Overview
Molloy College is a less selective private four-year institution in Rockville Centre, New York. The school accepts 76.6% of applicants and enrolls 3,185 students.
Admission Statistics
- Acceptance Rate
- 76.6%
- Average SAT
- 1,195
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,080–1,310
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 26
- Total Enrollment
- 3,185
Your Chances by SAT Score
Your score is above the 75th percentile. You are a competitive applicant.
Your score falls within the middle 50% of admitted students.
Your score is below the 25th percentile. Other parts of your application will need to stand out.
Admission Guide
You apply to Molloy College through the Common Application or directly through their website, with rolling admissions that extends through summer for fall enrollment. Submit your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation, and either SAT or ACT scores, though the school has adopted a test-optional policy for most programs.
The nursing program requires separate application materials and maintains much higher admission standards than the college overall. You must complete prerequisite courses in biology, chemistry, and mathematics before applying to the nursing major, and spots fill quickly due to clinical placement limitations. The education programs also require additional steps including background checks and teacher certification exams.
Campus housing fills on a first-come basis, so submit your housing deposit immediately after acceptance if you want to live on campus. The school requires all freshmen under 21 who live more than 30 miles away to live in residence halls unless they live with family.
Molloy operates on a semester system with a January intersession. New student orientation occurs in summer before your first semester, covering course registration, campus resources, and degree planning. You meet with an academic advisor during orientation to plan your first-year schedule.
The campus sits on 30 acres in Rockville Centre, about 20 miles from Manhattan. Most students commute, creating a quieter campus atmosphere on evenings and weekends. The Long Island Rail Road station provides direct access to New York City, which many students use for internships and cultural activities.
What It Costs If You Get In
- Average Net Price
- $26,870/yr
- Tuition (in-state)
- $37,840
- Students Receiving Aid
- 30%
After You Graduate
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 71.8%
- Median Earnings (10yr)
- $77,789/yr
- Freshman Retention Rate
- 81.1%
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Molloy College require SAT or ACT scores for admission?
Molloy College has adopted a test-optional admissions policy. Students can choose whether to submit standardized test scores as part of their application.
What is the application deadline for Molloy College?
Molloy College operates on a rolling admissions basis. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so applying earlier increases your chances of acceptance and scholarship consideration.
Does Molloy College offer early decision or early action?
Molloy College does not offer early decision or early action programs. All applications are processed through their rolling admissions system.
What GPA do you need to get into Molloy College?
Molloy College does not publish a minimum GPA requirement. The admissions committee reviews applications based on overall academic performance, course rigor, and other factors beyond just GPA.