University of Georgia (UGA)
University of Georgia can be found in Athens, GA, a public college which focuses on only a select few programs offered. UGA has about 36,000 students enrolled per year.
Students can report either the SAT or ACT exam scores to UGA. A score in the range of 1710 - 2000 on the SAT exam, or 26 - 30 on the ACT exam is among the 25th - 75th percentile range among admitted students. By applying sampled GPA data from over 150 schools, we are able to estimate that the UGA average GPA ranges from 3.48 to 3.71 for accepted students. UGA has an acceptance rate of 56 percent with 48 percent of applicants choosing to enroll. Using acceptance rate data from previous years, we can project that the UGA acceptance rate in 2015 is going to be around 58%. You can get more information from the admissions office website at .admissions.uga.edu.
Overall UGA Acceptance Rate - Fall 2012
The overall acceptance rate for University of Georgia was reported as 56.1% in Fall 2012 with over 18,500 college applications submitted to UGA. Both in state and out of state applicants are included in these figures. We do not have data on transfer acceptance rates currently.
Accepted Applicants Profile
- UGA SAT Scores: 1710 - 2000
- UGA ACT Scores: 26 - 30
- UGA Average GPA: 3.48 - 3.71
How Hard Is It to Get into University of Georgia?
Applicant Selectivity: High
The selectivity of applicants for undergraduate admissions to University of Georgia is considered high, with many applicants scoring in the top percentiles on the SAT or ACT exam, as well as having an excellent high school GPA.
Historical Trend and Acceptance Rate 2021 Projection
The historical trend chart shows acceptance rates from the previous years, from which we have projected the acceptance rate for the 2021-2022 school year. The overall acceptance rate trend for University of Georgia has been slowly getting higher over the past years.
Acceptance Rate By Year
- 2008-2009: 55.6%
- 2009-2010: 53.8%
- 2010-2011: 59.3%
- 2011-2012: 63.0%
- 2012-2013: 56.1%
- Projected UGA Acceptance Rate 2021-2022: 58.2%
How Does UGA Compare?
The acceptance rate for University of Georgia is one percent higher than the national average of all colleges which is around 55.5%.
Nearby Similar College Acceptance Rates
School | Acceptance Rate |
---|---|
Emory University | 26.3% |
Clemson University | 57.9% |
Georgia State University | 54.7% |
Georgia Institute of Technology-Main Campus | 54.9% |
Admissions Rates & Enrollment Rates - Details
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
- High School GPA Scores are Required
- School Records are Required
- College Prep Classes are Required
- Submit Recommendation Letters are Recommended
- Standardized Test Scores (SAT,ACT,...) are Required
- TOEFL Exam (Foreign Language Students) are Required
Number of Applicants, Percent Accepted, and Enrolled Students (Fall 2012)
Total | Male | Female | |
---|---|---|---|
Applicants | 18,458 | 40.9% | 59.1% |
Admitted | 10,352 | 38.5% | 61.5% |
Enrolled | 4,936 | 40.1% | 59.9% |
Average ACT/SAT Scores of Applicants to UGA (Fall 2012)
SAT® Section | Score Range |
---|---|
Critical Reading | 560 - 660 |
Math | 580 - 670 |
Writing | 570 - 670 |
Total Score | 1710 - 2000 |
ACT® | Score Range |
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English | 25 - 32 |
Math | 25 - 29 |
Composite Score | 26 - 30 |