Rose-Hulman Admission Requirements
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Rose-Hulman Admission Overview
Rose-Hulman admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Rose-Hulman admitted 76.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 4.0 GPA (A/A+) and SAT 1320-1500 / ACT 29-34. Rose-Hulman is test-optional, so you choose whether to send SAT or ACT. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Rose-Hulman is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Rose-Hulman Acceptance Rate
Admission Rate & Difficulty
Acceptance rate Share of applicants offered admission last year.
Admission Standards Measure of enrolled testers' SAT/ACT scores vs. other colleges.
Applicant Competition Measure of this school's acceptance rate vs. other colleges. A low acceptance rate indicates high competition.
Very Low
Admission difficulty for Rose Hulman Institute of Technology
Acceptance Rate
The Rose-Hulman acceptance rate is 76.9%. Last year, 4,686 of 6,097 applicants were admitted. That is the 21st lowest acceptance rate in Indiana.
Admission Selectivity
How hard is it to get into Rose-Hulman and can you get accepted?
Rose-Hulman is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile. Getting an offer is relatively likely compared with more selective schools, but last year's class still posted a strong academic profile.
Rose Hulman Institute of Technology typically 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. 13% of those admitted chose to enroll.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Rose-Hulman GPA
GPA of enrolled freshmen
Avg. High School GPA The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
4.0Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
A/A+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 4.0
Average GPA
Enrolled freshmen at Rose-Hulman typically have around a 4.0 GPA (A/A+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have exceptionally good grades. Rose-Hulman is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.
60% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #1 in Indiana for highest average GPA.
See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 4.0 GPA range.
Competitiveness by GPA Ranges
Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.
GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024
Rose-Hulman SAT Scores
SAT scores of enrolled freshmen
SAT Range The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
1320-1500Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
53%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 650
- Math 670
- Composite 1320
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 730
- Math 770
- Composite 1500
Average SAT
Enrolled testers at Rose-Hulman typically score around a 1410 SAT (middle 50% 1320–1500) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 96th percentile nationally. Rose-Hulman ranks #2 in the state of Indiana and #94 in the nation for highest average SAT composite score.
SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 1320 to 1500
SAT policy
Rose-Hulman is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT. If you send a score, it is considered.
View other colleges which accept students in the 1410 SAT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How SAT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares SAT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. It is not a personal chance of admission. If you withhold SAT, skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Rose-Hulman ACT Scores
ACT scores among enrolled freshmen
ACT Range Mid-50 ACT composite among enrolled testers who sent ACT. The scale tops out at 36.
29-34Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
29%25th Percentile Scores
- English 28
- Math 29
- Composite 29
75th Percentile Scores
- English 35
- Math 35
- Composite 34
Average ACT
Incoming testers at Rose-Hulman typically have around a 31 ACT (mid-50 29–34) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 95th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Rose-Hulman places #2 among colleges in Indiana and #97 nationwide for highest average ACT composite.
ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 29 to 34
ACT policy
You may apply to Rose-Hulman without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.
See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 31.0 ACT score range.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
How ACT scores compare with last year's enrolled testers
This table compares ACT ranges with last year's enrolled testers and the school's acceptance rate. They are not your individual odds. If you leave ACT off your application, you can skip this table.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
High School Class Rank
Class Rank of Admitted Students
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.
Data Source, Peterson's Data
Estimate How You Compare
See how your GPA and scores compare with last year's enrolled testers. You can mark that you will withhold scores.
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Admission Statistics
Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Rose Hulman Institute of Technology and what student information is used for admission decisions?
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Fall 2027 Application Deadline
Applications Due
Mar 1, 2027Days left to Apply
182Applicants have 182 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Mar 1, 2027.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Rose Hulman Institute of Technology is $65.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Credits Accepted
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Admission summary
Rose-Hulman is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 76.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 4.0 GPA (about an A/A+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (1320-1500); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=152318.
GPA calculator: Rose Hulman Institute of Technology GPA calculator.
Last updated: August 2026