Black Hills State University

Around 97% of applicants get into Black Hills State University each year. Last year, 1,382 students applied to Black Hills State University and 1,344 were admitted.

If you are applying to Black Hills State University, the fee for the application costs $20.

Black Hills State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Black Hills State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	6%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	67%
Waitlist	No

Black Hills State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Black Hills State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Want to Apply Early to Black Hills State University?

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Black Hills State University does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Black Hills State University Admissions

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Transferring to Black Hills State University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Black Hills State University

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Black Hills State University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When creating 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 prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Black Hills State University

Wondering what factors are considered by Black Hills 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
Class Rank	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

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

Black Hills State University Application Requirements

To apply to Black Hills State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Black Hills State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Other Requirements	√	–	–	minimum 2.0 high school GPA in core curriculum
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Black Hills State University?

Black Hills State University has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

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

Black Hills 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, 6% of Black Hills State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 67% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Black Hills State University?

To be competitive with other Black Hills State University applicants, you should aim to score between 1080 and 790 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Black Hills State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 790 and 25% of scored lower than 1080, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Black Hills State University students scored 610 or higher and 75% of students scored 500 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Black Hills State University students scored 530 or higher, and 75% scored a 500 or higher.

To be most competitive at Black Hills State University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Black Hills State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Black Hills State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Black Hills State University

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Black Hills State University Admissions FAQs

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Does Black Hills State University accept transfer credits?

✅ Black Hills State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Do I have to submit test scores to Black Hills State University?

❌ No, Black Hills State University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Black Hills State University's acceptance rate?

✅ Black Hills State University's acceptance rate is 97%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Black Hills State University?

❌ Black Hills State University does not offer early decision.

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