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Your chances of getting into Plymouth State University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

97.5%
Admission Difficulty for Plymouth State University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Unavailable 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Plymouth is 97.5%.  Its admission rate is the 12th lowest in New Hampshire.

Admission Selectivity

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

Plymouth 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, 5,772 out of the 5,917 who applied were admitted.

Plymouth State University typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.08. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the lower half of their high school class. 15% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Plymouth?

98% 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 Plymouth State University you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.08 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school

Plymouth GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.08

Typical High School Grades 

B

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

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Plymouth are to have around a 3.08 high school GPA. You need about average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.08 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Plymouth accepts 98% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Plymouth is 3.08 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 #9 in New Hampshire for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Plymouth 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 3.1 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 Plymouth State University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 3.96% Good
3.75 to 3.99 4.6% Good
3.50 to 3.74 9.53% Good
3.25 to 3.49 16.06% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 16.92% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 27.41% Avg -
2.00 to 2.49 17.77% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 3.64% Reach
less than 1.00 3.64% Reach

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Plymouth SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required by Plymouth State University. The school has a test blind policy.

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

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SAT Scores for Plymouth 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 Plymouth 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

Plymouth ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

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ACT Scores for Plymouth State University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for Plymouth State University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

High School Class Rank

53% of Plymouth State University freshman are in the lower half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Plymouth State University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 4%
Top 25% of class 17%
Top 50% of class 47%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Plymouth State University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,205 2,712 5,917
Accepted 3,138 2,634 5,772
Acceptance Rate 98% 97% 98%
Enrolled 437 433 870
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% 16% 15%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Apr 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

131

Applicants have 131 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Apr 1, 2025.

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Plymouth State University Application Requirements
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Plymouth State University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Plymouth State University often consider these colleges

Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=183080 IPEDS survey data for Plymouth State University.

Last updated February 24, 2024