |
Early Decision II | –– | –– | –– |
Early Action | No | –– | –– |
Saint Peter's University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.
Saint Peter's University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important 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 prioritize the areas where you stand out.
Wondering what factors are considered by Saint Peter's 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 |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Application Essay | Important |
Recommendation(s) | Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Character/Personal Qualities | Considered |
Geographical Residence | Considered |
Class Rank | Considered |
Work Experience | Considered |
Extracurricular Activities | Considered |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
State Residency | Considered |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
Make sure to check with Saint Peter's University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Saint Peter's University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Saint Peter's University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Interview | √ | √ | ||
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.0 | |||
Letter(s) of Recommendation | 2 | |||
Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | |||
Other Requirements | √ | |||
Transcript of High School Record | √ |
Students admitted to Saint Peter's University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3. Saint Peter's University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.
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.
Saint Peter's University does not consider ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.
Saint Peter's 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.
For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Saint Peter's University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Saint Peter's University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Saint Peter's University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Saint Peter's University.
Does Saint Peter's University accept transfer credits?
✅ Saint Peter's University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Saint Peter's University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations
Does Saint Peter's University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Saint Peter's University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Saint Peter's University?
✅ Saint Peter's University is not test optional. Test scores will not be considered during the admissions process, even if you submit them.
What is Saint Peter's University's acceptance rate?
✅ Saint Peter's University has an acceptance rate of 93%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Saint Peter's University?
❌ Saint Peter's University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Saint Peter's University? Saint Peter's University is a somewhat selective institution. The Saint Peter's University acceptance rate is 93%. This means that the institution accepts 92 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Saint Peter's University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Saint Peter's University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.31. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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