Northwood University, Michigan Campus

Northwood University, Michigan Campus is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Northwood University, Michigan Campus is 77%. Last year, 1,036 students applied to Northwood University, Michigan Campus and 793 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Northwood University, Michigan Campus, the fee for the application costs $30.

Northwood University, Michigan Campus Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Northwood University, Michigan Campus's admissions stats.

Northwood University, Michigan Campus 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	9%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	84%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	25%
Waitlist	No

Northwood University, Michigan Campus Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Northwood University, Michigan Campus.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to Northwood University, Michigan Campus?

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Northwood University, Michigan Campus does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ Discover a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Northwood University, Michigan Campus Admissions

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Is Northwood University, Michigan Campus Difficult To Get Into?

Northwood University Michigan Campus is a moderately difficult school to get into. Northwood University Michigan Campus evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Northwood University Michigan Campus accepted 77% of all applicants, approximately 793 of the 1,036 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Northwood University Michigan Campus, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Northwood University, Michigan Campus

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Northwood University, Michigan Campus

Northwood University, Michigan Campus has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Northwood University, Michigan Campus Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Northwood University, Michigan Campus

What does Northwood University, Michigan Campus consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Important
Class Rank	Important
Application Essay	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Interview	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

Make sure to check with Northwood University, Michigan Campus for more information on admission factors.

Northwood University, Michigan Campus Application Requirements

To apply to Northwood University, Michigan Campus, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Northwood University, Michigan Campus's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Northwood University, Michigan Campus?

Students admitted to Northwood University, Michigan Campus have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 38% submitted a class rank. At Northwood University, Michigan Campus 9% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 31% were in the top 25% and 72% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Northwood University, Michigan Campus, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	11.74%
3.75 and 3.99	18.64%
3.50 and 3.74	17.82%
3.25 and 3.49	15.76%
3.00 and 3.24	13.37%
2.50 and 2.9	15.78%
2.00 and 2.49	6.89%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Northwood University, Michigan Campus directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Northwood University, Michigan Campus does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 84% of Northwood University, Michigan Campus's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 25% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Northwood University, Michigan Campus?

To be competitive with other Northwood University, Michigan Campus applicants, you should aim to score between 1000 and 1180 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Northwood University, Michigan Campus 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1180 and 25% of scored lower than 1000, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Northwood University, Michigan Campus students scored 590 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Northwood University, Michigan Campus students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

To be most competitive at Northwood University, Michigan Campus, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Northwood University, Michigan Campus's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.

A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Northwood University, Michigan Campus students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

More Information on Transferring to Northwood University, Michigan Campus

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Northwood University, Michigan Campus. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Northwood University, Michigan Campus during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Northwood University, Michigan Campus Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Northwood University, Michigan Campus?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Northwood University, Michigan Campus.

Does Northwood University, Michigan Campus accept transfer credits?

✅ Northwood University, Michigan Campus accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Northwood University, Michigan Campus accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Northwood University, Michigan Campus accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Northwood University, Michigan Campus accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Northwood University, Michigan Campus?

✅ Northwood University, Michigan Campus is not test optional.

What is Northwood University, Michigan Campus's acceptance rate?

✅ Northwood University, Michigan Campus's acceptance rate is 77%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Northwood University, Michigan Campus?

❌ Northwood University, Michigan Campus does not offer early decision.

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