Utah State University Admission Requirements
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Utah State University Admission Overview
Utah State University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Utah State University admitted 92.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.63 GPA (A-) and SAT 1070-1290 / ACT 20-28. Utah State University is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Utah State University is test-optional for 2026-27. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Utah State University Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for Utah State University
Acceptance Rate
The Utah State University acceptance rate is 92.5%. Last year, 19,299 of 20,871 applicants were admitted. That is the 7th lowest acceptance rate in Utah.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Utah State University and can you get accepted?
Utah 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.
Utah State University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.63. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 24% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Utah State University GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.63Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A-Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.63
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Utah State University typically have around a 3.63 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Utah State University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
The school ranks #3 in Utah for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Utah State University Test Policy
Test Submission Requirements
Utah State University is test-optional for first-year admission in the 2026-27 cycle. First-year applicants are reviewed on high school GPA, and ACT or SAT scores are considered if you submit them. Students with a 2.8 or higher GPA are admitted in good standing without tests; applicants below 2.8 may still qualify in good standing with a qualifying GPA and test combination. Official scores must come from ACT or the College Board or appear on an official transcript. USU uses the highest ACT composite from a single test date, does not require ACT Science, and still recommends scores for academic scholarships.
Cycle: 2026-27. Source: https://www.usu.edu/admissions/apply/test-optional
Utah State University SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1070-1290Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
13%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 540
- Math 530
- Composite 1070
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 650
- Math 640
- Composite 1290
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Utah State University typically score around a 1180 SAT (middle 50% 1070–1290) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 73rd percentile nationally. Utah State University ranks #4 in the state of Utah for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1070 to 1290
SAT policy
Utah State University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1180 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. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Utah State University ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
20-28Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
72%25th Percentile Scores
- English 19
- Math 18
- Composite 20
75th Percentile Scores
- English 28
- Math 27
- Composite 28
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Utah State University typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 20–28) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Utah State University places #4 among colleges in Utah for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 28
ACT policy
You may apply to Utah State University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 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. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
79% of Utah State University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 49% are in the top quarter.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Utah State University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Test scores: school admissions site, 2026-27. Other fields: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Utah State University is $50.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Utah State University is test-optional for 2026-27. Last year it admitted 92.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.63 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1070-1290); otherwise withhold. 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=230728.
GPA calculator: Utah State University GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026