Tuskegee University Admission Requirements
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Tuskegee University Admission Overview
Tuskegee University admission requirements are competitive. Last year Tuskegee University admitted 48.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.1 GPA (B) and SAT 995-1255 / ACT 18-26. Tuskegee University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Tuskegee University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Tuskegee University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Average
Admission difficulty for Tuskegee University
Acceptance Rate
The Tuskegee University acceptance rate is 48.7%. Last year, 5,663 of 11,632 applicants were admitted. That is the 4th lowest acceptance rate in Alabama.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Tuskegee University and can you get accepted?
Tuskegee University is a competitive school to get into, turning away a substantial share of applicants. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
Tuskegee University typically attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.1. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Tuskegee University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.1Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
BAverage GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.1
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Tuskegee University typically have around a 3.1 GPA (B) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Tuskegee University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #19 in Alabama for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.1 GPA range.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Tuskegee University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
995-1255Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
1%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 495
- Math 500
- Composite 995
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 645
- Math 610
- Composite 1255
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Tuskegee University typically score around a 1130 SAT (middle 50% 995–1255) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 64th percentile nationally. Tuskegee University ranks #9 in the state of Alabama for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 995 to 1255
SAT policy
Tuskegee University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1130 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Tuskegee University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
18-26Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
25%25th Percentile Scores
- English 17
- Math 18
- Composite 18
75th Percentile Scores
- English 25
- Math 23
- Composite 26
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Tuskegee University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 18–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Tuskegee University places #9 among colleges in Alabama for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 26
ACT policy
You may apply to Tuskegee University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
60% of Tuskegee University freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 20% are in the top ten percent.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Tuskegee University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Apr 15, 2027Days left to Apply
227Applicants have 227 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Apr 15, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Tuskegee University is $25.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Tuskegee University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 48.7% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.1 GPA (about an B average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (995-1255); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=102377.
GPA calculator: Tuskegee University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026