University of South Carolina-Sumter Admission Requirements

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University of South Carolina-Sumter Admission Overview

University of South Carolina-Sumter admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year University of South Carolina-Sumter admitted 74.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.19 GPA (B+). University of South Carolina-Sumter is test-free. SAT and ACT are not used for admission. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

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

University of South Carolina-Sumter Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

74.1%

Admission Standards

Unavailable

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Admission difficulty for University of South Carolina Sumter

Acceptance Rate

The University of South Carolina-Sumter acceptance rate is 74.1%. Last year, 531 of 717 applicants were admitted. That is the 17th lowest acceptance rate in South Carolina.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into University of South Carolina-Sumter and can you get accepted?

University of South Carolina-Sumter is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

University of South Carolina Sumter typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.19. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. Of those admitted, 54% enrolled. That suggests University of South Carolina-Sumter is a top choice for many students who are offered a place.

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

University of South Carolina-Sumter GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.19

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.19

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at University of South Carolina-Sumter typically have around a 3.19 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. University of South Carolina-Sumter is test-free, so GPA is the main academic number in the file.

The school ranks #29 in South Carolina for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

University of South Carolina-Sumter SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

895-1120

Freshmen who sent SAT

30%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 470
  • Math 425
  • Composite 895
SAT 25th percentile scores for University of South Carolina Sumter

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 580
  • Math 540
  • Composite 1120
SAT 75th percentile scores for University of South Carolina Sumter

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at University of South Carolina-Sumter typically score around a 1010 SAT (middle 50% 895–1120) out of 1600. These figures are from the last year SAT scores were reported, not a cutoff. SAT is not used for admission, even if you send it. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 41st percentile nationally. University of South Carolina-Sumter ranks #23 in the state of South Carolina for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 895 to 1120

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SAT scores are from the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used for admission.

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

University of South Carolina-Sumter ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

16-20

Freshmen reporting ACT

55%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 12
  • Math 15
  • Composite 16
ACT 25th percentile scores for University of South Carolina Sumter

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 18
  • Composite 20
ACT 75th percentile scores for University of South Carolina Sumter

Average ACT

Incoming testers at University of South Carolina-Sumter typically have around a 18 ACT (mid-50 16–20) on the 36 scale. These numbers come from the last year ACT scores were reported, not a minimum for admission. ACT is not considered, even if you submit it. That average sits near the 38th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. University of South Carolina-Sumter places #26 among colleges in South Carolina for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 16 to 20

1 9 18 27 36

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ACT figures reflect the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used in admission.

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

Estimate How You Compare

Compare your GPA with last year's enrolled class and this school's acceptance rate. SAT and ACT are not used.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

University of South Carolina Sumter admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 416 301 717
Accepted 292 239 531
Acceptance Rate 70% 79% 74%
Enrolled 146 141 287
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 50% 59% 54%

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

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of South Carolina Sumter and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of South Carolina Sumter application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 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

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 8, 2027

Days left to Apply

342

Applicants have 342 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 8, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of South Carolina Sumter is $40.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of South Carolina Sumter
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

University of South Carolina-Sumter is test-free for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 74.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.19 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

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=218690.

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Last updated: August 2026