Madonna University Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into Madonna University

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted

63.4%

Admission Standards

Extremely Easy

Applicant Competition

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Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Madonna University is 63.4%. Its admission rate is the 7th lowest in Michigan.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Madonna University and can you get accepted?

Madonna University is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 973 out of the 1,535 who applied were admitted.

Madonna University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.35. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 25% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into Madonna University you should:

Have a high school GPA of 3.35 or better
Earn B+ grades in high school
Score 980 on the SAT
Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Madonna University GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

3.35

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.35

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GPA Requirements & Average GPA

The GPA requirements for getting into Madonna University are to have around a 3.35 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale. You are required to have above average high school grades. Because applicant competition is relatively low, students who meet the average GPA requirements typically have a good chance of acceptance.

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 #27 in Michigan for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Madonna University 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.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Madonna University students
High School GPA	Freshmen Within Range	Competitiveness
4.0	6.0%	Good
3.75 to 3.99	21.0%	Avg +
3.50 to 3.74	14.0%	Avg +
3.25 to 3.49	21.0%	Avg -
3.00 to 3.24	14.0%	Avg -
2.50 to 2.99	19.0%	Reach
2.00 to 2.49	5.0%	Low
1.00 to 1.99	0%	Low
less than 1.00	0%	Low

What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

Madonna University SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

880-1080

Applicants Submitting SAT

23%

25th Percentile Scores

Reading 460
Math 420
Composite 880

75th Percentile Scores

Reading 540
Math 540
Composite 1080

SAT Scores You Need to Get In

The average SAT score at Madonna University is 980 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 880-1080. Students who get into Madonna University score in the top 81 percent of all SAT test takers. Madonna University ranks #32 in the state of Michigan for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 880 to 1080

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To be most competitive with other applicants, target scoring 980 or above on the SAT. Madonna University regularly admits students with scores down to 880; three quarters of admitted students score higher, and admission should be considered a reach if you score below 880. Some students may be accepted with SAT scores as low as 780, though scores that low are outside the normal range. Because applicant competition is relatively low, students who meet the average SAT requirements typically have a good chance of acceptance.

Submission Requirements

Submission of SAT scores is not required for admission to Madonna University. If you optionally submit an SAT score, it will be considered with your application, but it is not mandatory. 23% of students submitted SAT scores for admission for the most recent academic year.

View other colleges which accept students in the 980 SAT score range.

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

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

These estimated admission chances at Madonna University are based on SAT score and the school's acceptance rate, assuming an otherwise average GPA and application. Because applicant competition is relatively low, students with scores near or above the average typically have a good chance of acceptance.

Madonna University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale)	Competitiveness	Admission Chances
1080 and Above	Strong	>76%
980 to 1080	Avg +	63%-76%
880 to 980	Avg -	47%-63%
780 to 880	Reach	32%-47%
Less than 780	Low	<32%

What do these chances mean?

Madonna University ACT Scores

ACT Score Profile & Requirements

ACT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT

Lower Quartile Scores

English N/A
Math N/A
Overall N/A

Upper Quartile Scores

English N/A
Math N/A
Overall N/A

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

High School Class Rank

Class Rank of Admitted Students

69% of Madonna University freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 34% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Madonna University students
High School Class Rank	Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class	10%
Top 25% of class	34%
Top 50% of class	69%

Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

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

Madonna University admission statistics
	Women	Men	Total
Applied	971	564	1,535
Accepted	593	380	973
Acceptance Rate	61%	67%	63%
Enrolled	128	117	245
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield)	22%	31%	25%

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

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Madonna University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Madonna University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Madonna University 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 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	Required to be considered for admission

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at Madonna University
Credit Type	Accepted
AP Credit	Yes
Dual Credit	Yes
Credit for Life Experiences	Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Madonna University is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria.

A 3.35 GPA gives you a very good likelihood of getting in. Graduating in the top half of your class will also help your chances. SAT scores around 980 can further strengthen your application.