Truman State Admission Requirements

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Truman State is 45.1%.  Its admission rate is the 6th lowest in Missouri and the 198th lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Truman State is a more competitive school to get into. You have a good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,213 out of the 4,912 who applied were admitted.

Truman State University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.81. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 32% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Truman State?

45% 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 Truman State University you should:

• Have a high school GPA of 3.81 or better
• Earn A- grades in high school
• Score 1200 on the SAT
• Score 26 on the ACT
• Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

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

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Truman State are to have around a 3.81 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Truman State will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Truman State is 3.81 on the 4.0 scale. 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 #4 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Truman State 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 3.8 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.

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Truman State University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 10% of students submitted SAT scores and 77% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Truman State is 1200 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1070-1330. Students who get into Truman State University score in the top 47 percent of all SAT test takers..  Truman State ranks #9 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1200 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Truman State regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1070 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1070, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 940, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Truman State 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 1200 SAT score range.

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 1200, you have around a 45% chance of being admitted. A 1330 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 61% chance of getting in.

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Truman State is 26, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 23 and 29.  The school ranks #6 in Missouri for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 26. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 23 and score in the score in the top 32 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 20.

Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 77 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Truman State University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Truman 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

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Truman State for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 26 score has around 45% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 61% with a 29 ACT score.

High School Class Rank

55% of Truman State University freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.

Admission Statistics

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

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Credits Accepted

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Truman State is fairly competitive, you have a decent chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.81 GPA, you have a good shot at getting in. An SAT score of 1200 will further improve your application. If you can get a 1330 on the SAT you will have a very good chance on getting in. Additionally a 26 on the ACT places you in a strong position.