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San Francisco State University

San Francisco, CA

Admissions Summary

San Francisco State University is less selective with an acceptance rate of 84%. Students that get into San Francisco State University have an SAT score between 940–1130* or an ACT score of 16–23*. Regular applications are due March 25.

By the Numbers

These ranges reflect what most admitted students scored, but many are outside these ranges.

  • GPA Range
  • 3.75+19%
  • 3.50–3.7418%
  • 3.25–3.4918%
  • 3.00–3.2422%
  • 2.50–2.9921%
  • 2.00–2.492%
  • Below 2.00Not available
  • SAT Total Range*940–1130
  • SAT Math460–560
  • SAT Reading470–580
  • ACT Composite Range*16–23
  • Acceptance Rate84% (Less Selective)
  • Total Applicants31,430
  • Admitted26,431
  • Enrolled2,779

Application Requirements

  • High School GPARequired
  • High School RankNeither required nor recommended
  • College Prep CoursesRequired
  • SAT/ACT ScoresNot available
  • RecommendationsNeither required nor recommended

Application Deadline

Dates are subject to change, so confirm important deadlines by visiting the college website.
Regular DecisionMar 25
Early ActionNot available

Early action applicants don’t have to commit if accepted. Students can apply Early Action to more than one college.

Early DecisionNot available

Early decision applicants agree to attend the college if they are accepted. Students can only apply to one college for Early Decision.

Application Process

  • Application Fee$70
  • Fee Waiver InfoVisit the college website for special instructions on submitting application fee waivers.

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