MidlandU Admission Requirements

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MidlandU Admission Overview

MidlandU admission requirements are moderately competitive. Last year MidlandU admitted 66.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.26 GPA (B+) and SAT 963-1170 / ACT 17-23. MidlandU 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

MidlandU Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

66.1%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Low

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Admission difficulty for Midland University

Acceptance Rate

The MidlandU acceptance rate is 66.1%. Last year, 927 of 1,402 applicants were admitted. That is the 4th lowest acceptance rate in Nebraska.

Admission Selectivity

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

MidlandU 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.

Midland University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.26. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 31% of those admitted chose to enroll.

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

MidlandU GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.26

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.26

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at MidlandU typically have around a 3.26 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. MidlandU is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #13 in Nebraska for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

MidlandU SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

963-1170

Freshmen who sent SAT

11%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 490
  • Math 473
  • Composite 963
SAT 25th percentile scores for Midland University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 590
  • Math 580
  • Composite 1170
SAT 75th percentile scores for Midland University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at MidlandU typically score around a 1070 SAT (middle 50% 963–1170) out of 1600. That is last year's class, not a cutoff. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 53rd percentile nationally. MidlandU ranks #6 in the state of Nebraska for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 963 to 1170

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

SAT policy

MidlandU 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 1070 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 Midland University
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
1170+ Above 75th >79%
1070 to 1170 Avg + 67%-79%
963 to 1070 Avg - 51%-67%
Below 963 Below mid-50 <51%

What do these figures mean?

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

MidlandU ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

17-23

Freshmen reporting ACT

44%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 15
  • Math 16
  • Composite 17
ACT 25th percentile scores for Midland University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 22
  • Math 24
  • Composite 23
ACT 75th percentile scores for Midland University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at MidlandU typically have around a 20 ACT (mid-50 17–23) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 51st percentile of ACT takers nationwide. MidlandU places #10 among colleges in Nebraska for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 17 to 23

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 20.0 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 Midland University
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
23+ Above 75th >79%
20 to 23 Avg + 66%-79%
17 to 20 Avg - 51%-66%
Below 17 Below mid-50 <51%

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.

Open the MidlandU chances calculator

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Midland University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 647 736 1,402
Accepted 401 512 927
Acceptance Rate 62% 70% 66%
Enrolled 119 172 291
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 30% 34% 31%

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

Application Requirements

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

Midland 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 required for admission, but considered 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 Midland 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 Midland 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

MidlandU is test-optional for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 66.1% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.26 GPA (about an B+ average). Send SAT/ACT if you are at or above this campus mid-50 (963-1170); 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=181330.

GPA calculator: Midland University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026