Andrews University Admission Requirements

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Andrews University Admission Overview

Andrews University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Andrews University admitted 81.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.64 GPA (A-) and SAT 990-1290 / ACT 20-26. Andrews University 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

Andrews University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

81.9%

Admission Standards

Average

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Andrews University

Acceptance Rate

The Andrews University acceptance rate is 81.9%. Last year, 1,069 of 1,306 applicants were admitted. That is the 25th lowest acceptance rate in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

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

Andrews University 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.

Andrews University typically attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.64. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Andrews University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.64

Typical High School Grades

A-

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.64

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Andrews University typically have around a 3.64 GPA (A-) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have very good grades in high school. Andrews University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

23% of enrolled freshmen had a 4.0. The school ranks #12 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.6 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 Andrews University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 23.05% Good
3.75 to 3.99 30.86% Avg
3.50 to 3.74 17.97% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 9.38% Reach
3.00 to 3.24 7.81% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.77% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.17% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Andrews University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

990-1290

Freshmen who sent SAT

47%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 520
  • Math 470
  • Composite 990
SAT 25th percentile scores for Andrews University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 660
  • Math 630
  • Composite 1290
SAT 75th percentile scores for Andrews University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Andrews University typically score around a 1140 SAT (middle 50% 990–1290) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 66th percentile nationally. Andrews University ranks #11 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 990 to 1290

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Andrews University 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 1140 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 Andrews University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1290+ Above 75th >90%
1140 to 1290 Avg + 82%-90%
990 to 1140 Avg - 71%-82%
Below 990 Below mid-50 <71%

What do these figures mean?

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

Andrews University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

20-26

Freshmen reporting ACT

41%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 19
  • Math 18
  • Composite 20
ACT 25th percentile scores for Andrews University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 27
  • Math 26
  • Composite 26
ACT 75th percentile scores for Andrews University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Andrews University typically have around a 23 ACT (mid-50 20–26) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 68th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Andrews University places #16 among colleges in Michigan for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 20 to 26

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

You may apply to Andrews University without ACT. A score you do send is still reviewed.

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 23.0 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 Andrews University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
26+ Above 75th >90%
23 to 26 Avg + 82%-90%
20 to 23 Avg - 71%-82%
Below 20 Below mid-50 <71%

How to read these figures

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

72% of Andrews University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 46% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Andrews University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 22%
Top 25% of class 46%
Top 50% of class 72%

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.

Andrews University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 729 577 1,306
Accepted 602 467 1,069
Acceptance Rate 83% 81% 82%
Enrolled 140 107 247
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 23% 23% 23%

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

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Andrews University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Andrews University 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Required to be considered for admission
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Andrews University is $30.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Andrews University
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

Andrews University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 81.9% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.64 GPA (about an A- average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (990-1290); 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=168740.

GPA calculator: Andrews University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026