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Interested in attending Bluffton University?

On this page, you'll learn how difficult it is to get into Bluffton University, we'll dig into high school grades and test scores, and you'll find out the factors the school considers when reviewing applications.

96
%
Acceptance rate
May 1
Regular admission deadline
Test Optional
Testing

Admission Rates

Is it difficult to get into Bluffton University?

96%

Using the most up-to-date data on record, Bluffton accepted 96% of applicants. We classify this as less selective.

In the most recent year, 1,100 people applied and 1,064 were accepted.

Applied/Accepted
Women
499 / 512 (97%)
Men
561 / 588 (95%)

Acceptance rates at colleges can change over time, with some becoming more competitive and others accepting more students. Here’s a look at the acceptance rate trend for the past 2 years at Bluffton University:

100%
94.0
88.0
82.0
76.0
70.0
2023
2024

Acceptance rates at schools can vary depending on if the student is in-state, out-of-state, or international.

15%
Enrollment of those accepted
Low
Yield rate

Of those accepted, 15% ended up enrolling at Bluffton University, making their yield rate Low. The yield rate is the percentage of accepted students who enroll at the school. You can use the yield rate to find out how coveted a school is for the students who apply to it.

Application Factors

You can increase your chances of getting into Bluffton University by looking at what the school considers during the application process.

Here are the things Bluffton considers:

Very Important

  • Academic GPA
  • Class Rank
  • Standardized Test Scores

Important

  • Character/Personal Qualities
  • Rigor of Secondary School Record

Considered

  • Application Essay
  • Recommendation(s)

Not Considered

  • Alumni/AE Relation
  • Extracurricular Activities
  • First Generation
  • Geographical Residence
  • Interview
  • Level of Applicant's Interest
  • Religious Affiliation/Commitment
  • State Residency
  • Talent/Ability
  • Volunteer Work
  • Work Experience

Grades & Testing

Do you have the grades and test scores to get into Bluffton University?

Test Optional
Testing

Grades

Bluffton is Test Optional. This means scores are considered if they are submitted, but applicants do not need to submit scores.

Applicants submitting SAT Scores

63%

Applicants submitting ACT Scores

7%

Application Deadlines

These are the deadlines for applying to Bluffton University. Application deadlines are subject to change, so please verify all deadlines with the school.

Regular Admissions

May 1
Regular admission deadline

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