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Georgia State Admission Requirements

Atlanta, Georgia

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Your chances of getting into Georgia State University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

66.8%
Admission Difficulty for Georgia State University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Georgia State is 66.8%.  Its admission rate is the 26th lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Georgia State and can you get accepted?

Georgia State is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 17,396 out of the 26,050 who applied were admitted.

Georgia State University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.54. 31% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Georgia State?

67% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Georgia State University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.54 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1140 on the SAT
  • Score 22 on the ACT

Georgia State GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.54

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Georgia State University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Georgia State are to have around a 3.54 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Georgia State accepts 67% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Georgia State is 3.54 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #11 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Georgia State is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Georgia State University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 14.05% Good
3.75 to 3.99 21.38% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 23.9% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.78% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 15.29% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 7.41% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.19% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Georgia State SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Georgia State University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 59% of students submitted SAT scores and 20% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1020-1250

Applicants Submitting SAT 

59%
SAT Scores for Georgia State University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 520
Math 25th Percentile 500
Composite 25th Percentile 1020
SAT Scores for Georgia State University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 630
Math 75th Percentile 620
Composite 75th Percentile 1250
Average SAT Score 1140

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Georgia State University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Georgia State is 1140 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1020-1250. Students who get into Georgia State University score in the top 57 percent of all SAT test takers..  Georgia State ranks #14 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1140 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Georgia State regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1020 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1020, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 900, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Georgia State University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1140 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1135, you have around a 67% chance of being admitted. A 1250 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Georgia State University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1250 and Above Good >79%
1135 to 1250 Avg + 67%-79%
1020 to 1135 Avg - 52%-67%
905 to 1020 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 905 Low <36%
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Georgia State ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-26 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

20%
ACT Scores for Georgia State University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Georgia State University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 25
Composite 75th Percentile 26
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Georgia State?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Georgia State is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 26.  The school ranks #16 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

20 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Georgia State University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Georgia State University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Georgia State for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 67% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 81% with a 26 ACT score.

Georgia State University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >81%
22 to 26 Avg + 67%-81%
19 to 22 Avg - 54%-67%
16 to 19 Reach 40%-54%
Less than 16 Low <40%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Georgia State University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 16,725 9,325 26,050
Accepted 11,028 6,368 17,396
Acceptance Rate 66% 68% 67%
Enrolled 3,065 2,414 5,479
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 28% 38% 31%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Apr 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

112

Applicants have 112 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Apr 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Georgia State University is $60.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Georgia State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Georgia State University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Georgia State University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Georgia State is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.54 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1140 on the SAT and 22 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Georgia State University often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=139940 IPEDS survey data for Georgia State University.

Last updated February 24, 2024