Sul Ross State University
Alpine, Texas · Public
Sul Ross State University admitted 97% of 717 applicants (Common Data Set 2022-2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 870–1060 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 27% of students graduate within six years.
This college’s newest public report is from 2022-2023, so some numbers may be out of date.
Your chances at Sul Ross State University
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Early decision and early action
Sul Ross State University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Sul Ross State University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Class rank
Important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Test scores
Considered
- Activities
- Talent or ability
Not considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Race or ethnicity
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.32 GPA. 3.1% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $24,916 in-state and $34,708 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $12,240 on average (in-state).
Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:
Quick answers
What is Sul Ross State University’s acceptance rate?
Sul Ross State University admitted 97% of applicants: 696 of 717 (Common Data Set 2022-2023).
What SAT score do you need for Sul Ross State University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 870 to 1060, with a median around 980. A score at or above 980 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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