John Brown University ACT Scores and GPA

What are John Brown University's average ACT scores and GPA? In this guide, we'll discuss what scores are needed for you to get admitted into John Brown University. You'll also get to calculate your own chances with our admissions calculator.

Location: Siloam Springs, AR

John Brown University Admissions Statistics

There are three critical numbers when considering your admissions chances: ACT scores, GPA, and acceptance rate. All these combine to tell you what you scores are required to get into John Brown University.

Average ACT: 26

The average ACT score composite at John Brown University is a 26.

The 25th percentile ACT score is 22, and the 75th percentile ACT score is 29.

In other words, a 22 places you below average, while a 29 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute ACT requirement at John Brown University, but they really want to see at least a 22 to have a chance at being considered.

Average GPA: 3.77

The average GPA at John Brown University is 3.77. This makes John Brown University Strongly Competitive for GPAs.

(Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA.

With a GPA of 3.77, John Brown University requires you to be above average in your high school class. You'll need a mix of A's and B's, with a leaning toward A's. If you took some AP or IB classes, this will help boost your weighted GPA and show your ability to take college classes.

If you're a junior or senior, your GPA is hard to change from this point on. If your GPA is at or below the school average of 3.77, you'll need a higher ACT score to compensate and show that you're prepared to take on college academics. This will help you compete effectively with other applicants.

Admissions Rate: 75.8%

The acceptance rate at John Brown University is 75.8%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 76 are admitted.

This means the school is not selective. As long as you don't fall way below average, you'll likely get in.

Final Admissions Verdict

Because this school is not selective, you have a great shot at getting in, as long as you don't fall well below average. Aim for a 22 ACT or higher, and you'll almost certainly get an offer of admission. But if you score below this, you may be one of the unlucky few to get rejected.

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Other Schools For You

If you're interested in John Brown University, you'll probably be interested in these schools as well. We've divided them into 3 categories depending on how hard they are to get into, relative to John Brown University.

Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into

These schools are have higher average ACT scores than John Brown University. If you improve your ACT score, you'll be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
United States Military Academy	West Point, NY	1331	30
University of Connecticut	Storrs, CT	1315	29
Florida Gulf Coast University	Fort Myers, FL	1135	29
Penn State University Park	University Park, PA	1265	28
Temple University	Philadelphia, PA	1241	28
University of Texas at Dallas	Richardson, TX	1291	28
Drexel University	Philadelphia, PA	1290	28

Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into

If you're competitive for John Brown University, these schools will offer you a similar chance of admission.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Hofstra University	Hempstead, NY	1246	27
Auburn University	Auburn, AL	1304	27
Pace University	New York, NY	1173	26
University of Cincinnati	Cincinnati, OH	1223	26
University of Alabama	Tuscaloosa, AL	1225	26
Quinnipiac University	Hamden, CT	1175	25
Ohio University	Athens, OH	1174	25

Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into

If you're currently competitive for John Brown University, you should have no problem getting into these schools. If John Brown University is currently out of your reach, you might already be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Florida International University	Miami, FL	1159	24
California State University Long Beach	Long Beach, CA	1145	23
University of North Texas	Denton, TX	1160	23
Washington State University	Pullman, WA	1125	23
University of Texas at Arlington	Arlington, TX	1160	23
San Jose State University	San Jose, CA	1145	23
Texas State University	San Marcos, TX	1080	23

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