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Dalton State College

Dalton, GA 4-Year Public
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Dalton State College Admissions

If you are planning on applying to Dalton State College, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is July 1 and the fee for the application is $30.

Dalton State College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Dalton State College's admissions stats.

Dalton State College 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.1
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs 47%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 62%
Waitlist No

Dalton State College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Dalton State College.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––
Regular Decision Yes July 1 ––

Applying Early to Dalton State College?


Dalton State College does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover 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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Is Dalton State College Difficult To Get Into?

Getting into Dalton State College is not competitive. Dalton State College has open admissions, which means admission is not competitive and any applicants that met the basic requirements can enroll.

In 2021, Dalton State College **accepted .

Schools that are not competitive to get into, like Dalton State College, accept virtually all applicants regardless of high school rank or test scores.

Transferring to Dalton State College

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to Dalton State College

Dalton State College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Dalton State College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling 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 prioritize the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Dalton State College

What does Dalton State College consider 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
Academic GPA Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered

Make sure to check with Dalton State College for more information on admission factors.

Dalton State College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Dalton State College?

Students admitted to Dalton State College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

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

Dalton State College considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Dalton State College 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, 47% of Dalton State College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 62% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Dalton State College?

What is a Good ACT Score for Dalton State College?

To be most competitive at Dalton State College, you should strive to earn between 17 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Dalton State College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 17 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Dalton State College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 17.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Dalton State College

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Dalton State College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Dalton State College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Dalton State College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Dalton State College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Dalton State College.

Does Dalton State College accept transfer credits?

✅ Dalton State College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Do I have to submit test scores to Dalton State College?

✅ Dalton State College is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Dalton State College?

❌ Dalton State College does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About Dalton State College?

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Dalton State College Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Open Admission

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Dalton State College Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Jul 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Jul 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Dalton State College is Jul 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Dalton State College is Jul 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Dalton State College ACT Scores

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ACT Range

17 - 22

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

22 and Above

Good

17 to 22

Avg

17 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to Dalton State College is 19. Students with an ACT score of 22 and above have a good chance of getting into Dalton State College. Students with an ACT score that falls between 17 and 22 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 17 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

Dalton State College SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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Dalton State College GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.1

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Dalton State College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.1. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

4,794

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

N.A.

Tuition and Fees

In State

$3,204

Out-of-State

$11,836

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jul 1
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