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Salisbury, Maryland

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Your chances of getting into Salisbury University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

91.1%
Admission Difficulty for Salisbury University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Challenging 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Salisbury is 91.1%.  Its admission rate is the 27th lowest in Maryland.

Admission Selectivity

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

Salisbury 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, 7,383 out of the 8,108 who applied were admitted.

Salisbury University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.73. 19% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Salisbury?

91% 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 Salisbury University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.73 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1250 on the SAT
  • Score 24 on the ACT

Salisbury GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.73

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Salisbury University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Salisbury are to have around a 3.73 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.73 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Salisbury accepts 91% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Salisbury is 3.73 on the 4.0 scale. 33% 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 A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #6 in Maryland for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Salisbury 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 3.7 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 Salisbury University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 33.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 17.7% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 15.4% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 18.7% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 11.4% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 3.6% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 0.1% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.1% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Salisbury SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Salisbury University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 16% of students submitted SAT scores and 2% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1180-1320

Applicants Submitting SAT 

16%
SAT Scores for Salisbury University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 600
Math 25th Percentile 580
Composite 25th Percentile 1180
SAT Scores for Salisbury University
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 660
Math 75th Percentile 660
Composite 75th Percentile 1320
Average SAT Score 1250

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Salisbury is 1250 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1180-1320. Students who get into Salisbury University score in the top 27 percent of all SAT test takers..  Salisbury ranks #8 in the state of Maryland for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1250 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Salisbury regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1180 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1180, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1110, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Salisbury 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 1250 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 1250, you have around a 91% chance of being admitted. A 1320 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 95% chance of getting in.

Salisbury University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1320 and Above Good >95%
1250 to 1320 Avg + 91%-95%
1180 to 1250 Avg - 84%-91%
1110 to 1180 Reach 74%-84%
Less than 1110 Low <74%
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Salisbury ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

22-27 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

2%
ACT Scores for Salisbury University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 21
Math 25th Percentile 20
Composite 25th Percentile 22
ACT Scores for Salisbury University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 27
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 27
Average ACT Score 24

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Salisbury?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Salisbury is 24, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 22 and 27.  The school ranks #10 in Maryland for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 24. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 22 and score in the score in the top 37 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

2 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Salisbury University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Salisbury 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 Salisbury for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 24 score has around 91% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 96% with a 27 ACT score.

Salisbury University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
27 and Above Good >96%
24 to 27 Avg + 91%-96%
22 to 24 Avg - 86%-91%
20 to 22 Reach 78%-86%
Less than 20 Low <78%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Salisbury University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 4,741 3,367 8,108
Accepted 4,374 3,009 7,383
Acceptance Rate 92% 89% 91%
Enrolled 756 626 1,382
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 21% 19%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2025 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jan 15, 2025

Days left to Apply

21

Applicants have 21 days left until the Fall 2025 term applications are due on Jan 15, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Salisbury University is $50.

Application Requirements

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

Salisbury 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 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 Salisbury University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Salisbury 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 3.73 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1250 and ACT of 24 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=163851 IPEDS survey data for Salisbury University.

Last updated February 24, 2024