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Kettering College Admission Requirements

Kettering, Ohio

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Your chances of getting into Kettering College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

34.4%
Admission Difficulty for Kettering College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Easy 
Applicant Competition High 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Kettering College is 34.4%.  Its admission rate is the 4th lowest in Ohio and the 133rd lowest the nation.

Admission Selectivity

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

Kettering College is a highly competitive school to get into. You have a moderate chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 202 out of the 587 who applied were admitted.

Kettering College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.41. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 49% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Kettering College?

34% 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 Kettering College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.41 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Kettering College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.41

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Kettering College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Kettering College are to have around a 3.41 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Kettering College will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Kettering College 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 #39 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Kettering College 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.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Kettering College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Kettering College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 57% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT 

-
SAT Scores for Kettering College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile N/A
Math 25th Percentile N/A
Composite 25th Percentile N/A
SAT Scores for Kettering College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile N/A
Math 75th Percentile N/A
Composite 75th Percentile N/A
Average SAT Score N/A
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Kettering College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

19-24 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

57%
ACT Scores for Kettering College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 18
Math 25th Percentile 18
Composite 25th Percentile 19
ACT Scores for Kettering College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 25
Math 75th Percentile 24
Composite 75th Percentile 24
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Kettering College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Kettering College is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 19 and 24.  The school ranks #36 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 19 and score in the score in the top 56 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 16.

57 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Kettering College.

Score Submission Requirements

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

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Kettering College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 34% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 53% with a 24 ACT score.

Kettering College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
24 and Above Good >53%
21 to 24 Avg + 34%-53%
19 to 21 Avg - 24%-34%
17 to 19 Reach 16%-24%
Less than 17 Low <16%
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High School Class Rank

53% of Kettering College freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 22% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Kettering College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 22%
Top 25% of class 53%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

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Admission Statistics

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

Kettering College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 487 100 587
Accepted 166 36 202
Acceptance Rate 34% 36% 34%
Enrolled 80 18 98
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 48% 50% 49%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Kettering College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Kettering College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Kettering College 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Kettering College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Other Colleges to Apply To 

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=203544 IPEDS survey data for Kettering College.

Last updated February 24, 2024