Kettering College Admission Requirements

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Kettering College Admission Overview

Kettering College admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year Kettering College admitted 76.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.41 GPA (B+) and ACT 19-24. Kettering College 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

Kettering College Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

76.5%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Acceptance Rate

The Kettering College acceptance rate is 76.5%. Last year, 124 of 162 applicants were admitted. That is the 37th lowest acceptance rate in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

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

Kettering College 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.

Kettering College typically 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. Of those admitted, 71% enrolled. That suggests Kettering College is a top choice for many students who are offered a place.

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

Kettering College GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.41

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.41

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Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at Kettering College typically have around a 3.41 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. Kettering College is test-optional. If you withhold SAT or ACT, GPA carries more weight.

The school ranks #39 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Kettering College Test Policy

Test Submission Requirements

Kettering College does not require SAT or ACT scores if you have a 3.0 high school GPA. The 2026-27 Academic Bulletin also waives scores if you graduated more than five years ago, have 24 college credits, or applied from outside the United States. Regular admission otherwise looks for a 2.5 GPA plus a 19 ACT (math 17) or 995 SAT, or a math placement test.

Cycle: 2026-27. Source: https://kc.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026-2027-KC-Academic-Bulletin-06-01-2026.pdf

Kettering College SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

Not Reported

Freshmen who sent SAT

-

25th Percentile Scores

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SAT 25th percentile scores for Kettering College

75th Percentile Scores

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SAT 75th percentile scores for Kettering College

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

Kettering College ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

19-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

55%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 18
  • Math 18
  • Composite 19
ACT 25th percentile scores for Kettering College

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 25
  • Math 24
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for Kettering College

Average ACT

Incoming testers at Kettering College typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 19–24) on the 36 scale. That reflects last year's enrolled testers, not a cutoff. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. Kettering College places #36 among colleges in Ohio for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 19 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

ACT policy

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

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 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 Kettering College
ACT Score (36 scale) Competitiveness Admission Chances
24+ Above 75th >88%
21 to 24 Avg + 77%-88%
19 to 21 Avg - 67%-77%
Below 19 Below mid-50 <67%

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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Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Kettering College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 148 14 162
Accepted 113 11 124
Acceptance Rate 76% 79% 77%
Enrolled 81 7 88
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 72% 64% 71%

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

Application Requirements

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

Kettering College 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 required for admission, but considered if submitted

Test scores: school admissions site, 2026-27. Other fields: IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Kettering College 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 Kettering College
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

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

Admission summary

Kettering College is test-optional for 2026-27. Last year it admitted 76.5% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.41 GPA (about an B+ average). 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=203544.

GPA calculator: Kettering College GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026