Susquehanna University

It is moderately difficult to get into Susquehanna University. The acceptance rate at Susquehanna University is 88%. Out of 4,687 applications received in 2023, 4,126 students were offered admission.

Reach out to Susquehanna University's admissions department to confirm any application fees and information.

Students who apply to Susquehanna University for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by October 1.

Susquehanna University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Susquehanna University's admissions stats.

Susquehanna University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.7
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	22%
Mean SAT Score	1150
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	45%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	5%
Waitlist	No

Susquehanna University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Susquehanna University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Info Not Available	–	December 1
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 1	December 1

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Want to Apply Early to Susquehanna University?

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Susquehanna University may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Susquehanna University directly for more information about early applications.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 15 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 1.

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

Some students apply early to college to help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore 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 Susquehanna University Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Sesquehanna?

Sesquehanna is a moderately difficult school to get into.

In 2022, Sesquehanna accepted 88% of all applicants, about 4,126 from the 4,687 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Sesquehanna, 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 Susquehanna University

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

For Students Waitlisted to Susquehanna University

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

What Does Susquehanna University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Susquehanna University

What does Susquehanna University consider 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
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Racial/Ethnic Status	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Work Experience	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Geographical Residence	Considered
State Residency	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

Susquehanna University Application Requirements

To apply to Susquehanna University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Susquehanna 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	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	writing portfolio for creative writing program, audition for music programs, design portfolio for graphic design programs
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
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 Susquehanna University?

Students admitted to Susquehanna University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.

Out of all students that were admitted, 63.4% submitted a class rank. At Susquehanna University 22% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 53% were in the top 25% and 86% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	29.16%
3.75 and 3.99	18.3%
3.50 and 3.74	22.46%
3.25 and 3.49	12.68%
3.00 and 3.24	9.6%
2.50 and 2.9	7.8%
2.00 and 2.49	–

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 Susquehanna University 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

Susquehanna 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, 45% of Susquehanna University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 5% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Susquehanna University?

To be competitive with other Susquehanna University applicants, you should strive to score between 1090 and 1250 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Susquehanna University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1250 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 Susquehanna University student is 1150.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Susquehanna University students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Susquehanna University students scored 640 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

To be most competitive at Susquehanna University, you should strive to earn between 22 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Susquehanna 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 22 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Susquehanna University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 22.

More Information on Transferring to Susquehanna University

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Susquehanna University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Susquehanna University?

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

Does Susquehanna University accept transfer credits?

✅ Susquehanna University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Susquehanna University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Susquehanna University?

❌ No, Susquehanna University is test optional, so you can decide whether to include your standardized test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is Susquehanna University's acceptance rate?

✅ Susquehanna University's acceptance rate is 88%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Susquehanna University?

🟨 Susquehanna University may or may not offer early decision. The school has not provided any information on early decision including ED acceptance rates.

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