Madonna University Admission Requirements

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Madonna University Admission Overview

Madonna University admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year Madonna University admitted 63.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.35 GPA (B+) and SAT 880-1080. Madonna 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

Madonna University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

63.4%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Admission difficulty for Madonna University

Acceptance Rate

The Madonna University acceptance rate is 63.4%. Last year, 973 of 1,535 applicants were admitted. That is the 7th lowest acceptance rate in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

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

Madonna University 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.

Madonna University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.35. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 25% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

Madonna University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.35

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.35

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Madonna University typically have around a 3.35 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. Madonna University is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #27 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 Madonna University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 6.0% Good
3.75 to 3.99 21.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 14.0% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 21.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.0% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 19.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 5.0% 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

Madonna University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

880-1080

Freshmen who sent SAT

23%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 460
  • Math 420
  • Composite 880
SAT 25th percentile scores for Madonna University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 540
  • Math 540
  • Composite 1080
SAT 75th percentile scores for Madonna University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at Madonna University typically score around a 980 SAT (middle 50% 880–1080) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 36th percentile nationally. Madonna University ranks #32 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 880 to 1080

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SAT policy

Madonna 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 980 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 Madonna University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1080+ Above 75th >76%
980 to 1080 Avg + 63%-76%
880 to 980 Avg - 47%-63%
Below 880 Below mid-50 <47%

What do these figures mean?

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

Madonna University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen reporting ACT

2%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 25th percentile scores for Madonna University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English N/A
  • Math N/A
  • Composite N/A
ACT 75th percentile scores for Madonna University

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

69% of Madonna University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 34% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Madonna University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 10%
Top 25% of class 34%
Top 50% of class 69%

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.

Madonna University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 971 564 1,535
Accepted 593 380 973
Acceptance Rate 61% 67% 63%
Enrolled 128 117 245
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 22% 31% 25%

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

Application Requirements

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

Madonna 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 Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Required to be considered for admission

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Madonna University 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 Madonna 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

Madonna University is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 63.4% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.35 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (880-1080); 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=170806.

GPA calculator: Madonna University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026