Axe ’Em, Jacks!
The next generation of Lumberjacks
Each year, more than 2,000 high school graduates enter our first-year class and transform into leaders, thinkers and motivated learners. With over 80 undergraduate majors and a supportive, caring campus culture, SFA offers every new Lumberjack a path to success.
You should apply as a first-year student if you:
- plan to attend SFA directly from high school
- or if you have never enrolled at any college or university after high school graduation.
Students who enrolled in college-level coursework prior to high school graduation (dual credit) are considered first-year students.
Admission requirements
Submit all required materials as soon as possible. Applying early opens opportunities for scholarships, financial aid, housing and orientation. Texas residents must be enrolled in the recommended high school program, distinguished high school program or equivalent. Non-residents should be enrolled in a college preparatory high school curriculum.
Standardized test requirements
| High school class rank | SAT | ACT |
|---|---|---|
| Top 25% | No minimum required | No minimum required |
| 2nd Quarter | 1030 | 20 |
| 3rd Quarter | 1170 | 24 |
| 4th Quarter | File Review | File Review |
Test-optional for 2024-25 terms
SFA will admit students in the top 25% automatically. Applicants not in the top 25% will be reviewed for admission based on available information. Test scores are not required, but students are encouraged to submit new or existing scores as they are required for some scholarships. Test scores will never disadvantage a student for admission.
Ready to apply?
To apply, the Office of Admissions must receive your:
- Completed application for admission.
- Official high school transcript (must be received directly from your school).
- Official standardized test scores (Codes: ACT 4188, SAT 6682).
Advanced placement applicants: Also submit your advanced placement scores to receive earned credit.
Applicants with dual-credit: Also submit your official college transcripts (must be received directly from college) to receive earned credit.
Applicants who are home-schooled
Home-schooled applicants for admission who present evidence of completion of a nontraditional secondary education without an official class rank will have a class rank assigned by the Office of Admissions. This process is in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 1543. The class rank will be comparable to the average class rank of other applicants who have equivalent ACT or SAT scores.
As with other applicants, if initial rank and score requirements are not met, a holistic review of the applicant’s file carefully examines all credentials presented. Applicants are encouraged to provide as much detail as possible regarding their academic achievements and extra-curricular involvement when completing their application for admission. An official, notarized home school transcript is required to demonstrate evidence of completion. The Office of Admissions has a notary on staff free of charge.
Applicants with GEDs
The process is the same but will require a holistic file review. This is a careful examination of all the credentials presented by the student to determine whether the applicant not only meets the academic requirements for admission but also possesses the skills and experiences that facilitate a successful career at SFA.
You will need to submit your GED scores to the Office of Admissions.
Review process
Complete applications will be reviewed for admission and decisions communicated on a rolling basis. Applicants will automatically be considered for SFA's Academic Excellence Scholarship.