University of South Alabama: Acceptance Rate and Admissions Statistics

The University of South Alabama is a public research university with an acceptance rate of 79%. Located in Mobile, Alabama, USA is comprised of more than 100 programs within nine colleges. Popular undergraduate majors include health, business, education, and engineering. USA has an 18-to-1 student / faculty ratio and an average class size of 24. Outside of the classroom, students can choose from over 200 clubs and activities ranging from academic honor societies, to recreational sports, to performing arts ensembles. In athletics, the University of South Alabama Jaguars compete in the NCAA Division I Sun Belt Conference. 

Considering applying to University of South Alabama? Here are the admissions statistics you should know, including average SAT/ACT scores and GPAs of admitted students.

Acceptance Rate

During the 2017-18 admissions cycle, the University of South Alabama had an acceptance rate of 79%. This means that for every 100 students who applied, 79 students were admitted, making USA's admissions process somewhat competitive.

SAT Scores and Requirements

The University of South Alabama requires that all applicants submit either SAT or ACT scores. During the 2017-18 admissions cycle, 9% of admitted students submitted SAT scores.

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University of Alabama: Acceptance Rate and Admissions Statistics

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This admissions data tells us that most of University of South Alabama's admitted students fall within the top 35% nationally on the SAT. For the evidence-based reading and writing section, 50% of USA's admitted students scored between 530 and 630, while 25% scored below 530 and 25% scored above 630. On the math section, 50% of admitted students scored between 510 and 610, while 25% scored below 510 and 25% scored above 610. Applicants with a composite SAT score of 1240 or higher will have particularly competitive chances at the University of South Alabama.

Requirements

The University of South Alabama does not require the SAT writing section or SAT Subject tests. Note that USA does not superscore SAT results; your highest composite SAT score will be considered.

ACT Scores and Requirements

The University of South Alabama requires that all applicants submit either SAT or ACT scores. During the 2017-18 admissions cycle, 94% of admitted students submitted ACT scores.

This admissions data tells us that most of University of South Alabama's admitted students fall within the top 42% nationally on the ACT. The middle 50% of students admitted to USA received a composite ACT score between 21 and 27, while 25% scored above 27 and 25% scored below 21.

Requirements

The University of South Alabama does not superscore ACT results; your highest composite ACT score will be considered. The optional ACT writing section is not required by the University of South Alabama.

GPA

In 2018, the average high school GPA of the University of South Alabama's incoming freshmen class was 3.70, and nearly half of incoming students had average GPAs of 3.75 and above. These results suggest that most successful applicants to the University of South Alabama have primarily A grades.

Admissions Chances

The University of South Alabama, which accepts over three-quarters of applicants, has a somewhat selective admissions pool with above average grades and test scores. If your SAT/ACT scores and GPA fall within the school's average range, you have a strong chance of being accepted. The University of South Alabama generally admits applicants with a minimum ACT composite score of 19 or above, a minimum SAT score of 990 or above, and a minimum GPA of 2.5 and above. However, USA also uses a holistic admission approach that considers academic achievement in rigorous coursework. Potential applicants should have a minimum of four years of English; three years of math; three years of natural science (including 2 with lab component), three years of social science, and three years of advanced electives.

Applicants with extenuating circumstances who do not meet USA's admission standards may file an appeal and submit additional information to be considered for admission. The University of South Alabama will consider letters of recommendation, personal essays, and resumes which describe special talents and skills in the appeal process. Students with particularly compelling stories or achievements can still receive serious consideration even if their grades and test scores are outside the University of South Alabama's average range.

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All admissions data has been sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics and University of South Alabama Undergraduate Admissions Office.