Admissions Overview
The admission process at Georgia Southern University has a 90% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $30. Georgia Southern University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
90%
Less Selective
Application Volume
14,410
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
37%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Georgia Southern University has a 90% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $30. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Georgia Southern University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$30
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Georgia Southern University. About 49% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 980 to 1,160. Additionally, about 24% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 23.
SAT Scores
49% of students submitted400
1600
980 – 1160
200
800
500 – 590
200
800
480 – 570
ACT Scores
24% of students submitted1
36
18 – 23
1
36
16 – 23
1
36
17 – 23
Admission Statistics
14,410 students applied to GS. Of those, 90% were accepted (12,916 students). Of these 12,916 accepted students, 4,753 chose to enroll.
14,410
Total Applicants
12,916
Students Admitted
4,753
Students Enrolled
90%
Acceptance Rate