Admissions Overview
The admission process at Berea College has a 25% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Berea College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
25%
Selective
Application Volume
2,217
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
65%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Berea College has a 25% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Berea College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredHigh School Class Rank
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Berea College. About 8% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,136 to 1,298. Additionally, about 40% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 23 to 27.
SAT Scores
8% of students submitted400
1600
1136 – 1298
200
800
578 – 673
200
800
558 – 625
ACT Scores
40% of students submitted1
36
23 – 27
1
36
22 – 28
1
36
19 – 25
Admission Statistics
2,217 students applied to BEREA. Of those, 25% were accepted (545 students). Of these 545 accepted students, 353 chose to enroll.
2,217
Total Applicants
545
Students Admitted
353
Students Enrolled
25%
Acceptance Rate