University of South Carolina Upstate

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University of South Carolina Upstate Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of South Carolina Upstate's admissions stats.

University of South Carolina Upstate 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	2.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	13%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	43%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	30%
Waitlist	No

University of South Carolina Upstate Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of South Carolina Upstate.

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

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Considering Applying Early to University of South Carolina Upstate?

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

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

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More on University of South Carolina Upstate Admissions

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How Difficult Is It To Get Admitted to University of South Carolina Upstate?

University of South Carolina Upstate is a moderately difficult school to get into.

In 2021, University of South Carolina Upstate accepted 74% of all applicants, about 1,791 from 2,414 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like University of South Carolina Upstate, 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 University of South Carolina Upstate

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of South Carolina Upstate

University of South Carolina Upstate has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of South Carolina Upstate?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling 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 stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of South Carolina Upstate

What does University of South Carolina Upstate 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Interview	Considered

Make sure to check with University of South Carolina Upstate for more information on admission factors.

University of South Carolina Upstate Application Requirements

To apply to University of South Carolina Upstate, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with University of South Carolina Upstate'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)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of South Carolina Upstate?

Students admitted to University of South Carolina Upstate have an average unweighted GPA of 2.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 90% submitted a class rank. At University of South Carolina Upstate 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 39% were in the top 25% and 72% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of South Carolina Upstate, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	1%
3.25 and 3.49	7%
3.00 and 3.24	14%
2.50 and 2.9	44%
2.00 and 2.49	27%

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 University of South Carolina Upstate 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

University of South Carolina Upstate considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

University of South Carolina Upstate 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, 43% of University of South Carolina Upstate's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 30% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of South Carolina Upstate?

To be competitive with other University of South Carolina Upstate applicants, you should strive to score between 930 and 1130 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of South Carolina Upstate 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1130 and 25% of scored lower than 930, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of South Carolina Upstate students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of South Carolina Upstate students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for University of South Carolina Upstate?

To be most competitive at University of South Carolina Upstate, you should strive to earn between 18 and 23 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of South Carolina Upstate's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.

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

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 University of South Carolina Upstate

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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University of South Carolina Upstate Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of South Carolina Upstate?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of South Carolina Upstate.

Does University of South Carolina Upstate accept transfer credits?

✅ University of South Carolina Upstate accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of South Carolina Upstate accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ University of South Carolina Upstate accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of South Carolina Upstate?

❌ No, University of South Carolina Upstate is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is University of South Carolina Upstate's acceptance rate?

✅ University of South Carolina Upstate has an acceptance rate of 74%.

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

🟨 University of South Carolina Upstate 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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