University of South Carolina Sumter

University of South Carolina Sumter is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 58% of all applicants in 2011. Out of 698 applications received in 2023, 405 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to University of South Carolina Sumter, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/8 and the application fee is $40.

University of South Carolina Sumter Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of University of South Carolina Sumter's admissions stats.

University of South Carolina Sumter 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	69%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	55%
Waitlist	No

University of South Carolina Sumter Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of South Carolina Sumter.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 8	–

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Applying Early to University of South Carolina Sumter?

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University of South Carolina Sumter does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to University of South Carolina Sumter

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of South Carolina Sumter

University of South Carolina Sumter has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of South Carolina Sumter?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing 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 admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of South Carolina Sumter

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of South Carolina Sumter 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
Class Rank	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered

Make sure to check with University of South Carolina Sumter for more information on admission factors.

University of South Carolina Sumter 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of South Carolina Sumter, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of South Carolina Sumter's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

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

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of South Carolina Sumter?

Students admitted to University of South Carolina Sumter have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 88% submitted a class rank. At University of South Carolina Sumter 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 34% were in the top 25% and 67% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of South Carolina Sumter, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	–
3.75 and 3.99	–
3.50 and 3.74	–
3.25 and 3.49	–
3.00 and 3.24	–
2.50 and 2.9	–
2.00 and 2.49	–

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 University of South Carolina Sumter 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

University of South Carolina Sumter 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 2011, 69% of University of South Carolina Sumter's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 55% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to University of South Carolina Sumter

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

Transfer students can enroll in University of South Carolina Sumter during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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University of South Carolina Sumter Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of South Carolina Sumter?

❌ Students who are admitted to University of South Carolina Sumter must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does University of South Carolina Sumter accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of South Carolina Sumter accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of South Carolina Sumter?

❌ No, University of South Carolina Sumter is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to send your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of South Carolina Sumter's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of South Carolina Sumter is 58%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of South Carolina Sumter?

❌ University of South Carolina Sumter does not offer early decision.

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