Utah State University

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Utah State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Utah State University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	22.62%
Mean SAT Score	1200
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	12.9%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	79.4%
Waitlist	No

Utah State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Utah State University.

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

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Considering Applying Early to Utah State University?

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Utah State University does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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More on Utah State University Admissions

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Is Utah State University Difficult To Get Into?

Utah State University is a moderately difficult school to get into. Utah State University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Utah State University accepted 93% of students, approximately 14,420 of the 15,567 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Utah State University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Utah State University

For more information on transferring to Utah State University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Utah State University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Utah State University?

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 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 put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Utah State University

What does Utah State University 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	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Class Rank	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

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

Utah State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Utah State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Utah State University'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)		2.5
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Utah State University?

Students admitted to Utah State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6. Utah State University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 69.31% submitted a class rank. At Utah State University 22.62% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 48.86% were in the top 25% and 78.61% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	11.44%
3.75 and 3.99	41.08%
3.50 and 3.74	19.05%
3.25 and 3.49	11.96%
3.00 and 3.24	7.5%
2.50 and 2.9	7.4%
2.00 and 2.49	1.32%

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 Utah 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

Utah State University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Utah State University 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, 12.9% of Utah State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 79.4% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Utah State University?

To be competitive with other Utah State University applicants, you should aim to score between 1100 and 1310 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Utah State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1310 and 25% of scored lower than 1100, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Utah State University student is 1200.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Utah State University students scored 650 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Utah State University students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Utah State University?

To be most competitive at Utah State University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Utah State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Utah State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

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 Utah State University

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Utah State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Utah State University?

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

Does Utah State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Utah State University?

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

What is Utah State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Utah State University has an acceptance rate of 93%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Utah State University?

❌ Utah State University does not offer early decision.

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