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Sul Ross State University

Alpine, TX 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate100%
Acceptance Rate100%

Sul Ross State University Admissions

If you are planning on applying to Sul Ross State University, the fee for the application is $25.

Sul Ross State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Sul Ross State University's admissions stats.

Sul Ross State University 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 4.86%
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 22%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 14%
Waitlist No

Sul Ross State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Sul Ross State University.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––

Considering Applying Early to Sul Ross State University?


Sul Ross State University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Sul Ross State University

Transfer student admissions is not competitive.

For Students Waitlisted to Sul Ross State University

Sul Ross State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Sul Ross State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Sul Ross State University

What does Sul Ross State University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Class Rank Very Important
Academic GPA Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Important
Standardized Test Scores Important
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Talent/Ability Considered

Make sure to check with Sul Ross State University for more information on admission factors.

Sul Ross State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Sul Ross State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Sul Ross State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Interview
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Sul Ross State University?

Students admitted to Sul Ross State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 95% submitted a class rank. At Sul Ross State University 4.86% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 19.46% were in the top 25% and 49.19% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Sul Ross State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 9.42%
3.75 and 3.99 12.04%
3.50 and 3.74 18.85%
3.25 and 3.49 21.99%
3.00 and 3.24 14.14%
2.50 and 2.9 17.28%
2.00 and 2.49 5.24%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Sul Ross State University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Sul Ross State University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Sul Ross State University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 22% of Sul Ross State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 14% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Sul Ross State University?

To be competitive with other Sul Ross State University applicants, you should strive to score between 887 and 1050 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Sul Ross State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1050 and 25% of scored lower than 887, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Sul Ross State University students scored 530 or higher and 75% of students scored 465 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Sul Ross State University students scored 520 or higher, and 75% scored a 465 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Sul Ross State University?

To be most competitive at Sul Ross State University, you should strive to earn between 14 and 17 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 17 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Sul Ross State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 17, and three out of four students scored lower than 17 on the ACT.

A 14 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Sul Ross State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 14.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Sul Ross State University

For transfer students, it is not competitive to get admitted to Sul Ross State University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Sul Ross State University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Sul Ross State University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Sul Ross State University?

❌ Students who are admitted to Sul Ross State University must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.

Does Sul Ross State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Sul Ross State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Sul Ross State University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Sul Ross State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

❌ Sul Ross State University does not accept International Baccalaureate credits or Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Sul Ross State University?

❌ No, Sul Ross State University is test optional, so you can decide if you want to to send your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Sul Ross State University?

❌ Sul Ross State University does not offer early decision.

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Sul Ross State University Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Open Admission

100%

How hard is it to get into Sul Ross State University? Sul Ross State University is a open admission institution. The Sul Ross State University acceptance rate is 100%. This means that the institution accepts 100 out of every 100 applicants.

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Sul Ross State University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Sul Ross State University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Sul Ross State University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Sul Ross State University ACT Scores

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ACT Range

14 - 17

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

17 and Above

Good

14 to 17

Avg

14 and Less

Low

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Sul Ross State University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

887 - 1050

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Math SAT Range

440 - 530

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Reading SAT Range

465 - 520

Sul Ross State University GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.32

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Sul Ross State University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.32. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,100

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

100%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$8,580

Out-of-State

$20,820

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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