Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 97.1%
- Average SAT
- 965
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 850–1,080
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 19
- Total Enrollment
- 1,378
Admissions Overview
Sul Ross State University has open admission with a 97% acceptance rate. Nearly all applicants who meet basic requirements get in. The average SAT score is 965, with the middle 50% scoring between 850 and 1080. The average ACT is 19. These scores reflect the university's commitment to serving students from diverse academic backgrounds rather than competing for high achievers. Sul Ross looks for students who want a close-knit community experience in West Texas. The school particularly attracts those interested in outdoor recreation, agriculture, and hands-on learning. Students who thrive here value small class sizes with an 11:1 student-faculty ratio and appreciate the university's strong connection to ranching and desert culture.