What division is Dalton State?

Dalton State competes at the NAIA level in the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC).

What GPA do you need for Dalton State?

The average GPA at Dalton State is 3.1. A competitive GPA is recommended for this program.

How big is Dalton State?

Dalton State has an enrollment of approximately 4,553 students in a urban setting.

What is the acceptance rate at Dalton State?

Dalton State has an acceptance rate of 100%.

How do I get recruited to play at Dalton State?

To get recruited at Dalton State, start by building your athletic and academic profile on RawRecruit. Our AI Fit Score algorithm compares your stats against Dalton State's historical roster data across 5 dimensions. You can access coaching staff contact information including emails and phone numbers to reach out directly.

Dalton State

Dalton, GANAIASouthern States Athletic Conference (SSAC)

Updated July 27, 2026

HSIVisit school website

NAIA

Division

4,553

Enrollment

3.1

Avg GPA

100%

Acceptance

25%

Graduation

71%

Retention

What this means for recruiting: Competitive academics. Most recruits clear the 3.1+ GPA bar.

Dalton State is a NAIA program in the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC), located in Dalton, GA. We map basketball and track & field at Dalton State, with Fit Score matching across 5 dimensions and coaching staff and roster history for track & field. HSI designated institution.

Academics

Avg GPA

3.1

Graduation

25%

Acceptance

100%

Student:Faculty

21:1

Retention

71%

Campus & Location

Setting

Urban

Climate

Warm

Median Earnings

$37,491

Coaching Staff26 coaches across track & field

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About Dalton State Athletics

Dalton State is a NAIA athletic program located in Dalton, GA, competing in the Southern States Athletic Conference (SSAC). With an enrollment of 4,553 students, Dalton State offers a mid-size campus environment for student-athletes. We map coaching staff and roster history for track & field at Dalton State, visible to signed-in athletes.

The average admissions GPA at Dalton State is 3.1. The school maintains a 25% graduation rate.

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