Overall Birmingham Southern College Acceptance Rate
Accepted Applicants Profile
- SAT Scores: 980 - 1200
- ACT Scores: 23 - 29
How Hard Is It to Get into Birmingham Southern College
Applicant Selectivity: Moderately Selective
The selectivity of applicants for undergraduate admissions to Birmingham Southern is considered moderately selective. Many accepted applicants score in the mid-range on the SAT or ACT exam, as well as having a solid high school GPA and number of college prep courses.
How Does Birmingham Southern College Compare to Other Liberal Arts Colleges in AL
No other liberal arts college acceptance rates available.
Admissions Requirements
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
Prospective students must submit the following information with their application to be considered for admission to Birmingham-Southern College:
(1) Official high school transcript; (2) Official ACT or SAT test results; (3) Letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or school administrator; (4) Official interview with admission staff or BSC alumna for test-optional students; and (5) Personal essay between 250 and 500 words.
Unofficial copies or self-reported transcripts and test results will be accepted. If the candidate subsequently enrolls, official transcripts and test results will be required at that time.
Students who opt out of providing test results may complete items 4 and 5 above instead.
Number of Applicants, Percent Admitted, and Enrolled Students
| Total | Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants: | 3679 | 41% | 59% |
| Admitted: | 53 | 57% | 50% |
| Enrolled: | 23 | 25% | 20% |
Average Standardized Test Scores
| SAT Section | Score Range |
|---|---|
| Critical Reading | 480 - 590 |
| Math | 500 - 610 |
| Total Score: | 980 - 1200 |
| ACT Section | Score Range |
|---|---|
| English | 23 - 30 |
| Math | 22 - 28 |
| Composite Score: | 23 - 29 |
