Your chances of getting into University of Georgia
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance Rate
The acceptance rate at Georgia is 42.5%. Its admission rate is the 7th lowest in Georgia and the 178th lowest the nation.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Georgia and can you get accepted?
Georgia is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 16,729 out of the 39,320 who applied were admitted.
University of Georgia typically accepts and attracts "A/A+" average high school students with an average GPA around 4.0. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 37% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
Can you get into Georgia?
43% 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.
Admission Requirements in Brief
To have the best chance of getting into to University of Georgia you should:
- Have a high school GPA of 4.0 or better
- Earn A/A+ grades in high school
- Score 1320 on the SAT
- Score 29 on the ACT
- Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class
Georgia GPA
GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into University of Georgia?
GPA Requirements
The GPA requirements for getting into Georgia are to have around a 4.0 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.
Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Georgia will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.
Average GPA
The average unweighted GPA at Georgia is 4.0 on the 4.0 scale. 76% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A/A+ letter grades and regularly score around 97-100 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #1 in Georgia for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 4.0 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.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022
Georgia SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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Reading 25th Percentile | 620 |
Math 25th Percentile | 600 |
Composite 25th Percentile | 1220 |
SAT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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Reading 75th Percentile | 710 |
Math 75th Percentile | 710 |
Composite 75th Percentile | 1420 |
Average SAT Score | 1320
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to University of Georgia?
Average Score & Range
The average SAT score at Georgia is 1320 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1220-1420. Students who get into University of Georgia score in the top 22 percent of all SAT test takers.. Georgia ranks #3 in the state of Georgia and #161 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
Score for Acceptance
You should target scoring 1320 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Georgia regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1220 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1220, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1120, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 46 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1320 SAT score range.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting classChance 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 1320, you have around a 43% chance of being admitted. A 1420 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 59% chance of getting in.
Georgia ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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Reading 25th Percentile | 32 |
Math 25th Percentile | 27 |
Composite 25th Percentile | 27 |
ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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Reading 75th Percentile | 35 |
Math 75th Percentile | 32 |
Composite 75th Percentile | 32 |
Average ACT Score | 29
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Georgia?
Score Range
The average ACT score for admitted students to Georgia is 29, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 27 and 32. The school ranks #3 in Georgia and #162 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.
Score for Acceptance
For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 29. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 27 and score in the score in the top 15 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.
26 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of Georgia.
Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting classChance of Acceptance by ACT Score
Here are your predicted chances of getting into Georgia for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 29 score has around 43% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 62% with a 32 ACT score.
High School Class Rank
61% of University of Georgia freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.
High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
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Top 10% of class | 61% |
Top 25% of class | 93% |
Top 50% of class | 98% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.
Women | Men | Total | |
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Applied | 23,087 | 16,218 | 39,320 |
Accepted | 10,574 | 6,149 | 16,729 |
Acceptance Rate | 46% | 38% | 43% |
Enrolled | 3,909 | 2,362 | 6,273 |
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 37% | 38% | 37% |
Fall 2024 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 78 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Jan 1, 2025.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Georgia is $70.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of Georgia and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test Scores | Required to be considered for admission |
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 | Required to be considered for admission |
Demonstration of Competencies | Not considered for admission, even if submitted |
Credits Accepted
AP Credit | Yes |
Dual Credit | Yes |
Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Admission Requirements Summary
Because Georgia is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 4.0 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1320 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1420 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 29 on the ACT places you in a strong position.
Other Colleges to Apply To
Students applying to University of Georgia often consider these colleges
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=139959 IPEDS survey data for University of Georgia.
Last updated February 24, 2024
FAQs
Does University of Georgia prefer SAT or ACT?
46% of students submit their SAT scores to Georgia. 26% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of Georgia?
43% of those who apply are granted admission to Georgia. Admission competition is low and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of Georgia?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1220 and 1420. The average SAT score is 1320. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of Georgia?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 27 and 32. The average ACT score is 29. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.