Admissions Overview
The admission process at Providence College has a 49% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Providence College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
49%
Selective
Application Volume
12,469
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
20%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Providence College has a 49% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Providence College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$65
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
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 Providence College. About 22% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,250 to 1,400. Additionally, about 7% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 32.
SAT Scores
22% of students submitted400
1600
1250 – 1400
200
800
630 – 700
200
800
620 – 700
ACT Scores
7% of students submitted1
36
28 – 32
1
36
28 – 34
1
36
26 – 34
Admission Statistics
12,469 students applied to Providence. Of those, 49% were accepted (6,075 students). Of these 6,075 accepted students, 1,197 chose to enroll.
12,469
Total Applicants
6,075
Students Admitted
1,197
Students Enrolled
49%
Acceptance Rate