Consult with Missouri State University's admissions department for any important information, including application fees.
Students who submit their applications to Missouri State University for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by June 1.
Here's an overiew of some of Missouri State University's admissions stats.
Missouri State University 2022 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.7 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 23% |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional and are considered |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 81% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Missouri State University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | –– | –– |
Early Decision II | –– | –– | –– |
Early Action | No | –– | –– |
Missouri State University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
Missouri State University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
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 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 prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.
What does Missouri 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 |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Class Rank | Very Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Important |
Make sure to check with Missouri State University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Missouri State University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Missouri State University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | |||
Interview | √ | |||
Transcript(S) of College Record | ||||
Standardized Test Scores | ||||
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | ||||
Transcript of High School Record | √ |
Students admitted to Missouri State University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.7.
Out of all students that were admitted, 62% submitted a class rank. At Missouri State University 23% 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%.
At Missouri State University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | 29.49% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 24.97% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 15.6% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 14.22% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 9.57% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 5.05% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 0.98% |
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 Missouri State 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.
Missouri State University considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.
Missouri State University is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not. 81% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be most competitive at Missouri State University, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Missouri State University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.
A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Missouri State University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.
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For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Missouri State University.
For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 20.
Transfer students can enroll in Missouri State University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Missouri State University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Missouri State University.
Does Missouri State University accept transfer credits?
✅ Missouri State University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Missouri State University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does Missouri State University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Missouri State University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Missouri State University?
✅ Missouri State University is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.
What is Missouri State University's acceptance rate?
✅ Missouri State University has an acceptance rate of 94%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Missouri State University?
❌ Missouri State University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Missouri State University? Missouri State University is a somewhat selective institution. The Missouri State University acceptance rate is 94%. This means that the institution accepts 93 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Missouri State University is Jul 20.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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20 and Less
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Missouri State University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.73. 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.
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