Requirements for Freshmen Admission
Recommended High School Coursework
All students must present a minimum of 16 high school units of which 12 must be academic core subjects and/or designated as college preparatory. It is recommended that each student successfully complete the following courses in high school:
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English |
4 units |
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Mathematics (must include Algebra II or a higher level math) |
3 units |
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Laboratory Science |
3 units |
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Social Science |
3 units |
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Foreign Language (highly recommended) |
2 units |
The Average Academic Profile
Middle 50% profile ranges for admitted Catawba Students are posted below. Bear in mind, these ranges are not minimums and maximums; they are a strong representation of the average academic profile.
- Weighted GPA: 3.11-4.04
- Test Scores*:
- SAT 910-1110 (Critical Reading & Math)
- ACT 19-24
Catawba offers a Test Optional Admission Program for students with GPA’s of 3.25 or higher
Rolling Admission
Admission to Catawba is rolling. Rolling admission means you will receive an admissions decision within 2-3 weeks of completing your application file. (See How to Apply for more details). We encourage applicants to apply as early as possible to ensure their best chance of admission.
