Fort Hays State University Admission Requirements

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Fort Hays State University Admission Overview

Fort Hays State University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Fort Hays State University admitted 90.3% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.45 GPA (B+) and SAT 970-1140 / ACT 18-24. Fort Hays State University 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

Fort Hays State University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fort Hays State University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

90.3%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The Fort Hays State University acceptance rate is 90.3%. Last year, 2,364 of 2,619 applicants were admitted. That is the 17th lowest acceptance rate in Kansas.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Fort Hays State University and can you get accepted?

Fort Hays State University 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.

Fort Hays State University 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. 42% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Fort Hays State University 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 Fort Hays State University 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. Fort Hays State University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #10 in Kansas for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.5 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Fort Hays State University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

970-1140

Freshmen who sent SAT

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 500
Math 470
Composite 970

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 580
Math 560
Composite 1140

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Fort Hays State University typically score around a 1060 SAT (middle 50% 970–1140) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 51st percentile nationally. Fort Hays State University ranks #7 in the state of Kansas for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 970 to 1140

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SAT policy

Fort Hays State University 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 1060 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 Fort Hays State University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1140+	Above 75th	>94%
1060 to 1140	Avg +	90%-94%
970 to 1060	Avg -	83%-90%
Below 970	Below mid-50	<83%

What do these figures mean?

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

Fort Hays State University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

89%

25th Percentile Scores

English 16
Math 16
Composite 18

75th Percentile Scores

English 24
Math 24
Composite 24

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Fort Hays State University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 18–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Fort Hays State University places #5 among colleges in Kansas for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Fort Hays State University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 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 Fort Hays State University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
24+	Above 75th	>94%
21 to 24	Avg +	90%-94%
18 to 21	Avg -	83%-90%
Below 18	Below mid-50	<83%

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.

Fort Hays State University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,715	904	2,619
Accepted	1,513	851	2,364
Acceptance Rate	88%	94%	90%
Enrolled	629	360	989
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	42%	42%	42%

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

Application Requirements

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

Fort Hays State University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Fort Hays State University is $30.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Fort Hays State University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

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

Admission summary

Fort Hays State University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 90.3% 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 (970-1140); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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