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Your chances of getting into Southeastern University

Open Admission Policy

Can I get into Southeastern University? Southeastern University is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult Southeastern University directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.

Southeastern University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.48

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Southeastern University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Southeastern University are to have around a 3.48 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 Southeastern University accepts 61% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Southeastern University is 3.48 on the 4.0 scale. 26% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. 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 #27 in Florida for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Southeastern University 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 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 Southeastern University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 26.13% Good
3.75 to 3.99 14.2% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 14.5% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 12.54% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 10.71% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 12.54% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 6.18% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 1.13% Reach
less than 1.00 1.13% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Southeastern University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Southeastern 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 

960-1183

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Southeastern University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 500
Math 25th Percentile 460
Composite 25th Percentile 960
SAT Scores for Southeastern University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 610
Math 75th Percentile 573
Composite 75th Percentile 1183
Average SAT Score 1070

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Southeastern University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Southeastern University is 1070 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 960-1183. Students who get into Southeastern University score in the top 68 percent of all SAT test takers..  Southeastern University ranks #30 in the state of Florida for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1070 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Southeastern University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 960 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 960, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 850, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Southeastern University is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1070 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 1071, you have around a 61% chance of being admitted. A 1183 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 75% chance of getting in.

Southeastern University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1183 and Above Good >75%
1071 to 1183 Avg + 61%-75%
960 to 1071 Avg - 45%-61%
849 to 960 Reach 30%-45%
Less than 849 Low <30%
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Southeastern University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for Southeastern University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 19
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Southeastern University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 26
Math 75th Percentile 24
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Southeastern University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Southeastern University is 22, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 25.  The school ranks #28 in Florida for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 22. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Southeastern University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Southeastern University is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Southeastern University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 22 score has around 61% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 75% with a 25 ACT score.

Southeastern University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >75%
22 to 25 Avg + 61%-75%
19 to 22 Avg - 45%-61%
16 to 19 Reach 30%-45%
Less than 16 Low <30%
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High School Class Rank

60% of Southeastern University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 30% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Southeastern University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 9%
Top 25% of class 30%
Top 50% of class 60%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

May 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

127

Applicants have 127 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on May 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Southeastern University is $40.

Application Requirements

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

Southeastern 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Southeastern University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=137564 IPEDS survey data for Southeastern University.

Last updated February 24, 2024