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Your chances of getting into Northwood University Michigan

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

79.7%
Admission Difficulty for Northwood University Michigan
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Very Easy 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Northwood University-Michigan is 79.7%.  Its admission rate is the 28th lowest in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

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

Northwood University Michigan is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,090 out of the 1,368 who applied were admitted.

Northwood University Michigan typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.41. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 23% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Northwood University-Michigan?

80% 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 Northwood University Michigan you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.41 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1060 on the SAT
  • Score 20 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Northwood University-Michigan GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.41

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Northwood University Michigan?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Northwood University-Michigan are to have around a 3.41 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.41 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Northwood University-Michigan accepts 80% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Northwood University-Michigan is 3.41 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 #25 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Northwood University-Michigan 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 3.4 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 Northwood University Michigan students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 11.74% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.64% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 17.82% Avg +
3.25 to 3.49 15.76% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.37% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 15.78% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 6.89% 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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Northwood University-Michigan SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Northwood University Michigan. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 65% of students submitted SAT scores and 9% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

950-1160

Applicants Submitting SAT 

65%
SAT Scores for Northwood University Michigan
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 470
Math 25th Percentile 480
Composite 25th Percentile 950
SAT Scores for Northwood University Michigan
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 580
Math 75th Percentile 580
Composite 75th Percentile 1160
Average SAT Score 1060

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Northwood University Michigan?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Northwood University-Michigan is 1060 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 950-1160. Students who get into Northwood University Michigan score in the top 69 percent of all SAT test takers..  Northwood University-Michigan ranks #24 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1060 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Northwood University-Michigan regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 950 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 950, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 840, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Northwood University Michigan 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 1060 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 1055, you have around a 80% chance of being admitted. A 1160 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 88% chance of getting in.

Northwood University Michigan admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1160 and Above Good >88%
1055 to 1160 Avg + 80%-88%
950 to 1055 Avg - 68%-80%
845 to 950 Reach 53%-68%
Less than 845 Low <53%
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Northwood University-Michigan ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

17-23 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

9%
ACT Scores for Northwood University Michigan
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 15
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 17
ACT Scores for Northwood University Michigan
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 23
Math 75th Percentile 23
Composite 75th Percentile 23
Average ACT Score 20

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Northwood University-Michigan?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Northwood University-Michigan is 20, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 17 and 23.  The school ranks #29 in Michigan for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 20. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 17 and score in the score in the top 69 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

9 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Northwood University Michigan.

Score Submission Requirements

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

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Northwood University-Michigan for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 20 score has around 80% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 88% with a 23 ACT score.

Northwood University Michigan admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
23 and Above Good >88%
20 to 23 Avg + 80%-88%
17 to 20 Avg - 68%-80%
14 to 17 Reach 53%-68%
Less than 14 Low <53%
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High School Class Rank

72% of Northwood University Michigan freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 31% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Northwood University Michigan students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 9%
Top 25% of class 31%
Top 50% of class 72%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Northwood University Michigan admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 467 901 1,368
Accepted 383 707 1,090
Acceptance Rate 82% 78% 80%
Enrolled 87 160 247
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 23% 23% 23%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

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

Application Requirements

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

Northwood University Michigan 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 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 Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Northwood University Michigan
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Northwood University Michigan is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.41 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1060 and ACT of 20 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=171492 IPEDS survey data for Northwood University Michigan.

Last updated February 24, 2024