Measure | Difficulty | |
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Admission Standards | Very Easy | |
Applicant Competition | Low |
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How hard is it to get into San Francisco State and can I get accepted? The school has a 67% acceptance rate ranking it #61 in California for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 23,307 out of 34,629 applicants were admitted making San Francisco State a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has very easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 70 percent. San Francisco State University typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 25th | 470 |
SAT Math 25th | 470 |
SAT Composite 25th | 940 |
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 75th | 580 |
SAT Math 75th | 570 |
SAT Composite 75th | 1150 |
Average SAT Score | 1050 |
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to San Francisco State University?
San Francisco State University typically requires applicants to be in the top 71 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 940 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 830. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1050 out of 1600. The school ranks #58 in California for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 90 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2019 starting classSAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
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1150 and Above | Good | >78% |
1045 to 1150 | Avg + | 67%-78% |
940 to 1045 | Avg - | 54%-67% |
835 to 940 | Reach | 41%-54% |
Less than 835 | Low | <41% |
ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 25th | 16 |
ACT Math 25th | 16 |
ACT Composite 25th | 17 |
ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 75th | 23 |
ACT Math 75th | 22 |
ACT Composite 75th | 23 |
Average ACT Score | 20 |
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into San Francisco State?
Admission data indicates that San Francisco State regularly accepts students with ACT's of 17 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 69 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 14 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 20 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 23 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #59 in California for highest average ACT composite score. 25 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to San Francisco State University.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2019 starting classACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
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23 and Above | Good | >78% |
20 to 23 | Avg + | 67%-78% |
17 to 20 | Avg - | 54%-67% |
14 to 17 | Reach | 41%-54% |
Less than 14 | Low | <41% |
What GPA do you need to get into San Francisco State University?
Applicants need about average high school grades to get into San Francisco State. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at San Francisco State University was 3.2 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #71 in California for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as San Francisco State accepts 67% of students who apply.
High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
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3.75+ | 7% | Good |
3.50 to 3.75 | 16% | Good |
3.25 to 3.50 | 22% | Good |
3.00 to 3.25 | 26% | Avg + |
2.75 to 3.00 | 26% | Avg - |
2.50 to 2.75 | 3% | Reach |
2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
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Women | Men | Total | |
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Applied | 21,230 | 13,399 | 34,629 |
Accepted | 14,256 | 9,051 | 23,307 |
Acceptance Rate | 67% | 68% | 67% |
Enrolled | 2,163 | 1,531 | 3,694 |
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 15% | 17% | 16% |
Applicants have 103 days left until the Fall 2021 term applications are due on May 1, 2021.
What are the requirements for admission to San Francisco State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test Scores | Recommended |
High School GPA | Required |
High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
AP Credit | Yes |
Dual Credit | Yes |
Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=122597 IPEDS survey data for San Francisco State University.
90% of students submit their SAT scores to San Francisco State. 25% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
67% of those who apply are granted admission to San Francisco State. Admission competition is low and the college has very easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 940 and 1150. 90% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 17 and 23. 25% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.