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#34 Best Private Colleges in Massachusetts

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Springfield, Massachusetts

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Your chances of getting into American International College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

89.4%
Admission Difficulty for American International College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Extremely Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at AIC is 89.4%.  Its admission rate is the 59th lowest in Massachusetts.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into AIC and can you get accepted?

American International College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 2,419 out of the 2,707 who applied were admitted.

American International College typically accepts and attracts "B-" average high school students with an average GPA around 2.91. 14% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into AIC?

89% 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 American International College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 2.91 or better
  • Earn B- grades in high school
  • Score 1030 on the SAT

AIC GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

2.91

Typical High School Grades 

B-

What GPA do you need to get into American International College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into AIC are to have around a 2.91 high school GPA. You can get into AIC with slightly below average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 2.91 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as AIC accepts 89% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at AIC is 2.91 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B- letter grades and regularly score around 80-82 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #58 in Massachusetts for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since AIC 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 2.9 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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AIC SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to American International College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. .

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

940-1110

Applicants Submitting SAT 

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SAT Scores for American International College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 470
Math 25th Percentile 470
Composite 25th Percentile 940
SAT Scores for American International College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 555
Math 75th Percentile 555
Composite 75th Percentile 1110
Average SAT Score 1030

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to American International College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at AIC is 1030 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 940-1110. Students who get into American International College score in the top 71 percent of all SAT test takers..  AIC ranks #49 in the state of Massachusetts for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1030 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. AIC regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 940 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 940, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 850, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

American International College 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 1030 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 1025, you have around a 89% chance of being admitted. A 1110 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 94% chance of getting in.

American International College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1110 and Above Good >94%
1025 to 1110 Avg + 89%-94%
940 to 1025 Avg - 81%-89%
855 to 940 Reach 69%-81%
Less than 855 Low <69%
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AIC ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT 

-
ACT Scores for American International College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
ACT Scores for American International College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average ACT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

American International College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,428 1,278 2,707
Accepted 1,298 1,120 2,419
Acceptance Rate 91% 88% 89%
Enrolled 138 193 331
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 11% 17% 14%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Sep 7, 2024

Days left to Apply

None

The application deadline for Fall 2024 has passed. Applications were due on Sep 7, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to American International College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to American International College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

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

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at American International College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=164447 IPEDS survey data for American International College.

Last updated February 24, 2024