Morgan State University

Morgan State University is moderately difficult to get into. Morgan State University admitted 87% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 15,564 applications received in 2023, 13,557 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Morgan State University, the regular decision application deadline is April 15 and the application fee is $45.

Students who apply to Morgan State University for fall should anticipate a decision by June 30.

Morgan State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Morgan State University's admissions stats.

Morgan State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.1
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	7%
Mean SAT Score	964
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	8%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	1%
Waitlist	No

Morgan State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Morgan State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	4 15	June 30

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Considering Applying Early to Morgan State University?

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Morgan State University does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

Some students apply to college early to increase their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it shows that you are very interested in a school.

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

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More on Morgan State University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Morgan State University?

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

In 2022, Morgan State University accepted 87% of all applicants, approximately 13,557 from the 15,564 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Morgan 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 Morgan State University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Morgan State University

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

What Does Morgan State University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 Morgan State University

What does Morgan 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
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

Morgan State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	2	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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

Students admitted to Morgan State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

Out of all students that were admitted, 41% submitted a class rank. At Morgan State University 7% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 19% were in the top 25% and 52% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	6%
3.75 and 3.99	6%
3.50 and 3.74	12%
3.25 and 3.49	12%
3.00 and 3.24	18%
2.50 and 2.9	29%
2.00 and 2.49	15%

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 Morgan 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

Morgan State 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, 8% of Morgan State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 1% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Morgan State University?

To be competitive with other Morgan State University applicants, you should strive to earn between 860 and 1070 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Morgan State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1070 and 25% of scored lower than 860, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Morgan State University student is 964.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Morgan State University students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 410 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Morgan State University students scored 530 or higher, and 75% scored a 410 or higher.

To be most competitive at Morgan State University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 21 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 21 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Morgan State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 21, and three out of four students scored lower than 21 on the ACT.

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

More Information on Transferring to Morgan State University

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is April 15. Applicants should hear back by June 30.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Morgan State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Morgan State University?

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

Does Morgan State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

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

✅ Morgan State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

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

✅ Morgan State University is not test optional.

What is Morgan State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Morgan State University's acceptance rate is 87%.

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

❌ Morgan State University does not offer early decision.

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