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

Your chances of getting into Central State University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

88.8%

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

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Central State University is 88.8%. Its admission rate is the 63rd lowest in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

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

Central 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, 3,388 out of the 3,814 who applied were admitted.

Central State University typically accepts and attracts "B-" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.8. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Central State University?

89% 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 Central State University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 2.8 or better
Earn B- grades in high school
Score 860 on the SAT
Score 16 on the ACT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Central State University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

2.8

Typical High School Grades

B-

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

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Central State University are to have around a 2.8 high school GPA. You can get into Central State University with slightly below average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 2.8 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Central State University accepts 89% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Central State University is 2.8 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B- letter grades and regularly score around 80-82 percent on tests and assignments in high school. The school ranks #83 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Central 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 2.8 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.

High School GPA's for admitted Central State University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	1.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	2.0%	Good
3.50 to 3.74	6.0%	Good
3.25 to 3.49	11.0%	Good
3.00 to 3.24	15.0%	Avg +
2.50 to 2.99	35.0%	Avg -
2.00 to 2.49	30.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Central State University SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Central State University. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

770-950

Applicants Submitting SAT

SAT Scores for Central State University
SAT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	370
Math 25th Percentile	400
Composite 25th Percentile	770

SAT Scores for Central State University
SAT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	480
Math 75th Percentile	470
Composite 75th Percentile	950
Average SAT Score	860

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Central State University is 860 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 770-950. Students who get into Central State University score in the top 93 percent of all SAT test takers.. Central State University ranks #50 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 860 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Central State University regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 770 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 770, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 680, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Central 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 860 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 860, you have around a 89% chance of being admitted. A 950 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

Central State University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
950 and Above	Good	>94%
860 to 950	Avg +	89%-94%
770 to 860	Avg -	81%-89%
680 to 770	Reach	69%-81%
Less than 680	Low	<69%

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Central State University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range

14-18

Applicants Submitting ACT

ACT Scores for Central State University
ACT Test	25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile	12
Math 25th Percentile	14
Composite 25th Percentile	14

ACT Scores for Central State University
ACT Test	75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile	17
Math 75th Percentile	17
Composite 75th Percentile	18
Average ACT Score	16

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

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

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Central State University is 16, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 14 and 18. The school ranks #54 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 16. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 14 and score in the score in the top 87 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 12.

0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Central State University.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Central 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 Central State University for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 16 score has around 89% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 94% with a 18 ACT score.

Central State University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
18 and Above	Good	>94%
16 to 18	Avg +	89%-94%
14 to 16	Avg -	81%-89%
12 to 14	Reach	69%-81%
Less than 12	Low	<69%

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High School Class Rank

57% of Central State University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Central State University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	8%
Top 25% of class	26%
Top 50% of class	57%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Central State University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	2,492	1,190	3,814
Accepted	2,216	1,081	3,388
Acceptance Rate	89%	91%	89%
Enrolled	332	282	614
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	15%	26%	18%

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Central State University is $35.

Application Requirements

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

Central 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	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 Central State University
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Central State 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 2.8 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 860 and ACT of 16 will almost guarantee your admission.