Alabama State University

Alabama State University is not difficult to get into. Around 98% of applicants get into Alabama State University each year. Last year, 5,889 students applied to Alabama State University and 5,767 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Alabama State University, the regular decision application deadline is July 31 and the application fee costs $25.

Students who apply to Alabama State University for fall should anticipate a decision by August 15.

Alabama State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Alabama State University's admissions stats.

Alabama State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	8%
Mean SAT Score	954
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	14%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	35%
Waitlist	No

Alabama State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Alabama State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	7 31	August 15

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Want to Apply Early to Alabama State University?

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Alabama State University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Alabama State University Admissions

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Is Alabama State University Hard To Get Into?

Getting into Alabama State University is not difficult. Alabama State University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Alabama State University accepted 98% of all applicants, around 5,767 from the 5,889 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like Alabama State University, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

For applicants who are not residents of Alabama, getting into Alabama State University is not difficult.

Transferring to Alabama State University

It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Alabama State University

Alabama State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Alabama State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Alabama State University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Alabama State University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important

Make sure to check with Alabama State University for more information on admission factors.

Alabama State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Alabama State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Alabama State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Alabama State University?

Students admitted to Alabama State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.0.

Out of all students that were admitted, 1% submitted a class rank. At Alabama State University 8% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 31% were in the top 25% and 39% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Alabama State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	4%
3.75 and 3.99	7%
3.50 and 3.74	11%
3.25 and 3.49	12%
3.00 and 3.24	12%
2.50 and 2.9	32%
2.00 and 2.49	19%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Alabama State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Alabama State University does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 14% of Alabama State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 35% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Alabama State University?

To be competitive with other Alabama State University applicants, you should aim to score between 854 and 1046 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Alabama State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1046 and 25% of scored lower than 854, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Alabama State University student is 954.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Alabama State University students scored 516 or higher and 75% of students scored 442 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Alabama State University students scored 534 or higher, and 75% scored a 442 or higher.

To be most competitive at Alabama State University, you should strive to earn between 15 and 20 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 20 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Alabama State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 20, and three out of four students scored lower than 20 on the ACT.

A 15 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Alabama State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 15.

More Information on Transferring to Alabama State University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Alabama State University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 31.

Transfer students can enroll in Alabama State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Alabama State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Alabama State University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Alabama State University.

Does Alabama State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Alabama State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Alabama State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

Does Alabama State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Alabama State University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Alabama State University?

✅ Alabama State University is not test optional.

What is Alabama State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Alabama State University's acceptance rate is 98%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Alabama State University?

❌ Alabama State University does not offer early decision.

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