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Plymouth State University

Plymouth, New Hampshire · Public

88%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$20,280average net price, in-state

Plymouth State University admitted 88% of 6,878 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 47% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Plymouth State University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application fee is $50, and Plymouth State University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Plymouth State University asks for the Common App personal essay.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Plymouth State University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Plymouth State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Plymouth State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor

Important

  • GPA
  • Essay
  • Recommendations

Considered

  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • Class rank
  • Test scores
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.21 GPA.

  • 4.011%
  • 3.75–3.9916%
  • 3.50–3.7411%
  • 3.25–3.4915%
  • 3.00–3.2413%
  • 2.50–2.9920%
  • 2.00–2.4911%
  • Under 2.03%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $30,854 in-state and $41,794 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $20,280 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$14,051
  • $30–48k$15,343
  • $48–75k$18,415
  • $75–110k$21,660
  • $110k+$23,617

Quick answers

What is Plymouth State University’s acceptance rate?

Plymouth State University admitted 88% of applicants: 6,021 of 6,878 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).

When is Plymouth State University’s application deadline?

Plymouth State University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

How much is Plymouth State University’s application fee?

The application fee is $50 for 2026–27, and Plymouth State University accepts the Common App fee waiver.

What does Plymouth State University require?

Besides the application and transcript, Plymouth State University asks for the Common App personal essay.

Does Plymouth State University have supplemental essays?

No. Plymouth State University has no supplemental essays for 2026–27. You send only the Common App personal essay.

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