Admissions Requirements and Process: GCSU has a holistic review process, taking into consideration grades, rigor, test scores, and essays. There are two essays that students have to write when applying, and their average GPA is a 3.5, and average test scores are: SAT 1201, ACT 27. Their Early Action deadline is November 1 and their final deadline to apply is April 1. Also, if you don't get the admissions decision you were hoping for, you can request an additional review of your application. Below is the timetable of when your decision will be given if applying by the following dates:
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If your file is Complete and Ready for Review by:
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A decision will be entered at 6:00 pm on the following dates:
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January 1, 2019
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January 25, 2019
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February 1, 2019
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February 22, 2019
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March 1, 2019
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March 29, 2019
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April 1, 2019
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April 26, 2019
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Scholarships: They have a Presidential Scholarship Competition, which is a separate interest form to fill out to let them know you are interested. You have to apply Early Action as well in order to be considered. It entails a resume, recommendation, minimum GPA and SAT/ACT scores, and if invited, a day-long interview. The deadline for submitting an application for that scholarship is November 9th.
Majors/Minors: GCSU has over 40 majors, with STEM, Accounting, Mass Communications, and Education as examples. Since they are a liberal arts college, students learn a little about everything, which is great for students who are undecided or trying to figure out which route to go. They are also growing by 7% each year!
Unique Programs/Helpful Info:
Bridge Scholars Program: This program is for students who need additional support with the transition to college, where they take 3 classes within a 5 week period, and live as a group with other students participating in BSP for their Freshman year. Applicants are accepted on a rolling basis until the class is full at 125 students. To learn more about the FAQs for the program, look here.
95% of students participate in Intramurals; Greek life is a big part of GCSU (but not required!); there's also a Bass Fishing Team at GCSU, along with over 160 other student organizations.
Housing: on West Campus, there are apartment style dorms, and the main campus has more traditional dorms, with 2 people per room, but they share a private bath.
Visiting: You can schedule a campus tour on their website and they also have a Fallfest coming up on October 20th. It's $20 a person and includes Breakfast and Lunch, as well as a sneak peek of life at GCSU and a musical festival!
