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Fayetteville, North Carolina · Public, city campus, historically Black college or university

Fayetteville State University SAT & ACT scores

Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 890-1090. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 15-19. Fayetteville State University admitted 82% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).

SAT middle 50%
890-1090
ACT middle 50%
15-19
Acceptance rate
82%
Test policy, fall 2024
Test-optional
Undergraduates
5,762

Quick answer

What SAT score do you need for Fayetteville State University?

There is no published minimum. Aim for 1090 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Fayetteville State University's SAT submitters; 890 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 8% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.

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Where does your score land at Fayetteville State University?

The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.

Fall 2024 entering class

Fayetteville State University SAT and ACT score ranges

Score percentiles of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores
Measure25th percentile50th percentile75th percentile
SAT Reading and Writing460490550
SAT Math430500540
SAT total (estimated)8909901090
ACT composite151719

The two sections are balanced: the top quarter starts at 550 in Reading and Writing and 540 in Math, and neither section's middle 50% spans more than 110 points.

College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 959.

Testing policy

Does Fayetteville State University require the SAT or ACT?

Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional

Fayetteville State University told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.

Check the current cycle

Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Fayetteville State University's website before deciding whether to submit.

Beyond scores

Cost and outcomes at Fayetteville State University

In-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$4,353
Out-of-state tuition and fees (2024-25)
$8,353
Average net price after aid (2023-24)
$7,892
First-year retention rate
75%
Graduation rate within 6 years
39%
Median earnings 10 years after entry
$40,144

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Johnson & Wales University-CharlotteSAT 880-1130Elizabeth City State UniversitySAT 920-1080Winston-Salem State UniversitySAT 830-1020University of North Carolina at PembrokeSAT 970-1200Belmont Abbey CollegeSAT 960-1200Brevard CollegeSAT 870-1220

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FAQ

Fayetteville State University admissions questions

What SAT score do you need to get into Fayetteville State University?

Fayetteville State University does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 890 and 1090 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1090 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 890 marks the bottom quarter.

What ACT score do you need for Fayetteville State University?

Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 15 to 19, with a median of 17. Scoring 19 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.

Does Fayetteville State University require the SAT or ACT?

For fall 2024 entry, Fayetteville State University reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Fayetteville State University's admissions website before you apply.

What is Fayetteville State University's acceptance rate?

Fayetteville State University admitted 82% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.

Sources and method

Where these numbers come from

Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.

Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.

Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.

Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].