Delta State University Admission Requirements

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Delta State University Admission Overview

Delta State University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Delta State University admitted 100% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.37 GPA (B+) and SAT 925-1210 / ACT 17-23. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

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

Delta State University requires the SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Delta State University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

100%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The Delta State University acceptance rate is 100%. Last year, 1,231 of 1,231 applicants were admitted. That is the 18th lowest acceptance rate in Mississippi.

Admission Selectivity

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

Delta 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.

Delta State University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.37. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Delta State University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.37

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.37

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Delta State University typically have around a 3.37 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.

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

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Delta State University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	10.27%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	17.11%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	18.63%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	18.25%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	15.21%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	12.93%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	6.08%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	1.52%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Delta State University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

925-1210

Freshmen who sent SAT

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 475
Math 450
Composite 925

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 590
Math 620
Composite 1210

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Delta State University typically score around a 1070 SAT (middle 50% 925–1210) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 53rd percentile nationally. Delta State University ranks #7 in the state of Mississippi for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 925 to 1210

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

You must send SAT or ACT for 2024-25. Confirm current rules on the school's site.

View other colleges which accept students in the 1070 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Delta State University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1210+	Above 75th	>99%
1070 to 1210	Avg +	99%-99%
925 to 1070	Avg -	99%-99%
Below 925	Below mid-50	<99%

What do these figures mean?

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

Delta State University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

17-23

Freshmen reporting ACT

85%

25th Percentile Scores

English 15
Math 16
Composite 17

75th Percentile Scores

English 23
Math 23
Composite 23

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Delta State University typically have around a 20 ACT (mid-50 17–23) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 51st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Delta State University places #10 among colleges in Mississippi for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 23

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

ACT or SAT is required for 2024-25. Check the school's site for current rules.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 20.0 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Delta State University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
23+	Above 75th	>99%
20 to 23	Avg +	99%-99%
17 to 20	Avg -	99%-99%
Below 17	Below mid-50	<99%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

72% of Delta State University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 34% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Delta State University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	14%
Top 25% of class	34%
Top 50% of class	72%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Estimate How You Compare

See how your GPA and SAT or ACT compare with last year's enrolled class. This is not a personal probability of admission.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Delta State University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	747	484	1,231
Accepted	747	484	1,231
Acceptance Rate	100%	100%	100%
Enrolled	94	123	217
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	13%	25%	18%

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

Application Requirements

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

Delta State University application requirements
Requirement	Used for Admission
Test Scores	Required to be considered for admission
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	Required to be considered for admission
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 Delta State University is $25.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Delta 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

Delta State University is test-required for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 100% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.37 GPA (about an B+ average). Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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