South Dakota State University

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South Dakota State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of South Dakota State University's admissions stats.

South Dakota State University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16%
Mean SAT Score	1118
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	3%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	86%
Waitlist	No

South Dakota State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for South Dakota State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Applying Early to South Dakota State University?

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South Dakota State University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on South Dakota State University Admissions

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Transferring to South Dakota State University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to South Dakota State University

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

What Does South Dakota 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 has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at South Dakota State University

Curious about the factors that are considered by South Dakota 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered

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

South Dakota State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to South Dakota State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with South Dakota State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.6

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into South Dakota State University?

Students admitted to South Dakota State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 83% submitted a class rank. At South Dakota State University 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42% were in the top 25% and 75% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	9.88%
3.75 and 3.99	30.76%
3.50 and 3.74	21.14%
3.25 and 3.49	15.3%
3.00 and 3.24	9.06%
2.50 and 2.9	10.39%
2.00 and 2.49	2.97%

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 South Dakota 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

South Dakota State University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

South Dakota State University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 3% of South Dakota State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 86% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for South Dakota State University?

To be competitive with other South Dakota State University applicants, you should strive to score between 993 and 1240 (or higher!) on the SAT. At South Dakota State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1240 and 25% of scored lower than 993, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a South Dakota State University student is 1118.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of South Dakota State University students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of South Dakota State University students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for South Dakota State University?

To be most competitive at South Dakota State University, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for South Dakota State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for South Dakota State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

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More Information on Transferring to South Dakota State University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to South Dakota State University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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South Dakota State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to South Dakota State University?

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

Does South Dakota State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ South Dakota State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to South Dakota State University?

❌ No, South Dakota State University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is South Dakota State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for South Dakota State University is 87%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at South Dakota State University?

❌ South Dakota State University does not offer early decision.

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