University of South Alabama Admission Requirements
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University of South Alabama Admission Overview
University of South Alabama admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year University of South Alabama admitted 71% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.69 GPA (A-) and SAT 970-1190 / ACT 20-26. University of South Alabama 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
University of South Alabama is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
University of South Alabama 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.
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Admission difficulty for University of South Alabama
Acceptance Rate
The University of South Alabama acceptance rate is 71%. Last year, 9,212 of 12,982 applicants were admitted. That is the 11th lowest acceptance rate in Alabama.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into University of South Alabama and can you get accepted?
University of South Alabama is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.
University of South Alabama typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.69. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
University of South Alabama GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.69Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.69
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at University of South Alabama typically have around a 3.69 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. University of South Alabama is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
30% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #6 in Alabama for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.7 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
University of South Alabama SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
970-1190Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
6%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 500
- Math 470
- Composite 970
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 610
- Math 580
- Composite 1190
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at University of South Alabama typically score around a 1080 SAT (middle 50% 970–1190) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 55th percentile nationally. University of South Alabama ranks #13 in the state of Alabama for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 970 to 1190
SAT policy
University of South Alabama 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 1080 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
University of South Alabama 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.
20-26Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
84%25th Percentile Scores
- English 19
- Math 17
- Composite 20
75th Percentile Scores
- English 26
- Math 25
- Composite 26
Average ACT
Incoming testers at University of South Alabama typically have around a 23 ACT (mid-50 20–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 68th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of South Alabama places #6 among colleges in Alabama for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 26
ACT policy
You may apply to University of South Alabama without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 23.0 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
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 University of South Alabama 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
Jul 15, 2027Days left to Apply
318Applicants have 318 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jul 15, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to University of South Alabama is $35.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
University of South Alabama is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 71% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.69 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (970-1190); 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=102094.
GPA calculator: University of South Alabama GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026