Georgia State University
Admissions
Interested in attending Georgia State University?
On this page, you'll learn how difficult it is to get into Georgia State University, we'll dig into high school grades and test scores, and you'll find out the factors the school considers when reviewing applications.
Admission Rates
Is it difficult to get into Georgia State University?
Using the most up-to-date data on record, Georgia State accepted 52% of applicants. We classify this as somewhat selective.
In the most recent year, 33,753 people applied and 17,718 were accepted.
Applied/Accepted
Acceptance rates at colleges can change over time, with some becoming more competitive and others accepting more students. Here’s a look at the acceptance rate trend for the past 2 years at Georgia State University:
Acceptance rates at schools can vary depending on if the student is in-state, out-of-state, or international.
Of those accepted, 25% ended up enrolling at Georgia State University, making their yield rate Medium. The yield rate is the percentage of accepted students who enroll at the school. You can use the yield rate to find out how coveted a school is for the students who apply to it.
Application Factors
You can increase your chances of getting into Georgia State University by looking at what the school considers during the application process.
Here are the things Georgia State considers:
Very Important
- Academic GPA
- Rigor of Secondary School Record
- Standardized Test Scores
Considered
- Application Essay
- Recommendation(s)
- Talent/Ability
Not Considered
- Alumni/AE Relation
- Character/Personal Qualities
- Class Rank
- Extracurricular Activities
- First Generation
- Geographical Residence
- Interview
- Level of Applicant's Interest
- Religious Affiliation/Commitment
- State Residency
- Volunteer Work
- Work Experience
Grades & Testing
Do you have the grades and test scores to get into Georgia State University?
Grades
Georgia State is Test Optional. This means scores are considered if they are submitted, but applicants do not need to submit scores.
Applicants submitting SAT Scores
Applicants submitting ACT Scores
SAT Math Scores
SAT Verb Scores
SAT Composite Scores
Application Deadlines
These are the deadlines for applying to Georgia State University. Application deadlines are subject to change, so please verify all deadlines with the school.
Regular Admissions
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