Eastern Michigan University Admission Requirements

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Eastern Michigan University Admission Overview

Eastern Michigan University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Eastern Michigan University admitted 79.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.37 GPA (B+) and SAT 920-1170 / ACT 18-27. Eastern Michigan 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

Eastern Michigan University is test-optional. You choose whether to send SAT or ACT.

Source: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Eastern Michigan University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

79.6%

Admission Standards

Moderate

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The Eastern Michigan University acceptance rate is 79.6%. Last year, 16,992 of 21,337 applicants were admitted. That is the 22nd lowest acceptance rate in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

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

Eastern Michigan 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.

Eastern Michigan University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.37. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 10% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Eastern Michigan University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.37

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.37

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Eastern Michigan University typically have around a 3.37 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. Eastern Michigan University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #26 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 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 Eastern Michigan University freshmen
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	9.6%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	17.33%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	16.92%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	17.78%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	14.43%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	18.64%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	4.89%	Reach
1.00 to 1.99	0.41%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Eastern Michigan University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

920-1170

Freshmen who sent SAT

68%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 480
Math 440
Composite 920

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 600
Math 570
Composite 1170

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Eastern Michigan University typically score around a 1050 SAT (middle 50% 920–1170) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 49th percentile nationally. Eastern Michigan University ranks #26 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 920 to 1170

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

Eastern Michigan 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 1050 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 Eastern Michigan University
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1170+	Above 75th	>88%
1050 to 1170	Avg +	80%-88%
920 to 1050	Avg -	68%-80%
Below 920	Below mid-50	<68%

What do these figures mean?

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

Eastern Michigan University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-27

Freshmen reporting ACT

25th Percentile Scores

English 18
Math 16
Composite 18

75th Percentile Scores

English 26
Math 26
Composite 27

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Eastern Michigan University typically have around a 22 ACT (mid-50 18–27) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 63rd percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Eastern Michigan University places #19 among colleges in Michigan for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 27

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 22.0 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 Eastern Michigan University
ACT Score (36 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
27+	Above 75th	>89%
22 to 27	Avg +	80%-89%
18 to 22	Avg -	69%-80%
Below 18	Below mid-50	<69%

How to read these figures

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

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.

Eastern Michigan University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	12,413	8,924	21,337
Accepted	10,170	6,822	16,992
Acceptance Rate	82%	76%	80%
Enrolled	945	705	1,650
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	9%	10%	10%

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

Application Requirements

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

Eastern Michigan 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 considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations	Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies	Not considered for admission, even if submitted

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Eastern Michigan University is $35.

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

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Eastern Michigan 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

Eastern Michigan University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 79.6% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.37 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (920-1170); otherwise withhold. Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

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