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Missouri State University-Springfield Admission Requirements

Springfield, Missouri

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Chances of getting into Missouri State University Springfield

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
94%
Admission Difficulty for Missouri State University Springfield
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Very Low 
How hard is it to get into Missouri State University-Springfield and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at Missouri State University-Springfield is 94%.  It ranks #37 in Missouri for lowest rate of acceptance. Missouri State University Springfield is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 9,128 out of 9,726 applicants were admitted.

The school has moderate admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 54 percent (SAT 1010/1200 ACT 20/26). Missouri State University Springfield typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.73. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 28% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

The Missouri State University-Springfield application fee is $0 and applications are due by Apr 15.

Testing Requirements

You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Missouri State University Springfield is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.

Missouri State University-Springfield SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
1010-1200
Applicants Submitting SAT 
7%
SAT Scores for Missouri State University Springfield
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 510
SAT Math 25th 500
SAT Composite 25th 1010
SAT Scores for Missouri State University Springfield
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 600
SAT Math 75th 600
SAT Composite 75th 1200
Average SAT Score 1110

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Missouri State University Springfield?

Students who get into Missouri State University Springfield score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1010-1200. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 1010 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 910. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1110 out of 1600. Missouri State University-Springfield ranks #19 in Missouri for highest average SAT composite score. 7 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

Missouri State University Springfield admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1200 and Above Good >97%
1105 to 1200 Avg + 94%-97%
1010 to 1105 Avg - 89%-94%
915 to 1010 Reach 81%-89%
Less than 915 Low <81%
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Missouri State University-Springfield ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
20-26 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
81%
ACT Scores for Missouri State University Springfield
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 20
ACT Math 25th 18
ACT Composite 25th 20
ACT Scores for Missouri State University Springfield
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 26
ACT Math 75th 26
ACT Composite 75th 26
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Missouri State University-Springfield?

Missouri State University-Springfield regularly accepts students who score 20 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 49 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 20-26. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 17 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 23 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #14 in Missouri for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 81 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Missouri State University Springfield.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Missouri State University Springfield admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >97%
23 to 26 Avg + 94%-97%
20 to 23 Avg - 89%-94%
17 to 20 Reach 81%-89%
Less than 17 Low <81%
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Missouri State University-Springfield GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.73
Typical High School Grades 
A-

What GPA do you need to get into Missouri State University Springfield?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into Missouri State University-Springfield. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Missouri State University Springfield was 3.73 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #6 in Missouri for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.73 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Missouri State University-Springfield accepts 94% of all applicants.

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High School GPA's for admitted Missouri State University Springfield students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 29.49% Good
3.75 to 3.99 24.97% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 15.6% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 14.22% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 9.57% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 5.05% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.98% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.12% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

High School Class Rank

53% of Missouri State University Springfield freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Missouri State University Springfield students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 23%
Top 25% of class 53%
Top 50% of class 86%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Missouri State University Springfield admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 6,342 3,384 9,726
Accepted 6,012 3,116 9,128
Acceptance Rate 95% 92% 94%
Enrolled 1,603 959 2,562
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 27% 31% 28%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2023 Application Deadline

Applications are Due
Apr 15, 2023
Days left to Apply
20

Applicants have 20 days left until the Fall 2023 term applications are due on Apr 15, 2023.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Missouri State University Springfield is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Missouri State University Springfield Application Requirements
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

High School Credits Accepted at Missouri State University Springfield
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No
Other Colleges to Consider 

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179566 IPEDS survey data for Missouri State University Springfield.

FAQs

Does Missouri State University Springfield prefer SAT or ACT?

7% of students submit their SAT scores to Missouri State University-Springfield. 81% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Missouri State University Springfield?

94% of those who apply are granted admission to Missouri State University-Springfield. 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 Missouri State University Springfield?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1010 and 1200. 7% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Missouri State University Springfield?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 20 and 26. 81% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.