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Your chances of getting into Southeastern Louisiana University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

99%
Admission Difficulty for Southeastern Louisiana University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Southeastern is 99%.  Its admission rate is the 23rd lowest in Louisiana.

Admission Selectivity

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

Southeastern Louisiana University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 4,837 out of the 4,887 who applied were admitted.

Southeastern Louisiana University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.39. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 49% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Southeastern?

99% 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 Southeastern Louisiana University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.39 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Southeastern GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.39

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Southeastern Louisiana University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Southeastern are to have around a 3.39 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.39 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Southeastern accepts 99% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Southeastern is 3.39 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 #9 in Louisiana for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Southeastern 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 3.4 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 Southeastern Louisiana University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 4.8% Good
3.75 to 3.99 22.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 21.2% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 18.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.7% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 15.1% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 4.8% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.4% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Southeastern SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Southeastern Louisiana University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 95% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Southeastern Louisiana University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Southeastern Louisiana University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Southeastern ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-24 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

95%
ACT Scores for Southeastern Louisiana University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 19
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Southeastern Louisiana University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 23
Composite 75th Percentile 24
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Southeastern?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Southeastern is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 24.  The school ranks #13 in Louisiana for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. 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.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 95 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Southeastern Louisiana University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Southeastern Louisiana 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 Southeastern for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 99% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 99% with a 24 ACT score.

Southeastern Louisiana University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
24 and Above Good >99%
21 to 24 Avg + 99%-99%
19 to 21 Avg - 98%-99%
17 to 19 Reach 97%-98%
Less than 17 Low <97%
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High School Class Rank

73% of Southeastern Louisiana University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 40% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Southeastern Louisiana University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 14.9%
Top 25% of class 39.9%
Top 50% of class 73%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Southeastern Louisiana University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,055 1,832 4,887
Accepted 3,026 1,811 4,837
Acceptance Rate 99% 99% 99%
Enrolled 1,444 923 2,367
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 48% 51% 49%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

233

Applicants have 233 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Southeastern Louisiana University is $20.

Application Requirements

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

Southeastern Louisiana 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Southeastern Louisiana University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=160612 IPEDS survey data for Southeastern Louisiana University.

Last updated February 24, 2024