Adrian College Admission Requirements

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Adrian College Admission Overview

Adrian College admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Adrian College admitted 72.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.2 GPA (B+) and SAT 873-1140 / ACT 21-27. Adrian College 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

Adrian College Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

72.5%

Admission Standards

Easy

Applicant Competition

Low

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Admission difficulty for Adrian College

Acceptance Rate

The Adrian College acceptance rate is 72.5%. Last year, 1,803 of 2,486 applicants were admitted. That is the 16th lowest acceptance rate in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

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

Adrian College is a moderately competitive school to get into, admitting a large majority of applicants. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

Adrian College typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.2. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 26% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Adrian College GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.2

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.2

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Adrian College typically have around a 3.2 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have about average high school grades. Adrian College is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #34 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.2 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled Adrian College freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 8.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 10.0% Good
3.50 to 3.74 20.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 12.0% Avg +
3.00 to 3.24 16.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 19.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 12.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 3.0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Adrian College Test Policy

Test Submission Requirements

Adrian College is test-optional for first-year applicants. SAT or ACT scores are not required. If you have scores and want them reviewed, you may send them; the college will consider them with your application.

Cycle: 2026-27. Source: https://adrian.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/catalog/undergraduate-admissions/requirements-and-procedures

Adrian College SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

873-1140

Freshmen who sent SAT

22%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 443
  • Math 430
  • Composite 873
SAT 25th percentile scores for Adrian College

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 580
  • Math 560
  • Composite 1140
SAT 75th percentile scores for Adrian College

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Adrian College typically score around a 1010 SAT (middle 50% 873–1140) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 41st percentile nationally. Adrian College ranks #30 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 873 to 1140

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Adrian College 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 1010 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.

SAT ranges vs last year's enrolled testers at Adrian College
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1140+ Above 75th >84%
1010 to 1140 Avg + 73%-84%
873 to 1010 Avg - 59%-73%
Below 873 Below mid-50 <59%

What do these figures mean?

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Adrian College ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

21-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

5%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 22
  • Math 19
  • Composite 21
ACT 25th percentile scores for Adrian College

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 31
  • Math 27
  • Composite 27
ACT 75th percentile scores for Adrian College

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Adrian College typically have around a 24 ACT (mid-50 21–27) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 73rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Adrian College places #12 among colleges in Michigan for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 21 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Adrian College without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 24.0 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.

ACT bands compared with last year's enrolled testers at Adrian College
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
27+ Above 75th >84%
24 to 27 Avg + 73%-84%
21 to 24 Avg - 59%-73%
Below 21 Below mid-50 <59%

How to read these figures

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

56% of Adrian College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 26% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Adrian College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 8%
Top 25% of class 26%
Top 50% of class 56%

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Adrian College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 999 1,476 2,486
Accepted 730 1,066 1,803
Acceptance Rate 73% 72% 73%
Enrolled 165 309 475
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 23% 29% 26%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

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

Adrian College application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Test scores: school admissions site, 2026-27. Other fields: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

335

Applicants have 335 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Aug 1, 2027.

Application Fee

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

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Adrian College
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

Adrian College is test-optional for 2026-27. Last year it admitted 72.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.2 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (873-1140); 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=168528.

GPA calculator: Adrian College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026