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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock, PA 4-Year Public
Acceptance Rate79%
Acceptance Rate79%

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Admissions

If you are applying to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, the application fee is $30.

Students who apply to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania for fall semester should hear back from Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania by June 15.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's admissions stats.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 13%
Mean SAT Score 1070
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs 99%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 8%
Waitlist No

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania.

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

Considering Applying Early to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?


Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not offer early decision or early action.

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

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

In 2021, Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepted 80% of all applicants, about 3,924 from 4,936 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Slippery Rock 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 Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

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

For Students Waitlisted to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

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 they consider 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 put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Curious about the factors that are considered by Slippery Rock 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
Academic GPA Important
Class Rank Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Important
Standardized Test Scores Important
Application Essay Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Talent/Ability Considered

Make sure to check with Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania for more information on admission factors.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania'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) 3
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

Students admitted to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 59% submitted a class rank. At Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 37% were in the top 25% and 74% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 18.3%
3.75 and 3.99 18.59%
3.50 and 3.74 19.18%
3.25 and 3.49 16.9%
3.00 and 3.24 11.76%
2.50 and 2.9 12.05%
2.00 and 2.49 3.23%

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 Slippery Rock 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

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not have 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, 99% of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

To be competitive with other Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania applicants, you should aim to earn between 980 and 1160 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1160 and 25% of scored lower than 980, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania student is 1070.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

To be most competitive at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, you should strive to earn between 20 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania'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 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is March 31. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by June 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania.

Does Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accept transfer credits?

✅ Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

✅ Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is 80%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

❌ Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not offer early decision.

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Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

79%

How hard is it to get into Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania? Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is a somewhat selective institution. The Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania acceptance rate is 79%. This means that the institution accepts 79 out of every 100 applicants.

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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Mar 31

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is Mar 31.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania ACT Scores

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ACT Range

20 - 25

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

25 and Above

Good

20 to 25

Avg

20 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is 22. Students with an ACT score of 25 and above have a good chance of getting into Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania. Students with an ACT score that falls between 20 and 25 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 20 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

980 - 1160

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Math SAT Range

480 - 580

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Reading SAT Range

490 - 590

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1160 and Above

Good

980 to 1160

Avg

980 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania students is 1070. Applicants with SAT scores of 1160 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, while applicants with SAT scores between 980 to 1160 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 980 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.5

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.5. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,503

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

79%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$10,507

Out-of-State

$14,365

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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