Susquehanna University
Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania · Private
Susquehanna University admitted 79% of 5,339 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1100–1290 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 74% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Susquehanna University
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Early decision and early action
Early decision applicants were admitted at 68% (56 of 82), compared with 79% for all applicants.
Susquehanna University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
Early applicants often include recruited athletes and students with stronger applications, so the gap overstates how much applying early helps one student.
What admissions weighs
How Susquehanna University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
Important
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- Character
- Legacy
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Considered
- First generation
- Where you live
- State residency
Not considered
- Religion
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.70 GPA. 23% 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 $76,000 a year. After grants, students paid $27,258 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Susquehanna University’s acceptance rate?
Susquehanna University admitted 79% of applicants: 4,222 of 5,339 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
What SAT score do you need for Susquehanna University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1100 to 1290, with a median around 1190. A score at or above 1190 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
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