St. Cloud State University Admission Requirements
Saint Cloud, MinnesotaChances of getting into Saint Cloud State University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
86.2%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Moderate | |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
How hard is it to get into St. Cloud State University and can I get accepted? The school has a 86% acceptance rate ranking it #33 in Minnesota for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 4,668 out of 5,415 applicants were admitted making Saint Cloud State University an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance assuming you meet the requirements. Academically, it has moderate requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 65 percent. Saint Cloud State University typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 28% 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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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
960-1240Applicants Submitting SAT
4%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 470 |
| SAT Math 25th | 490 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 960 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 600 |
| SAT Math 75th | 630 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1240 |
| Average SAT Score | 1100 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Saint Cloud State University?
Saint Cloud State University typically requires applicants to be in the top 68 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 960 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 820. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1100 out of 1600. The school ranks #22 in Minnesota for highest average SAT composite score. 4 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.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1240 and Above | Good | >91% |
| 1100 to 1240 | Avg + | 86%-91% |
| 960 to 1100 | Avg - | 78%-86% |
| 820 to 960 | Reach | 68%-78% |
| Less than 820 | Low | <68% |
St. Cloud State University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
18-24Applicants Submitting ACT
92%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 16 |
| ACT Math 25th | 17 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 18 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 23 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 24 |
| Average ACT Score | 21 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into St. Cloud State University?
Admission data indicates that St. Cloud State University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 18 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 62 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 15 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 21 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 24 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #28 in Minnesota for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 92 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Saint Cloud State University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 24 and Above | Good | >91% |
| 21 to 24 | Avg + | 86%-91% |
| 18 to 21 | Avg - | 78%-86% |
| 15 to 18 | Reach | 68%-78% |
| Less than 15 | Low | <68% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.14Typical High School Grades
BYou will need about average high school grades to get into Saint Cloud State University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Saint Cloud State University was 3.14 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #27 in Minnesota for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.14 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as St. Cloud State University accepts 86% of all applicants.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 12% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 14% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 15% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 19% | Avg + |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 32% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 7% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
60% of Saint Cloud State University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 6% |
| Top 25% of class | 24% |
| Top 50% of class | 60% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 40% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 7% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,999 | 2,416 | 5,415 |
| Accepted | 2,637 | 2,031 | 4,668 |
| Acceptance Rate | 88% | 84% | 86% |
| Enrolled | 719 | 574 | 1,293 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 27% | 28% | 28% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Aug 1, 2020Days left to Apply
58Applicants have 58 days left until the Fall 2020 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2020.
Seniors, these are the SAT and ACT test dates you can still sit for a test and send your results to St. Cloud State University before the Aug 1 application deadline.
| SAT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Jun 6 | Jul 15 |
| ACT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Jun 13 | Jun 23 |
| Jul 18 | Jul 28 |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Saint Cloud State University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| 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 | Yes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Saint Cloud State University prefer SAT or ACT?
4% of students submit their SAT scores to St. Cloud State University. 92% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Saint Cloud State University?
86% of those who apply are granted admission to St. Cloud State University. Admission competition is and the college has moderate admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Saint Cloud State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 960 and 1240. 4% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Saint Cloud State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 18 and 24. 92% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
