Admissions Overview
The admission process at Dordt University has a 88% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Dordt University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
88%
Less Selective
Application Volume
1,476
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
34%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Dordt University has a 88% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Dordt University 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
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Letters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy 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 Dordt University. About 17% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,020 to 1,260. Additionally, about 66% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 21 to 28.
SAT Scores
17% of students submitted400
1600
1020 – 1260
200
800
510 – 640
200
800
510 – 620
ACT Scores
66% of students submitted1
36
21 – 28
1
36
21 – 28
1
36
20 – 27
Admission Statistics
1,476 students applied to DORDT. Of those, 88% were accepted (1,294 students). Of these 1,294 accepted students, 444 chose to enroll.
1,476
Total Applicants
1,294
Students Admitted
444
Students Enrolled
88%
Acceptance Rate