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University of South Carolina Upstate Acceptance Rate
The University of South Carolina - Upstate has an overall acceptance rate of 70% for the application year 2024, admitting 2,476 out of 3,557 applicants. Historically, acceptance rates have ranged from a low of 55% in 2016 to a high of 79% in 2022, with rates of 76% in 2021 and 60% in 2020. There are no available statistics for Early Action or transfer applicants. The SAT scores for admitted students show a 25th percentile of 950 and a 75th percentile of 1150, and the average GPA of accepted students is 3.24.
Overall Acceptance Rate
Total Applicants: 3,557
Accepted Applicants: 2,476
Regular Decision vs Early Action Acceptance Rates
Historical Acceptance Rates
The University of South Carolina - Upstate has shown a declining trend in overall acceptance rates in recent years, with the acceptance rate falling from 79% in 2022 to 70% in 2023, accompanied by an increase in applicants from 3,090 to 3,557. The acceptance rate in 2021 was 76%, and in 2020 it was 60%, showing that while the number of applicants has increased, the acceptance rate has generally fluctuated. In 2019, the rate was at 56%, indicating a competitive landscape for prospective students as it moves forward. Overall, the university accepted 2,476 students from a pool of 3,557 applicants in 2023.
Wait List Acceptance Rate
The University of South Carolina - Upstate's wait list acceptance rates have not been reported for recent application years, including 2020 through 2023, indicating a lack of data on the number of applicants offered a place on the wait list or subsequently accepted. This absence of statistics suggests potential unpredictability in the wait list process, emphasizing the importance of applicants considering other options. It remains vital for those who find themselves on the wait list to stay prepared, as the lack of historical data may imply inconsistent trends in admission outcomes.
Transfer Acceptance Rate
The transfer acceptance rate for the University of South Carolina - Upstate remains unavailable for the most recent application years. Historical data from 2021 to 2023 also shows no reported acceptance rate or number of applicants accepted. As a result, there is currently insufficient data to ascertain trends or competitiveness regarding transfer admissions at this institution.
Scores
GPA
3.24
SAT
950-1150
Math: 490-560
Reading: 510-610
ACT
19-25
Math: 16-24
English: 18-24
Reading: -
Science: -
Acceptances by Race
| Race | Applicants |
|---|---|
| Asian American | 3% |
| White | 44.9% |
| Hispanic/Latino | 8.9% |
| Black/African American | 34% |
| American Indian/Alaskan Native | 0.1% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander | 0.1% |
| Two or More Races | 4.8% |
| Unknown | 2.4% |
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