Check in with Ursinus College's admissions department for more information on applying.
Here is an overiew of some of Ursinus College's admissions stats.
Ursinus College 2022 | Admissions Statistics |
---|---|
Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.5 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 29% |
Mean SAT Score | 1272 |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 34% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 9% |
Waitlist | Yes |
These are the application deadlines for Ursinus College.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | Yes | December 15 | |
Early Decision II | Yes | February 1 | –– |
Early Action | Yes | November 1 | December 15 |
Regular Decision | Yes | May 1 | –– |
Ursinus College offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.
🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due February 1.
🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Ursinus College will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.
The early decision acceptance rate at Ursinus College is 89%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 83%. In 2022, Ursinus College admitted 80 of the 90 students who applied early decision.
Some students apply to college early to increase their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of acceptance, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.
➡️ Find a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
For more information on transferring to Ursinus College, contact the school directly.
In 2022, Ursinus College waitlisted 27 students and 24 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 7 eventually received an admissions offer.
Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight 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 put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.
What does Ursinus College 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 |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Character/Personal Qualities | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Class Rank | Important |
Extracurricular Activities | Important |
Application Essay | Important |
Interview | Important |
Recommendation(s) | Important |
Talent/Ability | Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Geographical Residence | Considered |
Work Experience | Considered |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Racial/Ethnic Status | Considered |
State Residency | Considered |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
Make sure to check with Ursinus College for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Ursinus College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Ursinus College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Interview | √ | |||
Other Requirements | √ | home schooled students must include detailed information about the depth of their curriculum, including reading lists and standardized tests | ||
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 | √ |
Students admitted to Ursinus College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.
Out of all students that were admitted, 38.8% submitted a class rank. At Ursinus College 29% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 54% were in the top 25% and 82% were in the top 50%.
At Ursinus College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
---|---|
4.0 GPA | 21.48% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 17.32% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 17.09% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 18.71% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 12.93% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 11.32% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 1.15% |
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 Ursinus College 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.
Ursinus College looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.
Ursinus College 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, 34% of Ursinus College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 9% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Ursinus College applicants, you should aim to earn between 1200 and 1350 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Ursinus College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1350 and 25% of scored lower than 1200, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Ursinus College student is 1272.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Ursinus College students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 610 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Ursinus College students scored 680 or higher, and 75% scored a 610 or higher.
To be most competitive at Ursinus College, you should strive to earn between 27 and 32 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 32 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Ursinus College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 32, and three out of four students scored lower than 32 on the ACT.
A 27 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Ursinus College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 27.
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For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Ursinus College during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Ursinus College?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Ursinus College.
Does Ursinus College accept transfer credits?
✅ Ursinus College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Ursinus College accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Do I have to submit test scores to Ursinus College?
❌ No, Ursinus College is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to send your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.
What is Ursinus College's acceptance rate?
✅ Ursinus College has an acceptance rate of 83%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Ursinus College?
✅ Ursinus College's early decision acceptance rate was 89% in 2021.
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Admission Difficulty
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Ursinus College is May 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Ursinus College is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
ACT Range
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
32 and Above
27 to 32
27 and Less
The median ACT score of an admitted student to Ursinus College is 29. Students with an ACT score of 32 and above have a good chance of getting into Ursinus College. Students with an ACT score that falls between 27 and 32 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 27 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.
Composite SAT Range
Math SAT Range
Reading SAT Range
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1350 and Above
1200 to 1350
1200 and Less
The median SAT score for Ursinus College students is 1272. Applicants with SAT scores of 1350 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Ursinus College, while applicants with SAT scores between 1200 to 1350 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1200 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Ursinus College.
Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Ursinus College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.53. 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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