The University of the South

It is very difficult to get into The University of the South. The University of the South admitted 52% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 4,578 applications received in 2023, 2,395 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to The University of the South, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 2/1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to The University of the South for fall should anticipate a decision by March 15.

The University of the South Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of The University of the South's admissions stats.

The University of the South 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	32%
Mean SAT Score	1277
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	24%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	41%
Waitlist	Yes

The University of the South Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for The University of the South.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 15	December 15
Early Decision II	Yes	January 15	January 30
Early Action	Yes	December 1	January 30
Regular Decision	Yes	2 1	March 15

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Want to Apply Early to The University of the South?

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The University of the South offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 15 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 15.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due January 15. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before January 30.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. The University of the South will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 30.

The early decision acceptance rate at The University of the South is 60%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 52%.

The University of the South accepts around 79% of early action applicants and 52% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2022, The University of the South admitted 121 of the 202 students who applied early decision. Last year, The University of the South admitted 1,637 of the 2,68 who applied early action.

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

➡️ See 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 The University of the South Admissions

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Transferring to The University of the South

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

For Students Waitlisted to The University of the South

In 2022, The University of the South waitlisted 321 students and 148 accepted a place on the waitlist. Of those, 10 eventually got off the waitlist.

What's Most Important for Getting Into The University of the South?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at The University of the South

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

Make sure to check with The University of the South for more information on admission factors.

The University of the South Application Requirements

To apply to The University of the South, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with The University of the South's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2	–	–	–
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 The University of the South?

The University of the South has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 35.8% submitted a class rank. At The University of the South 32% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 66% were in the top 25% and 91% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At The University of the South, 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 The University of the South 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

The University of the South has 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, 24% of The University of the South's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 41% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for The University of the South?

To be competitive with other The University of the South applicants, you should strive to score between 1190 and 1358 (or higher!) on the SAT. At The University of the South 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1358 and 25% of scored lower than 1190, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a The University of the South student is 1277.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of The University of the South students scored 668 or higher and 75% of students scored 620 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of The University of the South students scored 708 or higher, and 75% scored a 620 or higher.

To be most competitive at The University of the South, you should strive to earn between 26 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for The University of the South's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 26 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for The University of the South students. Only one out of every four students scored below 26.

More Information on Transferring to The University of the South

For transfer students, it is very difficult to get admitted to The University of the South.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1.

Transfer students can enroll in The University of the South during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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The University of the South Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to The University of the South?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The University of the South.

Does The University of the South accept transfer credits?

✅ The University of the South accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does The University of the South accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ The University of the South accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to The University of the South?

❌ No, The University of the South is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to submit your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is The University of the South's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for The University of the South is 52%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at The University of the South?

✅ The University of the South's early decision acceptance rate was 60% in 2021.

What is the early action acceptance rate at The University of the South?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at The University of the South was 79% in 2021.

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