University of Southern Indiana

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Southern Indiana. The university admitted 94% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 4,277 applications received in 2023, 4,039 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to University of Southern Indiana, the regular decision application deadline is August 15 and the application fee is $40.

University of Southern Indiana Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

University of Southern Indiana 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16.67%
Mean SAT Score	1080
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	82%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	31%
Waitlist	No

University of Southern Indiana Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Southern Indiana.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 15	–

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Applying Early to University of Southern Indiana?

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University of Southern Indiana does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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More on University of Southern Indiana Admissions

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Transferring to University of Southern Indiana

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

For Students Waitlisted to University of Southern Indiana

University of Southern Indiana has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does University of Southern Indiana Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at University of Southern Indiana

What does University of Southern Indiana 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

Make sure to check with University of Southern Indiana for more information on admission factors.

University of Southern Indiana 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	2.5	–	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
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 Southern Indiana?

Students admitted to University of Southern Indiana have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 32.35% submitted a class rank. At University of Southern Indiana 16.67% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 37.69% were in the top 25% and 73.08% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Southern Indiana, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	16.79%
3.75 and 3.99	20.44%
3.50 and 3.74	18.17%
3.25 and 3.49	15%
3.00 and 3.24	11.92%
2.50 and 2.9	15.41%
2.00 and 2.49	2.27%

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 Southern Indiana directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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 Southern Indiana is not 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, 82% of University of Southern Indiana's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 31% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Southern Indiana?

To be competitive with other University of Southern Indiana applicants, you should aim to score between 1040 and 1230 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Southern Indiana 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1230 and 25% of scored lower than 1040, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Southern Indiana student is 1080.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Southern Indiana students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 510 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Southern Indiana students scored 620 or higher, and 75% scored a 510 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Southern Indiana, you should strive to earn between 21 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Southern Indiana's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Southern Indiana students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to University of Southern Indiana

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Southern Indiana.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Southern Indiana during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of Southern Indiana Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of Southern Indiana?

❌ Students who are admitted to University of Southern Indiana must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does University of Southern Indiana accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Southern Indiana accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Southern Indiana accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Does University of Southern Indiana accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Southern Indiana accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Southern Indiana?

✅ University of Southern Indiana is not test optional.

What is University of Southern Indiana's acceptance rate?

✅ University of Southern Indiana has an acceptance rate of 94%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Southern Indiana?

❌ University of Southern Indiana does not offer early decision.

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