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Your chances of getting into Rose Hulman Institute of Technology

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

73%
Admission Difficulty for Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
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Admission Standards Exceptional 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Rose-Hulman is 73%.  Its admission rate is the 15th lowest in Indiana.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Rose-Hulman and can you get accepted?

Rose-Hulman is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 3,659 out of the 5,011 who applied were admitted.

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology typically accepts and attracts "A/A+" average high school students with an average GPA around 4.0. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top ten percent of their high school class or better. 16% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Rose-Hulman?

73% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Rose Hulman Institute of Technology you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 4.0 or better
  • Earn A/A+ grades in high school
  • Score 1390 on the SAT
  • Score 30 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 10% of your high school class

Rose-Hulman GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

4.0

Typical High School Grades 

A/A+

What GPA do you need to get into Rose Hulman Institute of Technology?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Rose-Hulman are to have around a 4.0 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Rose-Hulman accepts 73% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Rose-Hulman is 4.0 on the 4.0 scale. 60% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A/A+ letter grades and regularly score around 97-100 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #1 in Indiana for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Rose-Hulman is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 4.0 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Rose Hulman Institute of Technology students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 60.1% Avg +
3.75 to 3.99 22.6% Avg -
3.50 to 3.74 11.5% Reach
3.25 to 3.49 4.4% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 1.2% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 0.2% Low
2.00 to 2.49 0% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Rose-Hulman SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Rose Hulman Institute of Technology. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 42% of students submitted SAT scores and 31% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1290-1483

Applicants Submitting SAT 

42%
SAT Scores for Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 620
Math 25th Percentile 670
Composite 25th Percentile 1290
SAT Scores for Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 720
Math 75th Percentile 763
Composite 75th Percentile 1483
Average SAT Score 1390

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Rose Hulman Institute of Technology?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Rose-Hulman is 1390 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1290-1483. Students who get into Rose Hulman Institute of Technology score in the top 13 percent of all SAT test takers..  Rose-Hulman ranks #2 in the state of Indiana and #106 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1390 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Rose-Hulman regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1290 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1290, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1190, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1390 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1386, you have around a 73% chance of being admitted. A 1483 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 84% chance of getting in.

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1483 and Above Good >84%
1386 to 1483 Avg + 73%-84%
1290 to 1386 Avg - 59%-73%
1194 to 1290 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 1194 Low <43%
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Rose-Hulman ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

27-33 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

31%
ACT Scores for Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 25
Math 25th Percentile 28
Composite 25th Percentile 27
ACT Scores for Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 34
Math 75th Percentile 34
Composite 75th Percentile 33
Average ACT Score 30

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Rose-Hulman?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Rose-Hulman is 30, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 27 and 33.  The school ranks #2 in Indiana and #124 in the U.S. for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 30. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 27 and score in the score in the top 15 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 24.

31 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Rose Hulman Institute of Technology.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Rose Hulman Institute of Technology is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Rose-Hulman for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 30 score has around 73% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 84% with a 33 ACT score.

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
33 and Above Good >84%
30 to 33 Avg + 73%-84%
27 to 30 Avg - 59%-73%
24 to 27 Reach 43%-59%
Less than 24 Low <43%
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High School Class Rank

66% of Rose Hulman Institute of Technology freshman are in the top ten percent of their high school graduating class. For your application to be competitive, you need to graduate at the top of your class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Rose Hulman Institute of Technology students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 66%
Top 25% of class 91%
Top 50% of class 99%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,133 3,878 5,011
Accepted 895 2,764 3,659
Acceptance Rate 79% 71% 73%
Enrolled 126 476 602
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 14% 17% 16%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Mar 1, 2025

Days left to Apply

100

Applicants have 100 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Mar 1, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Rose Hulman Institute of Technology is $60.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Rose Hulman Institute of Technology and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Rose Hulman Institute of Technology Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Rose-Hulman is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 4.0 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1390 on the SAT and 30 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=152318 IPEDS survey data for Rose Hulman Institute of Technology.

Last updated February 24, 2024