University of Southern Indiana Admission Requirements

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University of Southern Indiana Admission Overview

University of Southern Indiana admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year University of Southern Indiana admitted 95.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.45 GPA (B+) and SAT 1030-1240 / ACT 21-27. University of Southern Indiana 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 Southern Indiana is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Southern Indiana Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

95.8%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The University of Southern Indiana acceptance rate is 95.8%. Last year, 4,409 of 4,602 applicants were admitted. That is the 41st lowest acceptance rate in Indiana.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of Southern Indiana and can you get accepted?

University of Southern Indiana is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of Southern Indiana typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.45. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 30% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Southern Indiana GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.45

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.45

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of Southern Indiana typically have around a 3.45 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. University of Southern Indiana is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #23 in Indiana for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of Southern Indiana SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

1030-1240

Freshmen who sent SAT

39%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 520
Math 510
Composite 1030

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 620
Math 620
Composite 1240

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of Southern Indiana typically score around a 1140 SAT (middle 50% 1030–1240) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 66th percentile nationally. University of Southern Indiana ranks #18 in the state of Indiana for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1030 to 1240

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

University of Southern Indiana 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 1140 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at University of Southern Indiana
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1240+	Above 75th	>98%
1140 to 1240	Avg +	96%-98%
1030 to 1140	Avg -	93%-96%
Below 1030	Below mid-50	<93%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

University of Southern Indiana ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

21-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 20
Math 20
Composite 21

75th Percentile Scores

English 27
Math 26
Composite 27

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of Southern Indiana typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 21–27) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of Southern Indiana places #18 among colleges in Indiana for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to University of Southern Indiana without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at University of Southern Indiana
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
27+	Above 75th	>98%
24 to 27	Avg +	96%-98%
21 to 24	Avg -	93%-96%
Below 21	Below mid-50	<93%

How to read these figures

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.

University of Southern Indiana admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	3,078	1,524	4,602
Accepted	2,967	1,442	4,409
Acceptance Rate	96%	95%	96%
Enrolled	891	430	1,321
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	30%	30%	30%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

University of Southern Indiana application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

349

Applicants have 349 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 15, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of Southern Indiana is $40.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of Southern Indiana
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

University of Southern Indiana is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 95.8% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.45 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1030-1240); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025