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Albion College Admission Requirements

Albion, Michigan

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Your chances of getting into Albion College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

66.5%
Admission Difficulty for Albion College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Albion College is 66.5%.  Its admission rate is the 12th lowest in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

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

Albion College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 4,541 out of the 6,827 who applied were admitted.

Albion College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.48. 9% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Albion College?

67% 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 Albion College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.48 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1050 on the SAT
  • Score 23 on the ACT

Albion College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.48

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Albion College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Albion College are to have around a 3.48 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Albion College accepts 67% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Albion College is 3.48 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #19 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Albion College 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 3.5 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 Albion College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 12.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 22.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 21.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 15.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 15.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% 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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Albion College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Albion 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 

930-1160

Applicants Submitting SAT 

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SAT Scores for Albion College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 460
Math 25th Percentile 470
Composite 25th Percentile 930
SAT Scores for Albion College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 590
Math 75th Percentile 570
Composite 75th Percentile 1160
Average SAT Score 1050

SAT Scores you need to get in

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

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Albion College is 1050 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 930-1160. Students who get into Albion College score in the top 73 percent of all SAT test takers..  Albion College ranks #28 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1050 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Albion College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 930 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 930, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 810, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Albion 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 1050 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 1045, you have around a 67% chance of being admitted. A 1160 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Albion College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1160 and Above Good >79%
1045 to 1160 Avg + 67%-79%
930 to 1045 Avg - 52%-67%
815 to 930 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 815 Low <36%
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Albion College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-27 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

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ACT Scores for Albion College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 17
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Albion College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 27
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 27
Average ACT Score 23

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Albion College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Albion College is 23, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 27.  The school ranks #15 in Michigan for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 23. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 15.

0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Albion College.

Score Submission Requirements

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

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Albion College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 23 score has around 67% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 27 ACT score.

Albion College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
27 and Above Good >79%
23 to 27 Avg + 67%-79%
19 to 23 Avg - 52%-67%
15 to 19 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 15 Low <36%
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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Albion College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 3,710 3,117 6,827
Accepted 2,736 1,805 4,541
Acceptance Rate 74% 58% 67%
Enrolled 218 200 418
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 8% 11% 9%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Albion 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 Required to be considered for admission
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
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 Albion College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Albion College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.48 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1050 on the SAT and 23 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=168546 IPEDS survey data for Albion College.

Last updated February 24, 2024