Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
69.5%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus and can I get accepted? The school has a 69% acceptance rate ranking it #8 in Arkansas for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,503 out of 3,604 applicants were admitted making Southern Arkansas University Main Campus a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 56 percent. Southern Arkansas University Main Campus typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 35% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
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Calculate My ChancesSouthern Arkansas University Main Campus SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1030-1210Applicants Submitting SAT
5%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 510 |
| SAT Math 25th | 520 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1030 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 620 |
| SAT Math 75th | 590 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1210 |
| Average SAT Score | 1120 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus typically requires applicants to be in the top 55 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1030 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 940. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1120 out of 1600. The school ranks #11 in Arkansas for highest average SAT composite score. 5 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1210 and Above | Good | >79% |
| 1120 to 1210 | Avg + | 69%-79% |
| 1030 to 1120 | Avg - | 57%-69% |
| 940 to 1030 | Reach | 44%-57% |
| Less than 940 | Low | <44% |
Southern Arkansas University Main Campus ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
19-25Applicants Submitting ACT
95%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 18 |
| ACT Math 25th | 18 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 19 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 25 |
| ACT Math 75th | 24 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 25 |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?
Admission data indicates that Southern Arkansas University Main Campus regularly accepts students with ACT's of 19 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 56 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 25 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #11 in Arkansas for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 95 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 25 and Above | Good | >79% |
| 22 to 25 | Avg + | 69%-79% |
| 19 to 22 | Avg - | 57%-69% |
| 16 to 19 | Reach | 44%-57% |
| Less than 16 | Low | <44% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.1Typical High School Grades
BYou will need about average high school grades to get into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus was 3.1 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #15 in Arkansas for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 69% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 19% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 15% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 13% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 15% | Avg + |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 23% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 13% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | 2% | Reach |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
70% of Southern Arkansas University Main Campus freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 17% |
| Top 25% of class | 41% |
| Top 50% of class | 70% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 30% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 8% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,058 | 1,546 | 3,604 |
| Accepted | 1,430 | 1,073 | 2,503 |
| Acceptance Rate | 69% | 69% | 69% |
| Enrolled | 446 | 424 | 870 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 31% | 40% | 35% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Aug 27, 2020Days left to Apply
255Applicants have 255 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on Aug 27, 2020.
Seniors, these are the SAT and ACT test dates you can still sit for a test and send your results to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus before the Aug 27 application deadline.
| SAT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Mar 14 | Mar 27 |
| May 2 | May 15 |
| Jun 6 | Jul 15 |
| ACT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Feb 8 | Feb 19 |
| Apr 4 | Apr 14 |
| Jun 13 | Jun 23 |
| Jul 18 | Jul 28 |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Recommended |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=107983 IPEDS survey data for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Southern Arkansas University Main Campus prefer SAT or ACT?
5% of students submit their SAT scores to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus. 95% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?
69% of those who apply are granted admission to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus. Admission competition is low and the college has easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1030 and 1210. 5% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 19 and 25. 95% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
