Columbus State University SAT Scores and GPA

What are Columbus State University's average SAT scores and GPA? In this guide, we'll discuss what scores are needed for you to get admitted into Columbus State University. You'll also get to calculate your own chances with our admissions calculator.

Location: Columbus, GA

Columbus State University Admissions Statistics

There are three critical numbers when considering your admissions chances: SAT scores, GPA, and acceptance rate. All these combine to tell you what you scores are required to get into Columbus State University.

Average SAT: 978

The average SAT score composite at Columbus State University is a 978.

Columbus State University SAT Score Analysis

The 25th percentile New SAT score is 870, and the 75th percentile SAT score is 1070.

In other words, a 870 places you below average, while a 1070 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute SAT requirement at Columbus State University, but they really want to see at least a 870 to have a chance at being considered.

Here's the breakdown of SAT scores by section:

Section	Average	25th Percentile	75th Percentile
Math	480	430	560
Reading + Writing	498	440	570
Composite	978	870	1070

Average GPA: 3.07

The average GPA at Columbus State University is 3.07. This makes Columbus State University Moderately Competitive for GPAs.

(Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA.

With a GPA of 3.07, Columbus State University accepts below-average students. It's OK to be a B-average student, with some A's mixed in. If you took some AP or IB classes, this will help boost your weighted GPA and show your ability to take college classes.

If you're a junior or senior, your GPA is hard to change from this point on. If your GPA is at or below the school average of 3.07, you'll need a higher SAT score to compensate and show that you're prepared to take on college academics. This will help you compete effectively with other applicants.

Admissions Rate: 78.6%

The acceptance rate at Columbus State University is 78.6%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 79 are admitted.

This means the school is not selective. As long as you don't fall way below average, you'll likely get in.

Final Admissions Verdict

Because this school is not selective, you have a great shot at getting in, as long as you don't fall well below average. Aim for a 870 SAT or higher, and you'll almost certainly get an offer of admission. But if you score below this, you may be one of the unlucky few to get rejected.

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Other Schools For You

If you're interested in Columbus State University, you'll probably be interested in these schools as well. We've divided them into 3 categories depending on how hard they are to get into, relative to Columbus State University.

Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into

These schools are have higher average SAT scores than Columbus State University. If you improve your SAT score, you'll be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
State University of New York College at Oneonta	Oneonta, NY	1169	23
California State University Fullerton	Fullerton, CA	1130	22
State University of New York at Fredonia	Fredonia, NY	1090	24
Texas State University	San Marcos, TX	1080	23
Georgia State University	Atlanta, GA	1067	22
University of Texas at El Paso	El Paso, TX	1040	20
California State University Northridge	Northridge, CA	1030	19

Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into

If you're competitive for Columbus State University, these schools will offer you a similar chance of admission.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
California State University Bakersfield	Bakersfield, CA	993	19
California State University East Bay	Hayward, CA	992	19
Kean University	Union, NJ	990	20
University of Texas at Brownsville	Brownsville, TX	990	19
California State University Los Angeles	Los Angeles, CA	985	18
State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill	Cobleskill, NY	970	20
University of Louisiana at Monroe	Monroe, LA	960	23

Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into

If you're currently competitive for Columbus State University, you should have no problem getting into these schools. If Columbus State University is currently out of your reach, you might already be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Avila University	Kansas City, MO	930	22
Texas Southern University	Houston, TX	912	17
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania	Cheyney, PA	890	18
Idaho State University	Pocatello, ID	875	22
Pine Manor College	Chestnut Hill, MA	870	15
Wiley College	Marshall, TX	830	16
Bloomfield College	Bloomfield, NJ	629	17

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