Kalamazoo College Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Kalamazoo College
Kalamazoo College
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
72.8%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Very High | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into Kalamazoo College and can I get accepted? The school has a 73% acceptance rate ranking it #28 in Michigan for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,454 out of 3,371 applicants were admitted making Kalamazoo College a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has very high requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 22 percent. Only 17% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1180-1380Applicants Submitting SAT
-| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 600 |
| SAT Math 25th | 580 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1180 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 690 |
| SAT Math 75th | 690 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1380 |
| Average SAT Score | 1280 |
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What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Kalamazoo College?
Kalamazoo College typically requires applicants to be in the top 27 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1180 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1080. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1280 out of 1600. The school ranks #3 in Michigan for highest average SAT composite score. 0 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
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Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1380 and Above | Good | >82% |
| 1280 to 1380 | Avg + | 73%-82% |
| 1180 to 1280 | Avg - | 61%-73% |
| 1080 to 1180 | Reach | 48%-61% |
| Less than 1080 | Low | <48% |
Kalamazoo College ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
26-30Applicants Submitting ACT
-| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 25 |
| ACT Math 25th | 25 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 26 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 33 |
| ACT Math 75th | 30 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 30 |
| Average ACT Score | 28 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Kalamazoo College?
Admission data indicates that Kalamazoo College regularly accepts students with ACT's of 26 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 18 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 24 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 28 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 30 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #2 in Michigan for highest average ACT composite score. 0 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Kalamazoo College.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 30 and Above | Good | >82% |
| 28 to 30 | Avg + | 73%-82% |
| 26 to 28 | Avg - | 61%-73% |
| 24 to 26 | Reach | 48%-61% |
| Less than 24 | Low | <48% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Kalamazoo College has not reported high school GPA data for its accepted students.
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,022 | 1,349 | 3,371 |
| Accepted | 1,504 | 950 | 2,454 |
| Acceptance Rate | 74% | 70% | 73% |
| Enrolled | 238 | 170 | 408 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 16% | 18% | 17% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Kalamazoo College and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Required |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is my chance of getting into Kalamazoo College?
73% of those who apply are granted admission to Kalamazoo College. Admission competition is low and the college has very high admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Kalamazoo College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1180 and 1380. 0% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Kalamazoo College?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 26 and 30. 0% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.