University of Sioux Falls SAT Scores and GPA

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

Location: Sioux Falls, SD

University of Sioux Falls 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 University of Sioux Falls.

Average SAT: 1074

The average SAT score composite at University of Sioux Falls is a 1074.

University of Sioux Falls SAT Score Analysis

The 25th percentile New SAT score is 1060, and the 75th percentile SAT score is 1080.

In other words, a 1060 places you below average, while a 1080 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute SAT requirement at University of Sioux Falls, but they really want to see at least a 1060 to have a chance at being considered.

Here's the breakdown of SAT scores by section:

Section	Average	25th Percentile	75th Percentile
Math	540	510	560
Reading + Writing	534	500	570
Composite	1074	1060	1080

Average GPA: 3.52

The average GPA at University of Sioux Falls is 3.52. This makes University of Sioux Falls Strongly Competitive for GPAs.

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

With a GPA of 3.52, University of Sioux Falls requires you to be around average in your high school class. You'll need a mix of A's and B's, and very few C's. 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 3.52, 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: 76%

The acceptance rate at University of Sioux Falls is 76%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 76 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 1060 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 University of Sioux Falls, 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 University of Sioux Falls.

Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into

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

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
San Jose State University	San Jose, CA	1190	25
Colorado State University	Fort Collins, CO	1178	26
University of Texas at Arlington	Arlington, TX	1160	23
Florida International University	Miami, FL	1159	24
California State University Long Beach	Long Beach, CA	1145	23
Washington State University	Pullman, WA	1130	23
University of Texas at San Antonio	San Antonio, TX	1120	22

Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into

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

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University	Tallahassee, FL	1090	22
University of North Carolina at Greensboro	Greensboro, NC	1083	21
Texas State University	San Marcos, TX	1080	23
University of California, Merced	Merced, CA	1080	20
Georgia State University	Atlanta, GA	1067	22
Georgia Southern University	Statesboro, GA	1067	21
Hampton University	Hampton, VA	1059	22

Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into

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

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Kean University	Union, NJ	1030	18
Texas A&M University - Kingsville	Kingsville, TX	1030	20
California State University Northridge	Northridge, CA	1020	19
California State University Fresno	Fresno, CA	1010	19
University of Texas at El Paso	El Paso, TX	1008	20
California State University East Bay	Hayward, CA	992	19
California State University Fullerton	Fullerton, CA	990	22

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