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Your chances of getting into San Francisco Bay University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

69.4%
Admission Difficulty for San Francisco Bay University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at SFBU is 69.4%.  Its admission rate is the 50th lowest in California.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into SFBU and can you get accepted?

SFBU is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 109 out of the 157 who applied were admitted.

San Francisco Bay University typically accepts and attracts "B-" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.72. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into SFBU?

69% 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 San Francisco Bay University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 2.72 or better
  • Earn B- grades in high school

SFBU GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

2.72

Typical High School Grades 

B-

What GPA do you need to get into San Francisco Bay University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into SFBU are to have around a 2.72 high school GPA. You can get into SFBU with below average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as SFBU accepts 69% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at SFBU is 2.72 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B- letter grades and regularly score around 80-82 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #92 in California for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since SFBU is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 2.7 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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SFBU SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to San Francisco Bay University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

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SAT Scores for San Francisco Bay University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
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Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for San Francisco Bay University
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

SFBU ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

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ACT Scores for San Francisco Bay University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for San Francisco Bay University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

San Francisco Bay University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 39 118 157
Accepted 28 81 109
Acceptance Rate 72% 69% 69%
Enrolled 5 12 17
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 18% 15% 16%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 5, 2025

Days left to Apply

256

Applicants have 256 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 5, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to San Francisco Bay University is $100.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to San Francisco Bay University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

San Francisco Bay University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at San Francisco Bay University
AP Credit
Dual Credit
Credit for Life Experiences

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=120166 IPEDS survey data for San Francisco Bay University.

Last updated February 24, 2024