Hi everyone! I'm interested in applying to John Jay College of Criminal Justice and I'd like to know what their admission requirements are, specifically regarding SAT scores and GPA. Any help would be appreciated!
Hello! It's great that you're considering John Jay College of Criminal Justice! Here's a breakdown of their admission requirements:
1. Completed online application: Create an account and complete the CUNY application, which includes choosing John Jay College of Criminal Justice as one of your choices.
2. Application fee: There is a $65 non-refundable application fee for freshman applicants.
3. High school transcript: You'll need to provide your official high school transcript showing all the courses, grades, and graduation date.
4. SAT/ACT scores: While John Jay College is currently test-optional, you can still submit your SAT or ACT scores if you believe they will strengthen your application. If you decide not to submit test scores, your application will still be given full consideration. If you're wondering whether or not you should submit your test scores, you can get a comprehensive breakdown of how to navigate test-optional policies on CollegeVine's blog: https://blog.collegevine.com/does-test-optional-mean-test-optional
In terms of average GPAs and SAT scores, John Jay College has a fairly competitive admission process. The middle 50% of admitted students have a high school GPA around 90 (on a 100-point scale), and the average SAT range is around 1130 (23 on the ACT, in case you were wondering). Keep in mind that these are only averages and not strict cut-offs - being above them does not guarantee admission, while being below them does not automatically mean rejection.
Lastly, remember that John Jay College, like many institutions, reviews applications holistically, looking at a variety of factors including academic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and personal qualities. So, aim to showcase who you are beyond just the numbers.
Good luck with your application!
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