Cedar Crest CollegeCedar Crest College
Allentown, PA · Northeast
- Acceptance rate
- 84.1%
- SAT mid-50
- 1055-1175
- Cost after aid
- $18,659
- Graduation rate
- 60%
About Cedar Crest College
Cedar Crest College is a very small private university in Allentown, PA, in a city setting.
What Cedar Crest College looks for
Cedar Crest College admits the majority of applicants who meet its baseline academic profile. For most students applying here, the work is in writing applications that reflect real fit rather than treating the application as a checklist. Demonstrated interest matters more here than at the most selective schools. Visiting, attending an info session, and asking real questions of admissions all move the needle.
Frequently asked
What SAT score do I need for Cedar Crest College?
Cedar Crest College's middle 50% SAT range is 1055 to 1175. A score in or above that band keeps you in the conversation; below it, the rest of your application has to do more work.
What is the acceptance rate at Cedar Crest College?
Cedar Crest College admits roughly 84% of applicants. An acceptance rate above 40% means a strong application can land here without high-end stats.
What does Cedar Crest College actually cost after financial aid?
Average net cost (after institutional aid) is about $18,659 per year. Net cost varies enormously by family income; run the school's net price calculator for an estimate that reflects your situation.
Is Cedar Crest College a reach, match, or safety for me?
Compare your stats to the middle 50% above. If you are at or below the 25th percentile, treat Cedar Crest College as a reach. If you are in the middle 50%, it is a match. Above the 75th percentile and the school accepts above 25% overall, it is closer to a safety. Selectivity below 20% should be treated as a reach for everyone, period.
