Chances of getting into Cleveland State University
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into Cleveland State and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at Cleveland State is 91%. It ranks #64 in Ohio for lowest rate of acceptance. Cleveland State University is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 10,504 out of 11,506 applicants were admitted.
The school has moderate admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 70 percent (SAT 900/1170 ACT 18/28). Cleveland State University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.31. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The Cleveland State application fee is $40 and applications are due by May 15.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Cleveland State University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
Cleveland State SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 450 |
| SAT Math 25th | 450 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 900 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 590 |
| SAT Math 75th | 580 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1170 |
| Average SAT Score | 1040
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Cleveland State University?
Students who get into Cleveland State University score in the top 78 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 900-1170. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 900 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 760. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1040 out of 1600. Cleveland State ranks #40 in Ohio for highest average SAT composite score. 23 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
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Cleveland State ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 18 |
| ACT Math 25th | 17 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 18 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 27 |
| ACT Math 75th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 28 |
| Average ACT Score | 23
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Cleveland State?
Cleveland State regularly accepts students who score 18 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 62 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 18-28. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 13 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 28 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #19 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score. 50 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Cleveland State University.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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Cleveland State GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into Cleveland State University?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into Cleveland State. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Cleveland State University was 3.31 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #50 in Ohio for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.31 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Cleveland State accepts 91% of all applicants.
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*This school has not released high school GPA data for its incoming freshmen. In these cases, CollegeSimply employs an artificial intelligence (AI) process to predict GPA based on this school's test scores and a large sample of other colleges' data. 3.31 is an estimate of the school's average incoming freshman GPA.
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 7,236 | 4,250 | 11,506 |
| Accepted | 6,622 | 3,882 | 10,504 |
| Acceptance Rate | 92% | 91% | 91% |
| Enrolled | 1,046 | 823 | 1,869 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 16% | 21% | 18% |
Fall 2023 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 51 days left until the Fall 2023 term applications are due on May 15, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Cleveland State University is $40.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Cleveland State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| 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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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=202134 IPEDS survey data for Cleveland State University.
FAQs
Does Cleveland State University prefer SAT or ACT?
23% of students submit their SAT scores to Cleveland State. 50% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Cleveland State University?
91% of those who apply are granted admission to Cleveland State. 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 Cleveland State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 900 and 1170. 23% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Cleveland State University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 18 and 28. 50% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.