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Middle Georgia State University Admission Requirements

Macon, Georgia

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Your chances of getting into Middle Georgia State University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

99.7%
Admission Difficulty for Middle Georgia State University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Middle Georgia State University is 99.7%.  Its admission rate is the 119th lowest in Georgia.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Middle Georgia State University and can you get accepted?

Middle Georgia State University is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 3,430 out of the 3,440 who applied were admitted.

Middle Georgia State University typically accepts and attracts "B-" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.9. 37% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Middle Georgia State University?

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Middle Georgia State University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 2.9 or better
  • Earn B- grades in high school
  • Score 1030 on the SAT
  • Score 19 on the ACT

Middle Georgia State University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

2.9

Typical High School Grades 

B-

What GPA do you need to get into Middle Georgia State University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Middle Georgia State University are to have around a 2.9 high school GPA. You can get into Middle Georgia State University with slightly below average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 2.9 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Middle Georgia State University accepts 100% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Middle Georgia State University is 2.9 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 #45 in Georgia for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Middle Georgia State 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 2.9 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 Middle Georgia State University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 6.3% Good
3.75 to 3.99 13.9% Good
3.50 to 3.74 11.8% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 10.1% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 13.9% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 27.5% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 16.5% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Middle Georgia State University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Middle Georgia State University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 29% of students submitted SAT scores and 11% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

910-1140

Applicants Submitting SAT 

29%
SAT Scores for Middle Georgia State University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 460
Math 25th Percentile 450
Composite 25th Percentile 910
SAT Scores for Middle Georgia State University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 580
Math 75th Percentile 560
Composite 75th Percentile 1140
Average SAT Score 1030

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Middle Georgia State University?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Middle Georgia State University is 1030 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 910-1140. Students who get into Middle Georgia State University score in the top 76 percent of all SAT test takers..  Middle Georgia State University ranks #38 in the state of Georgia for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1030 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Middle Georgia State University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 910 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 910, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 790, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Middle Georgia State 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 1030 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 1025, you have around a 99% chance of being admitted. A 1140 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 99% chance of getting in.

Middle Georgia State University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1140 and Above Good >99%
1025 to 1140 Avg + 99%-99%
910 to 1025 Avg - 99%-99%
795 to 910 Reach 99%-99%
Less than 795 Low <99%
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Middle Georgia State University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

15-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

11%
ACT Scores for Middle Georgia State University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 13
Math 25th Percentile 15
Composite 25th Percentile 15
ACT Scores for Middle Georgia State University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 22
Math 75th Percentile 22
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 19

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Middle Georgia State University?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Middle Georgia State University is 19, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 15 and 23.  The school ranks #40 in Georgia for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 19. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 15 and score in the score in the top 81 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 11.

11 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Middle Georgia State University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Middle Georgia State 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 Middle Georgia State University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 19 score has around 99% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 99% with a 23 ACT score.

Middle Georgia State University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >99%
19 to 23 Avg + 99%-99%
15 to 19 Avg - 99%-99%
11 to 15 Reach 99%-99%
Less than 11 Low <99%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Middle Georgia State University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,961 1,455 3,440
Accepted 1,957 1,449 3,430
Acceptance Rate 100% 100% 100%
Enrolled 684 597 1,281
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 35% 41% 37%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Middle Georgia State University is $30.

Application Requirements

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

Middle Georgia State 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 Required to be considered for admission
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 Middle Georgia State University
AP Credit
Dual Credit
Credit for Life Experiences

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Middle Georgia State University is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 2.9 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1030 and ACT of 19 will almost guarantee your admission.

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=482158 IPEDS survey data for Middle Georgia State University.

Last updated February 24, 2024