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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

63.6%
Admission Difficulty for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is 63.6%.  Its admission rate is the 10th lowest in Arkansas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus and can you get accepted?

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,855 out of the 2,916 who applied were admitted.

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.46. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 38% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?

64% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.46 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1050 on the SAT
  • Score 20 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.46

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus are to have around a 3.46 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Southern Arkansas University Main Campus accepts 64% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is 3.46 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #8 in Arkansas for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Southern Arkansas University Main Campus students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 14.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 22.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 17.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 12.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 3.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

905-1190

Applicants Submitting SAT 

8%
SAT Scores for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 460
Math 25th Percentile 445
Composite 25th Percentile 905
SAT Scores for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 595
Math 75th Percentile 595
Composite 75th Percentile 1190
Average SAT Score 1050

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is 1050 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 905-1190. Students who get into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus score in the top 100 percent of all SAT test takers..  Southern Arkansas University Main Campus ranks #12 in the state of Arkansas for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1050 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Southern Arkansas University Main Campus regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 905 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 905, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 760, but scores this low are outside the normal range. 8 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1050 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1047, you have around a 64% chance of being admitted. A 1190 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 77% chance of getting in.

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1190 and Above Good >77%
1047 to 1190 Avg + 64%-77%
905 to 1047 Avg - 48%-64%
763 to 905 Reach 33%-48%
Less than 763 Low <33%
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Southern Arkansas University Main Campus ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-24 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

99%
ACT Scores for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 16
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 23
Composite 75th Percentile 24
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 24.  The school ranks #14 in Arkansas for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 99 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Southern Arkansas University Main Campus for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 64% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 24 ACT score.

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
24 and Above Good >79%
20 to 24 Avg + 64%-79%
17 to 20 Avg - 51%-64%
14 to 17 Reach 37%-51%
Less than 14 Low <37%
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High School Class Rank

74% of Southern Arkansas University Main Campus freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 42% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Southern Arkansas University Main Campus students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 17%
Top 25% of class 42%
Top 50% of class 74%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,789 1,108 2,916
Accepted 1,129 712 1,855
Acceptance Rate 63% 64% 64%
Enrolled 387 315 707
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 34% 44% 38%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 27, 2025

Days left to Apply

291

Applicants have 291 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 27, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Southern Arkansas University Main Campus and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Southern Arkansas University Main Campus Application Requirements
Test Scores Required to be considered for admission
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Southern Arkansas University Main Campus
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Southern Arkansas University Main Campus is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.46 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1050 on the SAT and 20 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=107983 IPEDS survey data for Southern Arkansas University Main Campus.

Last updated February 24, 2024