Stephen F Austin State University Admission
Acceptance Rate
93.99%
Yield (Enrollment Rate)
17.11%
Freshmen Enrollment
2,186
SAT Scores
1,060
For the 2024-2025 admission, a total of 13,596 students have applied and 12,779 students have allowed to admit to Stephen F Austin State University (Acceptance rate: 93.99%). SFA's yield, also known as enrollment rate, is 17.11 % where 2,186 students have finally enrolled out of 12,779 admitted students.
SFA acceptance rate is higher (easier to admit) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Texas. Compared to similar schools in rankings such as Amberton University and Angelo State University, its acceptance rate is higher (easy to get in) (the average acceptance rate of the schools is 79.70%).
SFA enrollment rate (yield) is lower (less admitted-students enrolled) compared to Public, 4-Years Colleges in Texas. Compared to similar schools in rankings, its yield is average (average yield is 17.52%).
How to Apply to Stephen F Austin State University
The following table summarizes the contact and directory information to apply SFA. SFA offers benefits for veterans, service member, or qualified family members. You may need to prepare certificate of eligibility (COE ) from the Veterans Affairs .
| Admission | https://www.sfasu.edu/admissions-and-aid |
|---|---|
| Financial Aid | https://www.sfasu.edu/finaid |
| Net Price Calculator | https://apps.highered.texas.gov/apps/npc/?fice=003624 |
| Veterans Tuition | https://www.sfasu.edu/sbs/tuition-fees/exemptions-waivers |
| Disability Service | https://www.sfasu.edu/disabilityservices/ |
Admission Statistics Charts
The following chart visualizes the admission statistics at SFA and compares to similar schools by type, level and location.
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS).
Test Scores Comparison
In 2025, the average SAT score at Stephen F Austin State University is 1,060 and the average ACT score is 21. Compared to similar schools in college rankings, the admission score of Stephen F Austin State University is comparable to the schools (average score is 1,080). You can check and compare the SAT and ACT scores by subject with tables and charts.
| SAT Average | ACT Average | |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen F Austin State University | 1,060 | 21 |
| Similarly Colleges in Rankings | 1,080 | 22 |
| All U.S. Colleges | 1,123 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges | 1,112 | 67 |
| 4-Years Colleges | 1,124 | 68 |
| Public, 4-Years Colleges in Texas | 1,075 | 62 |
SAT/ACT Scores by Subject
At Stephen F Austin State University, 941 students submitted SAT scores (43% of enrolled students).
The average SAT score is about 1,060 and it is around average than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Texas. The following table shows the SAT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence-Based Reading and Writing | 500 | 540 | 600 |
| Mathematics | 470 | 520 | 570 |
| Total | 970 | 1,060 | 1,170 |
*Data Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)(Last update: June 5, 2025)
At Stephen F Austin State University, 260 students submitted ACT scores (12% of enrolled students).
The average ACT score is about 21 and it is lower than average for Public, 4-Years Colleges in Texas. The next table shows the ACT average scores by subject and 25th/75th percentile.
| 25th percentile | 50th percentile (Median) | 75th percentile | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Composite | 18 | 21 | 24 |
| English | 17 | 21 | 23 |
| Mathematics | 17 | 19 | 23 |
SFA Admission Requirements
The following table summarizes the admission requirement to apply to Stephen F Austin State University. The school requires 3 items to submit - Secondary school rank, Secondary school record, and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language).
3 items are Considered if submitted - Secondary school GPA, Completion of college-preparatory program, and Admission test scores.
| Secondary school GPA | Considered, if submitted |
| Secondary school rank | Required |
| Secondary school record | Required |
| Completion of college-preparatory program | Considered, if submitted |
| Recommendations | Not Considered |
| Formal demonstration of competencies | Not Considered |
| Admission test scores | Considered, if submitted |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | Required |
| Work experience | Not Considered |
| Personal statement or essay | Not Considered |
| Legacy status | Not Considered |