Southern Oregon University

If you are considering submitting an application to SOU, the fee for the application costs $60.

Students who submit their applications to SOU for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than September 15.

SOU Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of SOU's admissions stats.

SOU 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	71%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	34%
Waitlist	No

Southern Oregon University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Southern Oregon University.

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

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Want to Apply Early to SOU?

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SOU does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on Southern Oregon University Admissions

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Transferring to Southern Oregon University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to SOU

SOU has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does SOU Look For in an Applicant?

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 given the most weight 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at SOU

Wondering what factors are considered by SOU 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Geographical Residence	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with SOU for more information on admission factors.

SOU 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to SOU, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with SOU's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	3.0
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into SOU?

Students admitted to SOU have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

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

SOU considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

SOU 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, 71% of SOU's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 34% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for SOU?

To be competitive with other SOU applicants, you should aim to score between 990 and 1200 (or higher!) on the SAT. At SOU 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1200 and 25% of scored lower than 990, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of SOU students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of SOU students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for SOU?

To be most competitive at SOU, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for SOU'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 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for SOU students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

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 Southern Oregon University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to SOU.

Transfer students can enroll in SOU during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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SOU Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to SOU?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to SOU.

Does SOU accept transfer credits?

✅ SOU accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does SOU accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ SOU accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to SOU?

✅ SOU is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is SOU's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for SOU is 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at SOU?

❌ SOU does not offer early decision.

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