Admissions Overview
The admission process at Providence College has a 53% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Providence College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
53%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
11,129
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
20%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Providence College has a 53% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNote: 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 27% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,260 to 1,420. Additionally, about 9% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 32.
SAT Scores
27% of students submitted400
1600
1260 – 1420
200
800
640 – 710
200
800
620 – 710
ACT Scores
9% of students submitted1
36
28 – 32
1
36
28 – 35
1
36
26 – 30
Admission Statistics
11,129 students applied to Providence. Of those, 53% were accepted (5,874 students). Of these 5,874 accepted students, 1,156 chose to enroll.
11,129
Total Applicants
5,874
Students Admitted
1,156
Students Enrolled
53%
Acceptance Rate