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 is test-optional for 2026-27. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.
Adrian College 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.
Low
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 The average high school GPA for incoming freshmen on a 4.0 scale.
3.2Typical High School Grades Letter grade on a 4.0 scale for last year's average, not a cutoff.
B+Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.2
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.
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 The middle 50% of enrolled testers who sent SAT. The maximum score is 1600.
873-1140Freshmen who sent SAT Share of enrolled freshmen who submitted SAT scores. This is enrolled testers, not all applicants.
22%25th Percentile Scores
- Reading 443
- Math 430
- Composite 873
75th Percentile Scores
- Reading 580
- Math 560
- Composite 1140
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
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.
Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025
Adrian College 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.
21-27Freshmen reporting ACT Percent of enrolled freshmen who reported ACT. Counts enrolled testers, not the full applicant pool.
5%25th Percentile Scores
- English 22
- Math 19
- Composite 21
75th Percentile Scores
- English 31
- Math 27
- Composite 27
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
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.
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.
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 Adrian College and what student information is used for admission decisions?
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, 2027Days left to Apply
335Applicants 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
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