Stetson University

Stetson University is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Stetson University is 94%. Out of 7,340 applications received in 2023, 6,887 students were offered admission.

If you are applying to Stetson University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Stetson University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Stetson University's admissions stats.

Stetson University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.8
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	16%
Mean SAT Score	1157
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	40%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	19%
Waitlist	Yes

Stetson University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Stetson University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 1	December 7
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 17

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Want to Apply Early to Stetson University?

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Stetson University offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 7.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 1. Stetson University will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 17.

The early decision acceptance rate at Stetson University is 98%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 94%.

Stetson University accepts roughly 95% of early action applicants and 94% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2022, Stetson University admitted 125 of the 128 students who applied early decision. Last year, Stetson University admitted 4,785 of the 5,12 who applied early action.

Some students apply early to college to help their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it shows that you are very interested in a school.

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

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More on Stetson University Admissions

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Transferring to Stetson University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Stetson University

Stetson University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Stetson 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 creating 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 admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Stetson University

Wondering what factors are considered by Stetson 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Work Experience	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered

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

Stetson University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Stetson University?

Students admitted to Stetson University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.8. Stetson University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 65.3% submitted a class rank. At Stetson University 16% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 45% were in the top 25% and 80% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Stetson University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	36.59%
3.75 and 3.99	17.05%
3.50 and 3.74	18.29%
3.25 and 3.49	12.56%
3.00 and 3.24	9.92%
2.50 and 2.9	5.12%
2.00 and 2.49	0.47%

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 Stetson University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

Stetson University 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, 40% of Stetson University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 19% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Stetson University?

To be competitive with other Stetson University applicants, you should strive to score between 1055 and 1260 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Stetson University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1260 and 25% of scored lower than 1055, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Stetson University student is 1157.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Stetson University students scored 620 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Stetson University students scored 650 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

To be most competitive at Stetson University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 27 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Stetson University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Stetson University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

More Information on Transferring to Stetson University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Stetson University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Stetson University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Stetson University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Stetson University?

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

Does Stetson University accept transfer credits?

✅ Stetson University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

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

✅ Stetson University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Stetson University?

❌ No, Stetson 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 may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Stetson University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Stetson University is 94%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Stetson University?

✅ Stetson University's early decision acceptance rate was 98% in 2021.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Stetson University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Stetson University was 95% in 2021.

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