Admissions Overview
The admission process at Oglethorpe University has a 71% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Oglethorpe University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
71%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
2,816
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
21%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Oglethorpe University has a 71% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $50. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Oglethorpe University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$50
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School Transcript
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
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 Oglethorpe University. About 19% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,065 to 1,305. Additionally, about 11% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 22 to 29.
SAT Scores
19% of students submitted400
1600
1065 – 1305
200
800
540 – 650
200
800
525 – 655
ACT Scores
11% of students submitted1
36
22 – 29
1
36
20 – 30
1
36
19 – 26
Admission Statistics
2,816 students applied to Oglethorpe. Of those, 71% were accepted (1,999 students). Of these 1,999 accepted students, 425 chose to enroll.
2,816
Total Applicants
1,999
Students Admitted
425
Students Enrolled
71%
Acceptance Rate