Youngstown State University

Youngstown State University is not difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Youngstown State University is 78%. Last year, 6,718 students applied to Youngstown State University and 5,250 were admitted.

If you are applying to Youngstown State University, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the fee for the application costs $45.

Youngstown State University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Youngstown State University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	17%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	15%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	79%
Waitlist	No

Youngstown State University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Youngstown State University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	8 1	–

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Applying Early to Youngstown State University?

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

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

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More on Youngstown State University Admissions

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Transferring to Youngstown State University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Youngstown State University

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

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

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are 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 prioritize the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Youngstown State University

What does Youngstown State 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
Class Rank	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered

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

Youngstown State University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Youngstown State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Youngstown 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	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	ACT/SAT-however test optional Fall 2020
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 Youngstown State University?

Students admitted to Youngstown State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5. Youngstown State University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 76.42% submitted a class rank. At Youngstown State University 17% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 38% were in the top 25% and 73% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Youngstown State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	14.26%
3.75 and 3.99	22.9%
3.50 and 3.74	21.83%
3.25 and 3.49	15.39%
3.00 and 3.24	9.97%
2.50 and 2.9	12.18%
2.00 and 2.49	3.47%

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 Youngstown State 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

Youngstown State University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 15% of Youngstown State University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 79% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Youngstown State University?

To be competitive with other Youngstown State University applicants, you should aim to score between 950 and 1160 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Youngstown State University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1160 and 25% of scored lower than 950, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

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

To be most competitive at Youngstown State University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Youngstown State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

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

More Information on Transferring to Youngstown State University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Youngstown State University.

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

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Youngstown State University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Youngstown State University?

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

Does Youngstown State University accept transfer credits?

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

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations

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

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

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

❌ No, Youngstown State University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, 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 Youngstown State University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Youngstown State University is 78%.

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

❌ Youngstown State University does not offer early decision.

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