East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is moderately difficult to get into. The university admitted 87% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 6,013 students applied to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania and 5,231 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 4/1 and the fee for the application is $25.

Students who submit their applications to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than May 1.

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania's admissions stats.

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	10%
Mean SAT Score	1054
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	23%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	2%
Waitlist	No

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	4 1	May 1

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Want to Apply Early to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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Is East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Challenging To Get Into?

Getting into East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is moderately difficult. East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania accepted 87% of students, around 5,231 from 6,013 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

Curious about the factors that are considered by East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania 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	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Interview	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania for more information on admission factors.

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

Students admitted to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 61.2% submitted a class rank. At East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania 10% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 30% were in the top 25% and 59% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	11.24%
3.75 and 3.99	14.22%
3.50 and 3.74	14.4%
3.25 and 3.49	11.5%
3.00 and 3.24	14.22%
2.50 and 2.9	19.06%
2.00 and 2.49	15.01%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania directly.

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

East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 23% of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

To be competitive with other East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania applicants, you should strive to earn between 940 and 1160 (or higher!) on the SAT. At East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1160 and 25% of scored lower than 940, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania student is 1054.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania students scored 570 or higher and 75% of students scored 470 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 470 or higher.

To be most competitive at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania, you should strive to earn between 16 and 23 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 23 means you fall in the 75th percentile for East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 23, and three out of four students scored lower than 23 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

More Information on Transferring to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 1.

Transfer students can enroll in East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania.

Does East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania accept transfer credits?

✅ East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

❌ No, East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is test optional, so you can decide whether or not to include your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is 87%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania?

❌ East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania does not offer early decision.

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