Ball State University

Ball State University admitted 69% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 22,859 students applied to Ball State University and 15,761 were admitted.

If you are applying to Ball State University, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/7 and the fee for the application costs $60.

Students who apply to Ball State University for the fall semester should hear back from Ball State University by August 21.

Ball State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Ball State University's admissions stats.

Ball State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Mean SAT Score	1177
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	30%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	5.8%
Waitlist	No

Ball State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Ball State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 7	August 21

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Ball State University does not offer early decision or early action.

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Transferring to Ball State University

For more information on transferring to Ball State University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Ball State University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Ball State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling 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 admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Ball State University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Ball State University 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
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

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

Ball State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Interview	–	–	√	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	√	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Ball State University?

Students admitted to Ball State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

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

Ball 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, 30% of Ball State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 5.8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Ball State University?

To be competitive with other Ball State University applicants, you should aim to earn between 1090 and 1260 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Ball State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1260 and 25% of scored lower than 1090, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Ball State University student is 1177.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Ball State University students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Ball State University students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

To be most competitive at Ball State University, you should strive to earn between 23 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Ball State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Ball State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

More Information on Transferring to Ball State University

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Ball State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Ball State University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Ball State University.

Does Ball State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Ball State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Ball State University?

❌ No, Ball State University is test optional, so you can choose whether to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Ball State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Ball State University's acceptance rate is 69%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Ball State University?

❌ Ball State University does not offer early decision.

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