USC Beaufort Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into University of South Carolina Beaufort
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
64.5%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Extremely Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into USC Beaufort and can I get accepted? The school has a 64% acceptance rate ranking it #20 in South Carolina for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 1,425 out of 2,211 applicants were admitted making USC Beaufort a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has extremely easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 64 percent. University of South Carolina Beaufort typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 34% 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
1010-1160Applicants Submitting SAT
62%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 520 |
| SAT Math 25th | 490 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1010 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 600 |
| SAT Math 75th | 560 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1160 |
| Average SAT Score | 1090 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to University of South Carolina Beaufort?
University of South Carolina Beaufort typically requires applicants to be in the top 59 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes 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 930. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1090 out of 1600. The school ranks #23 in South Carolina for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 62 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.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1160 and Above | Good | >75% |
| 1085 to 1160 | Avg + | 64%-75% |
| 1010 to 1085 | Avg - | 51%-64% |
| 935 to 1010 | Reach | 38%-51% |
| Less than 935 | Low | <38% |
USC Beaufort ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
17-22Applicants Submitting ACT
58%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 16 |
| ACT Math 25th | 16 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 17 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 22 |
| ACT Math 75th | 21 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 22 |
| Average ACT Score | 19 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into USC Beaufort?
Admission data indicates that USC Beaufort regularly accepts students with ACT's of 17 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 69 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 14 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 20 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 22 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #24 in South Carolina for highest average ACT composite score. 58 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to University of South Carolina Beaufort.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 22 and Above | Good | >77% |
| 19 to 22 | Avg + | 64%-77% |
| 17 to 19 | Avg - | 54%-64% |
| 15 to 17 | Reach | 43%-54% |
| Less than 15 | Low | <43% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.3Typical High School Grades
B+You will need above average high school grades to get into University of South Carolina Beaufort. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at University of South Carolina Beaufort was 3.3 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #21 in South Carolina for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as USC Beaufort accepts 64% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 12% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 26% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 15% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 19% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 22% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 5% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | 1% | Reach |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
63% of University of South Carolina Beaufort 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 | 25% |
| Top 50% of class | 63% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 37% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 10% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 1,582 | 629 | 2,211 |
| Accepted | 1,045 | 380 | 1,425 |
| Acceptance Rate | 66% | 60% | 64% |
| Enrolled | 348 | 139 | 487 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 33% | 37% | 34% |
Fall 2020 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Aug 1, 2020Days left to Apply
231Applicants have 231 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 USC Beaufort before the Aug 1 application deadline.
| SAT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Mar 14 | Mar 27 |
| May 2 | May 15 |
| Jun 6 | Jul 15 |
| ACT Test Date | Scores Available |
|---|---|
| Dec 14 | Dec 24 |
| Feb 8 | Feb 19 |
| Apr 4 | Apr 14 |
| Jun 13 | Jun 23 |
| Jul 18 | Jul 28 |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to University of South Carolina Beaufort and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor 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 |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218654 IPEDS survey data for University of South Carolina Beaufort.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of South Carolina Beaufort prefer SAT or ACT?
62% of students submit their SAT scores to USC Beaufort. 58% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into University of South Carolina Beaufort?
64% of those who apply are granted admission to USC Beaufort. Admission competition is low and the college has extremely easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for University of South Carolina Beaufort?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1010 and 1160. 62% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for University of South Carolina Beaufort?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 17 and 22. 58% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
