Bemidji State University - Admission Requirements, SAT, ACT, GPA and chance of acceptance

Your chances of getting into Bemidji State University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

77.5%

Admission Difficulty for Bemidji State University
Measure	Difficulty
Admission Standards		Easy
Applicant Competition		Very Low

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Bemidji State University is 77.5%. Its admission rate is the 21st lowest in Minnesota.

Admission Selectivity

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

Bemidji 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, 2,111 out of the 2,723 who applied were admitted.

Bemidji State University typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.26. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 22% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

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78% 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.

Admission Requirements in Brief

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

Have a high school GPA of 3.26 or better
Earn B grades in high school
Score 21 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Bemidji State University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.26

Typical High School Grades

What GPA do you need to get into Bemidji State University?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Bemidji State University are to have around a 3.26 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.26 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Bemidji State University accepts 78% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Bemidji State University is 3.26 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #28 in Minnesota for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Bemidji 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 3.3 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Bemidji State University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Bemidji State University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 56% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT

SAT Scores for Bemidji State University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	N/A
Math 25th Percentile	N/A
Composite 25th Percentile	N/A

SAT Scores for Bemidji State University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	N/A
Math 75th Percentile	N/A
Composite 75th Percentile	N/A
Average SAT Score	N/A

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Bemidji State University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

19-24

Applicants Submitting ACT

56%

ACT Scores for Bemidji State University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	16
Math 25th Percentile	18
Composite 25th Percentile	19

ACT Scores for Bemidji State University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	22
Math 75th Percentile	24
Composite 75th Percentile	24
Average ACT Score	21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Bemidji State University is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 24. The school ranks #21 in Minnesota for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. 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.

56 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Bemidji State University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Bemidji 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 Bemidji State University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 78% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 88% with a 24 ACT score.

Bemidji State University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
24 and Above	Good	>88%
21 to 24	Avg +	78%-88%
19 to 21	Avg -	68%-78%
17 to 19	Reach	56%-68%
Less than 17	Low	<56%

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High School Class Rank

71% of Bemidji State University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 36% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Bemidji State University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	10%
Top 25% of class	36%
Top 50% of class	71%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Bemidji State University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	1,706	1,009	2,723
Accepted	1,329	778	2,111
Acceptance Rate	78%	77%	78%
Enrolled	256	212	468
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	19%	27%	22%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Bemidji State University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Bemidji 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	Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted