Test-optional colleges in Indiana
These colleges told the U.S. Department of Education that SAT or ACT scores are not required for admission (College Scorecard, 2024–25). Policies change and can differ for international applicants, scholarships or specific programs, so confirm on each college's admissions page.
Colleges (41)
| College | Federal test policy | SAT middle 50% | ACT middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anderson University | Considered but not required | 900–1150 | 17–24 |
| Ball State University | Considered but not required | 1080–1260 | 20–24 |
| Bethel University | Considered but not required | 900–1150 | 16–24 |
| Butler University | Considered but not required | 1160–1350 | 26–31 |
| Chamberlain University-Indiana | Considered but not required | — | — |
| DePauw University | Considered but not required | 1200–1410 | 28–32 |
| Earlham College | Considered but not required | 1110–1290 | 24–33 |
| Franklin College | Considered but not required | 1060–1240 | 20–26 |
| Goshen College | Considered but not required | 880–1110 | — |
| Grace College and Theological Seminary | Considered but not required | 1000–1200 | 21–27 |
| Hanover College | Considered but not required | 1110–1280 | 23–29 |
| Holy Cross College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Huntington University | Considered but not required | 930–1150 | 18–26 |
| Indiana Institute of Technology | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Indiana State University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Indiana University-Bloomington | Considered but not required | 1170–1400 | 27–33 |
| Indiana University-East | Considered but not required | 960–1170 | 19–24 |
| Indiana University-Indianapolis | Considered but not required | 1030–1240 | 21–29 |
| Indiana University-Kokomo | Considered but not required | 960–1150 | 21–27 |
| Indiana University-Northwest | Considered but not required | 910–1180 | 18–26 |
| Indiana University-South Bend | Considered but not required | 950–1190 | 21–23 |
| Indiana University-Southeast | Considered but not required | 970–1180 | 20–25 |
| Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion | Considered but not required | 960–1180 | 19–28 |
| Manchester University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Marian University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Oakland City University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Purdue University Fort Wayne | Considered but not required | 970–1220 | 22–29 |
| Purdue University Northwest | Considered but not required | 890–1140 | 16–24 |
| Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology | Considered but not required | 1320–1500 | 29–34 |
| Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Saint Mary's College | Considered but not required | 1130–1325 | 26–30 |
| Taylor University | Considered but not required | 1070–1330 | 24–31 |
| Trine University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Trine University-Regional/Non-Traditional Campuses | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| University of Evansville | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| University of Indianapolis | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| University of Notre Dame | Considered but not required | 1455–1560 | 33–35 |
| University of Saint Francis-Fort Wayne | Considered but not required | 870–1070 | 17–24 |
| Valparaiso University | Considered but not required | 1060–1280 | 23–31 |
| Veritas Baptist College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Wabash College | Considered but not required | 1060–1270 | 23–28 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, admissions test requirements and SAT/ACT percentiles, 2024–25. Cost and aid in Indiana · SAT guide · ACT guide