University of Sioux Falls

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University of Sioux Falls can be found in Sioux Falls, SD, a nonprofit private college which focuses on only a select few programs offered. Nearly 1,800 students are enrolled at University of Sioux Falls.

Most of the students accepted into University of Sioux Falls had an SAT score within the range of 1070 - 1230, or got accepted with an ACT composite score between 20 - 25. We were able to estimate the University of Sioux Falls average GPA (3.06 - 3.33) of admitted students by applying sampled GPA data on over 150 schools. About 90% of all applicant were admitted at University of Sioux Falls, and from those that were granted acceptance nearly 17% continued on to attend. You can get more information from the admissions office website at admissions.usiouxfalls.edu.

Overall University of Sioux Falls Acceptance Rate - Fall 2020

91.4%

The overall acceptance rate for University of Sioux Falls was reported as 91.4% in Fall 2020 with over 1,930 applications submitted to this school. Both in state and out of state applicants are included in these figures. We do not have data on transfer acceptance rates currently.

Accepted Applicants Profile

  • ACT Scores: 20 - 25
  • Average GPA: 3.06 - 3.33

How Hard Is It to Get into University of Sioux Falls?

Applicant Selectivity: Medium

The applicant selectivity of University of Sioux Falls is about average, as determined by collecting standardized test scores e.g. ACT/SAT and high school average GPA ranges of students who were granted admissions from previous years.

Historical Trend and Acceptance Rate 2024 Projection

The historical trend chart shows acceptance rates from the previous years, from which we have projected the acceptance rate for the 2024-2025 school year. The overall acceptance rate trend for University of Sioux Falls has been staying about the same from year to year.

Acceptance Rate By Year

  • 2016-2017: 91.5%
  • 2017-2018: 92.0%
  • 2018-2019: 91.3%
  • 2019-2020: 91.4%
  • Projected Acceptance Rate 2024-2025: 85.1%

How Does University of Sioux Falls Compare?

91.4%
This School
56.7%
National Avg

The acceptance rate for University of Sioux Falls is sixty-one percent higher than the national average of all colleges which is around 56.7%.

Nearby Similar College Acceptance Rates

SchoolAcceptance Rate
Augustana College66.9%
Dakota State University77.4%
Dordt College75.5%
Northwestern College69.5%
Mount Marty College71.6%

Admissions Rates & Enrollment Rates - Details

General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions

  • High School GPA Scores are Required
  • Standardized Test Scores (SAT,ACT,...) are Required

Number of Applicants, Percent Accepted, and Enrolled Students (Fall 2020)

TotalMaleFemale
Applicants1,92932.9%67.1%
Admitted1,76432.2%67.8%
Enrolled29738.0%62.0%

Average ACT/SAT Scores of Applicants to University of Sioux Falls (Fall 2020)

SAT® SectionScore Range
Critical Reading500 - 610
Math570 - 620
Total Score1070 - 1230
ACT®Score Range
English19 - 24
Math20 - 25
Composite Score20 - 25
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School Details

Address

1101 W 22nd St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105-1699

Phone

(605) 331-5000

Website

School Code

#003469

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