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Southern University at Shreveport

Shreveport, LA 2-Year Public
Acceptance Rate62%

Southern University at Shreveport Admissions

Around 62% of applicants get into Southern University at Shreveport each year. Last year, 1,329 students applied to Southern University at Shreveport and 829 were admitted.

If you want to apply to Southern University at Shreveport, the fee for the application is $25.

Southern University at Shreveport Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Southern University at Shreveport 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 2.0
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 10%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 99%
Waitlist No

Southern University at Shreveport Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Southern University at Shreveport.

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

Applying Early to Southern University at Shreveport?


**Southern University at Shreveport does not offer early decision **

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Transferring to Southern University at Shreveport

For more information on transferring to Southern University at Shreveport, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Southern University at Shreveport

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

What Does Southern University at Shreveport 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 choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out. What does Southern University at Shreveport consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

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

Southern University at Shreveport Application Requirements

To apply to Southern University at Shreveport, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Southern University at Shreveport's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Southern University at Shreveport?

Students admitted to Southern University at Shreveport have an average unweighted GPA of 2.0.

Out of all students that were admitted, 75% submitted a class rank. At Southern University at Shreveport 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 30% were in the top 25%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Southern University at Shreveport, 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 Southern University at Shreveport 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

Southern University at Shreveport 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. 99% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to Southern University at Shreveport

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


Southern University at Shreveport Admissions FAQs


Do I have to submit test scores to Southern University at Shreveport?

✅ Southern University at Shreveport is not test optional.

What is Southern University at Shreveport's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Southern University at Shreveport is 62%.

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

❌ Southern University at Shreveport does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About Southern University at Shreveport?

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Southern University at Shreveport Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Unknown

62%

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Southern University at Shreveport Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Southern University at Shreveport is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Southern University at Shreveport is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Southern University at Shreveport SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

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Math SAT Range

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Reading SAT Range

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Southern University at Shreveport GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

2.0

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Southern University at Shreveport, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 2.0. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,651

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

62%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$4,958

Out-of-State

$4,958

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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