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South Dakota State University Score Requirements
South Dakota State University reports an average SAT score of 1141, with a range from the 25th percentile at 1040 to the 75th percentile at 1300. The average ACT score is 22, with a range of 19 at the 25th percentile to 26 at the 75th percentile. For English language proficiency, the average TOEFL score is 71, while the average IELTS score is 6.0, and the Duolingo average score is 100. The university has a test-optional policy and allows self-reporting of standardized test scores. The unweighted average GPA of admitted students is 3.57.
GPA Requirements
Average Unweighted GPA
South Dakota State University has an unweighted average GPA of 3.57 for undergraduate admissions. Specific percentile data for both the weighted and unweighted GPA is not disclosed. The clear focus on the unweighted average indicates a competitive standard for applicants.
More DetailsSAT Requirements
1040-1300
Average: 1141
Submitting SAT: 2%
Math: 520-660
Reading: 520-640
South Dakota State University reports an average SAT score of 1141, with a 25th percentile score of 1040 and a 75th percentile score of 1300. The math component shows a 25th percentile of 520 and a 75th percentile of 660, while the evidence-based reading and writing (ERW) component has a 25th percentile of 520 and a 75th percentile of 640. Only 2% of students submit SAT scores for admission.
More DetailsACT Requirements
19-26
Average: 22
Submitting ACT: 81%
Math: 18-27
English: 18-25
Reading: -
Science: -
South Dakota State University has an average ACT score of 22, with a 25th percentile score of 19 and a 75th percentile score of 26. For the Math component, the 25th percentile is 18 and the 75th percentile is 27. In English, the 25th percentile is 18 and the 75th percentile is 25. Additionally, 81% of students submit their ACT scores as part of their application. Reading and Science component data are not disclosed.
More DetailsTOEFL Requirements
71-71
Average: 71
Minimum: 71
Listening: -
Reading: -
Speaking: -
Writing: -
South Dakota State University requires a minimum TOEFL score of 71 for undergraduate admissions. The average score for admitted students is also 71, with both the 25th and 75th percentiles at 71, indicating consistency in the scores among those admitted. Data on individual component scores for listening, reading, speaking, and writing are not disclosed.
More DetailsSuperscoring Allowed
South Dakota State University allows superscoring, which means they consider the highest scores from multiple test sittings when evaluating applicants. This policy can benefit students who may perform better on different sections of the test across multiple attempts. By utilizing the highest scores, it can improve an applicant's overall score and potentially enhance their admission chances.
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Self-Reporting Allowed
South Dakota State University is test optional, allowing students the choice to apply without submitting standardized test scores. The university also permits self-reporting of scores, meaning applicants can report their test scores on their applications without needing to submit official score reports. Among applicants, 2% choose to submit SAT scores, while a significant 81% submit ACT scores. This indicates that many students prefer the ACT, and the combined percentage exceeds 100% because some students submit both SAT and ACT scores.
More DetailsIB Requirements
29-37
Average: 32
South Dakota State University has an average IB score of 32 for admitted students, with a 25th percentile score of 29 and a 75th percentile score of 37. The university recommends several higher level subjects including Math AA, Biology, Chemistry, and Psychology, along with standard level subjects such as English A (Lang & Lit), History, and Business and Management for applicants.
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