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The Evergreen State College

Olympia, WA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate99%

Evergreen Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into The Evergreen State College. The college admitted 99% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 1,108 students applied to The Evergreen State College and 1,102 were admitted.

If you are considering submitting an application to The Evergreen State College, the fee for the application costs $50.

Students who apply to The Evergreen State College for fall semester should hear back from The Evergreen State College by November 1.

The Evergreen State College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of The Evergreen State College's admissions stats.

The Evergreen State College 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.1
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 0%
Mean SAT Score 1068
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 13%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 7%
Waitlist Yes

The Evergreen State College Application Deadlines

Check with The Evergreen State College directly for more info on application deadlines.


Considering Applying Early to The Evergreen State College?


The Evergreen State College may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with The Evergreen State College directly for more information about early applications.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on The Evergreen State College Admissions


Transferring to The Evergreen State College

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to The Evergreen State College

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into The Evergreen State College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important 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 admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at The Evergreen State College

Curious about the factors that are considered by The Evergreen State College 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
Application Essay Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Important
Level of Applicant's Interest Important
First Generation Important
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Interview Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
Work Experience Considered

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

The Evergreen State College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to The Evergreen State College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with The Evergreen State College'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(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into The Evergreen State College?

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

Out of all students that were admitted, 8% submitted a class rank. At The Evergreen State College 0% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 25% were in the top 25% and 50% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The Evergreen State College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA
3.75 and 3.99 13%
3.50 and 3.74 17%
3.25 and 3.49 16%
3.00 and 3.24 15%
2.50 and 2.9 24%
2.00 and 2.49 11%

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 The Evergreen State College 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

The Evergreen State College is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 13% of The Evergreen State College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 7% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

The mean composite SAT score for a The Evergreen State College student is 1068.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The Evergreen State College students scored 570 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The Evergreen State College students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.

To be most competitive at The Evergreen State College, you should strive to earn between 19 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The Evergreen State College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The Evergreen State College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to The Evergreen State College

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to The Evergreen State College. Applicants should hear back by November 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term


The Evergreen State College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to The Evergreen State College?

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

Does The Evergreen State College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The Evergreen State College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The Evergreen State College?

✅ The Evergreen State College is not test optional.

What is The Evergreen State College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for The Evergreen State College is 99%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The Evergreen State College?

🟨 The Evergreen State College may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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Evergreen Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

99%

How hard is it to get into Evergreen? Evergreen is a somewhat selective institution. The Evergreen acceptance rate is 99%. This means that the institution accepts 99 out of every 100 applicants.

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Evergreen Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Not available

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Evergreen is Continuous processing.

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

Evergreen SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

Not available

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Math SAT Range

470 - 570

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Reading SAT Range

530 - 630

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

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Estimated Chance

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Evergreen GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.12

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Evergreen, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.12. 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

2,116

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

99%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$8,250

Out-of-State

$29,559

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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