University of Southern Indiana

If you want to apply to USI, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 15 and the application fee is $40.

USI Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of USI's admissions stats.

USI 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	14%
Mean SAT Score	1080
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	84%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	41%
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	––	––

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Want to Apply Early to USI?

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USI does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Find 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 University of Southern Indiana Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to USI?

Getting into USI is moderately difficult. USI evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, USI accepted 93% of all applicants, approximately 4,306 of the 4,614 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like USI, 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 Southern Indiana

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to USI

USI has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into USI?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at USI

Wondering what factors are considered by USI 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
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Considered

Make sure to check with USI for more information on admission factors.

USI Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		2.5
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 USI?

Students admitted to USI have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 61% submitted a class rank. At USI 14% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 24% were in the top 25% and 74% 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	––
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 USI 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

USI looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

USI 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.

In 2021, 84% of USI'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 USI?

To be competitive with other USI applicants, you should strive to score between 990 and 1170 (or higher!) on the SAT. At USI 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1170 and 25% of scored lower than 990, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a USI student is 1080.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of USI students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of USI students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for USI?

To be most competitive at USI, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for USI's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for USI students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

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 Southern Indiana

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to USI.

Transfer students can enroll in USI during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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USI Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to USI?

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

Does USI accept transfer credits?

✅ USI accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. USI accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Excelsior College Examinations

Does USI accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ USI accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to USI?

✅ USI is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is USI's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for USI is 93%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at USI?

❌ USI does not offer early decision.

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