South University - West Palm Beach SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
The striking contrast here is that South University West Palm Beach is very accessible, with 100% acceptance and 100% freshman retention, but its 17% six-year graduation rate makes follow-through the key question. Since it is test-optional, submit scores only if they strengthen your academic profile, then focus on cost, program fit, and support.
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South University - West Palm Beach facts and stats
South University - West Palm Beach enrolls 251 undergraduates in a suburban setting. South University West Palm Beach reports a 100% freshman retention rate, above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 17%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 12:1.
Royal Palm Beach, FL

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Key South University - West Palm Beach application dates
Key dates
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Early Action
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Early Decision
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Priority Deadline
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Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional South University West Palm Beach, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes if superscoring could help, and plan for your last fall retake to be the final test date whose scores can arrive before your application deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
South University West Palm Beach is a private for-profit institution, and costs can vary by program and enrollment level. Review tuition, fees, and available aid options to estimate your net cost before applying.

As a private for-profit institution, South University West Palm Beach’s total cost will depend on program, enrollment, fees, and living arrangements. Students should compare tuition and fees with housing, books, transportation, and personal expenses, then factor in grants, scholarships, loans, and any employer or military benefits. Net price can vary widely by financial need and aid eligibility, so families should use the school’s financial aid process to estimate actual out-of-pocket costs.
Student life at South University - West Palm Beach
Student activities and organization details coming soon.
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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