St. Catherine University

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St Catherine University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

St Catherine University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	25%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	95%
Waitlist	No

St. Catherine University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for St. Catherine University.

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

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Applying Early to St Catherine University?

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St Catherine University does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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Transferring to St. Catherine University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to St Catherine University

St Catherine University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does St Catherine 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 they consider 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 admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at St Catherine University

Curious about the factors that are considered by St Catherine 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered

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

St Catherine University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview		√	√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into St Catherine University?

Students admitted to St Catherine University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 54% submitted a class rank. At St Catherine University 25% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 60% were in the top 25% and 92% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At St. Catherine University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	13%
3.75 and 3.99	30%
3.50 and 3.74	23%
3.25 and 3.49	17%
3.00 and 3.24	8%
2.50 and 2.9	7%
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 St Catherine 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

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

St Catherine 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, 4% of St Catherine University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 95% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for St Catherine University?

To be competitive with other St Catherine University applicants, you should aim to score between 1095 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At St Catherine University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 1095, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of St Catherine University students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 570 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of St Catherine University students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 570 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for St Catherine University?

To be most competitive at St Catherine University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for St Catherine University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for St Catherine 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 St. Catherine University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to St Catherine University.

Transfer students can enroll in St Catherine University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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St Catherine University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to St Catherine University?

❌ Students who are admitted to St Catherine University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does St Catherine University accept transfer credits?

✅ St Catherine University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. St Catherine University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ St Catherine University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to St Catherine University?

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

What is St Catherine University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for St Catherine University is 77%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at St Catherine University?

❌ St Catherine University does not offer early decision.

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