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Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania · Public

75%acceptance rate
1000–1190SAT middle 50%
19–25.25ACT middle 50%
$18,407average net price, in-state

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania admitted 75% of 6,320 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1000–1190 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 66% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

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Early decision and early action

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • –

Important

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • GPA
  • Test scores

Considered

  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • Talent or ability

Not considered

  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.58 GPA. 14% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.021%
  • 3.75–3.9922%
  • 3.50–3.7420%
  • 3.25–3.4916%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.999%
  • 2.00–2.490%
  • Under 2.00%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $26,035 in-state and $30,143 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $18,407 on average (in-state).

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

  • $0–30k$12,762
  • $30–48k$13,805
  • $48–75k$18,007
  • $75–110k$22,001
  • $110k+$23,422

Quick answers

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

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania admitted 75% of applicants: 4,707 of 6,320 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

What SAT score do you need for Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1000 to 1190, with a median around 1095. A score at or above 1095 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

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