Northwestern State University of Louisiana

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Northwestern State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Northwestern State University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	14%
Mean SAT Score	1085
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	3%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	88%
Waitlist	No

Northwestern State University of Louisiana Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Northwestern State University of Louisiana.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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Applying Early to Northwestern State University?

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Northwestern State University of Louisiana may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Northwestern State University directly for more information about early applications.

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

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More on Northwestern State University of Louisiana Admissions

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Transferring to Northwestern State University of Louisiana

For more information on transferring to Northwestern State University of Louisiana, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Northwestern State University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Northwestern 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 are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Northwestern State University

What does Northwestern 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
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

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

Northwestern State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Northwestern State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Northwestern State 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
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Other Requirements	√			college preparatory curriculum
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.35

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GPA and Testing

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

Students admitted to Northwestern State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 89.48% submitted a class rank. At Northwestern State University 14% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 38% were in the top 25% and 71% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Northwestern State University of Louisiana, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	3.73%
3.75 and 3.99	17.65%
3.50 and 3.74	18.43%
3.25 and 3.49	22.08%
3.00 and 3.24	11.2%
2.50 and 2.9	20.76%
2.00 and 2.49	5.6%

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 Northwestern 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

Northwestern State University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Northwestern State University is 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, 3% of Northwestern State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 88% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Northwestern State University?

To be competitive with other Northwestern State University applicants, you should strive to score between 928 and 1095 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Northwestern State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1095 and 25% of scored lower than 928, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Northwestern State University student is 1085.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Northwestern State University students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 477.5 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Northwestern State University students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 477.5 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Northwestern State University?

To be most competitive at Northwestern State University, you should strive to earn between 16 and 22 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 22 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Northwestern State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 22, and three out of four students scored lower than 22 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Northwestern State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

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 Northwestern State University of Louisiana

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Northwestern State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Northwestern State University?

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

Does Northwestern State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

❌ No, Northwestern State University is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to send your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Northwestern State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Northwestern State University is 86%.

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

🟨 Northwestern State University 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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