Georgia Southern University

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Georgia Southern University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Georgia Southern University's admissions stats.

Georgia Southern University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	26.3%
Mean SAT Score	1093
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	23%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	16%
Waitlist	No

Georgia Southern University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Georgia Southern 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 Georgia Southern University?

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Georgia Southern University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Georgia Southern University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Georgia Southern University

Georgia Southern University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Georgia Southern University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Georgia Southern University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Georgia Southern 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Class Rank	Considered

Make sure to check with Georgia Southern University for more information on admission factors.

Georgia Southern University Application Requirements

To apply to Georgia Southern University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Georgia Southern University'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
Transcript of High School Record			√
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0
Other Requirements	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Georgia Southern University?

Students admitted to Georgia Southern University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4. At Georgia Southern University 26.3% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 42.1% were in the top 25% and 78.9% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Georgia Southern University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	6%
3.75 and 3.99	16%
3.50 and 3.74	19%
3.25 and 3.49	19%
3.00 and 3.24	19%
2.50 and 2.9	20%
2.00 and 2.49	1%

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 Georgia Southern 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

Georgia Southern University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Georgia Southern University 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, 23% of Georgia Southern University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 16% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Georgia Southern University?

To be competitive with other Georgia Southern University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1010 and 1190 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Georgia Southern University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1190 and 25% of scored lower than 1010, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Georgia Southern University student is 1093.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Georgia Southern University students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Georgia Southern University students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Georgia Southern University?

To be most competitive at Georgia Southern University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Georgia Southern University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Georgia Southern University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

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More Information on Transferring to Georgia Southern University

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

Transfer students can enroll in Georgia Southern University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Georgia Southern University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Georgia Southern University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Georgia Southern University.

Does Georgia Southern University accept transfer credits?

✅ Georgia Southern University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Georgia Southern University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Georgia Southern University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Georgia Southern University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Georgia Southern University?

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

What is Georgia Southern University's acceptance rate?

✅ Georgia Southern University's acceptance rate is 91%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Georgia Southern University?

❌ Georgia Southern University does not offer early decision.

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