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Adrian College

Adrian, MI 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate76%
Acceptance Rate76%

Adrian College Admissions

If you are planning on applying to Adrian College, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Adrian College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Adrian College's admissions stats.

Adrian College 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.2
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 8%
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 21%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 7%
Waitlist No

Adrian College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Adrian College.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––
Regular Decision Yes August 1 ––

Considering Applying Early to Adrian College?


Adrian College does not offer early decision or early action.

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


More on Adrian College Admissions


Transferring to Adrian College

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Adrian College

Adrian College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Adrian College Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Adrian College

What does Adrian College 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
Academic GPA Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Character/Personal Qualities Considered
Class Rank Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
First Generation Considered
Interview Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record Considered
Volunteer Work Considered

Make sure to check with Adrian College for more information on admission factors.

Adrian College Application Requirements

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

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Interview
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Adrian College?

Students admitted to Adrian College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.2.

Out of all students that were admitted, 54% submitted a class rank. At Adrian College 8% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 26% were in the top 25% and 56% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Adrian College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 8%
3.75 and 3.99 10%
3.50 and 3.74 20%
3.25 and 3.49 12%
3.00 and 3.24 16%
2.50 and 2.9 19%
2.00 and 2.49 12%

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 Adrian College 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

Adrian College considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Adrian College is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 21% of Adrian College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 7% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Adrian College?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Adrian College students scored 570 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Adrian College students scored 580 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Adrian College?

To be most competitive at Adrian College, 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 Adrian College'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 Adrian College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Adrian College

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Adrian College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Adrian College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term


Adrian College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Adrian College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Adrian College.

Does Adrian College accept transfer credits?

✅ Adrian College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Adrian College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • Life Long Learning Credit

Does Adrian College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Adrian College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Adrian College?

❌ No, Adrian College is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to send your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Adrian College's acceptance rate?

✅ Adrian College's acceptance rate is 76%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Adrian College?

❌ Adrian College does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About Adrian College?

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Adrian College Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

76%

How hard is it to get into Adrian College? Adrian College is a somewhat selective institution. The Adrian College acceptance rate is 76%. This means that the institution accepts 75 out of every 100 applicants.

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Adrian College Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Adrian College is Aug 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Adrian College is Aug 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Adrian College ACT Scores

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ACT Range

19 - 25

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

25 and Above

Good

19 to 25

Avg

19 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to Adrian College is 22. Students with an ACT score of 25 and above have a good chance of getting into Adrian College. Students with an ACT score that falls between 19 and 25 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 19 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

Adrian College SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

Not available

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Math SAT Range

460 - 570

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Reading SAT Range

480 - 580

Adrian College GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.2

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Adrian College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.2. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,871

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

76%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$39,396

Out-of-State

$39,396

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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