Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 89.5%
- Average SAT
- 1,065
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 970–1,160
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 21
- Total Enrollment
- 8,746
Admissions Overview
Stephen F Austin State University maintains an open admission policy with an 89.51% acceptance rate. Most applicants who meet basic requirements will gain admission to this East Texas institution. The middle 50% of students score between 970-1160 on the SAT, with an average of 1065. Students typically earn around a 21 on the ACT. The university seeks students who appreciate hands-on learning and outdoor education, particularly those interested in forestry, agriculture, and natural resource management. SFA values students who want to engage with the pine forests and rural communities of East Texas. The school attracts learners ready for practical, career-focused programs in a close-knit campus environment.