Admissions Overview
The admission process at Catawba College has a 67% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Catawba College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
67%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
3,199
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
14%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Catawba College has a 67% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Catawba 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
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Other 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 Catawba College. About 11% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,000 to 1,210. Additionally, about 15% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 27.
SAT Scores
11% of students submitted400
1600
1000 – 1210
200
800
500 – 600
200
800
500 – 610
ACT Scores
15% of students submitted1
36
18 – 27
1
36
15 – 26
1
36
17 – 26
Admission Statistics
3,199 students applied to CATAWBA. Of those, 67% were accepted (2,146 students). Of these 2,146 accepted students, 298 chose to enroll.
3,199
Total Applicants
2,146
Students Admitted
298
Students Enrolled
67%
Acceptance Rate