The acceptance rate at Truman State is 72%. It ranks #23 in Missouri for lowest rate of acceptance. Truman State is a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Last year, 2,768 out of 3,839 applicants were admitted.
The school has very high admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 36 percent (SAT 1080/1330 ACT 24/30). Truman State University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.82. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class. 26% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The Truman State application fee is $0 and applications are due by Jun 1.
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Truman State University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 25th | 550 |
SAT Math 25th | 530 |
SAT Composite 25th | 1080 |
SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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SAT Reading 75th | 680 |
SAT Math 75th | 650 |
SAT Composite 75th | 1330 |
Average SAT Score | 1210
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Truman State University?
Truman State University typically prefers applicants to be in the top 45 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1080 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 950. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1210 out of 1600. Truman State ranks #7 in Missouri and #240 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score. 9 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classEngage with counselors on a personal level to demonstrate your interest in their school and get answers to all of your admissions-related questions.
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ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 25th | 23 |
ACT Math 25th | 23 |
ACT Composite 25th | 24 |
ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
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ACT Reading 75th | 33 |
ACT Math 75th | 28 |
ACT Composite 75th | 30 |
Average ACT Score | 27
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What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Truman State?
Admission data indicates that Truman State regularly accepts students with ACT's of 24 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 27 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 21 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 27 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 30 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #4 in Missouri and #183 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 92 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Truman State University.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2020 starting classWhat GPA do you need to get into Truman State University?
Applicants require exceptionally good grades to get into Truman State. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Truman State University was 3.82 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #3 in Missouri for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Truman State accepts 72% of students who apply.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2021
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56.86% of Truman State University freshman were in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class.
High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
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Top 10% of class | 56.86% |
Top 25% of class | 82.27% |
Top 50% of class | 97% |
Women | Men | Total | |
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Applied | 2,258 | 1,581 | 3,839 |
Accepted | 1,669 | 1,099 | 2,768 |
Acceptance Rate | 74% | 70% | 72% |
Enrolled | 438 | 289 | 727 |
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 26% | 26% | 26% |
Applicants have 119 days left until the Fall 2022 term applications are due on Jun 1, 2023.
The cost for prospective students to apply to Truman State University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
What are the requirements for admission to Truman State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test Scores | Required |
High School GPA | Required |
High School Class Rank | Considered but not required |
Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
AP Credit | Yes |
Dual Credit | Yes |
Credit for Life Experiences | No |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=178615 IPEDS survey data for Truman State University.
9% of students submit their SAT scores to Truman State. 92% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
72% of those who apply are granted admission to Truman State. Admission competition is low and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1080 and 1330. 9% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 24 and 30. 92% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.