Test-optional colleges in Michigan
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 (42)
| College | Federal test policy | SAT middle 50% | ACT middle 50% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adrian College | Considered but not required | 873–1140 | 21–27 |
| Albion College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Alma College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Andrews University | Considered but not required | 990–1290 | 20–26 |
| Aquinas College | Considered but not required | 910–1140 | 20–26 |
| Arizona College of Nursing-Southfield | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Baker College | Considered but not required | 960–1160 | — |
| Calvin University | Considered but not required | 1083–1330 | 24–30 |
| Central Michigan University | Considered but not required | 960–1200 | 21–27 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Cleary University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| College for Creative Studies | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Concordia University Ann Arbor | Considered but not required | — | — |
| Cornerstone University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Davenport University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Eastern Michigan University | Considered but not required | 920–1170 | 18–27 |
| Ferris State University | Considered but not required | 890–1120 | 20–24 |
| Grace Christian University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Grand Valley State University | Considered but not required | 940–1190 | 22–30 |
| Hillsdale College | Considered but not required | 1320–1490 | 30–33 |
| Hope College | Considered but not required | 1100–1340 | 25–31 |
| Kalamazoo College | Considered but not required | 1170–1380 | 20–29 |
| Kettering University | Considered but not required | 1160–1330 | 26–30 |
| Kuyper College | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Lawrence Technological University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Madonna University | Considered but not required | 880–1080 | — |
| Michigan State University | Considered but not required | 1180–1360 | 25–31 |
| Michigan Technological University | Considered but not required | 1130–1350 | 25–31 |
| Northern Michigan University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Northwood University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Oakland University | Considered but not required | 1030–1230 | — |
| Rochester Christian University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Saginaw Valley State University | Considered but not required | 920–1170 | 18–26 |
| Spring Arbor University | Considered but not required | 1010–1240 | — |
| The University of Olivet | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| University of Detroit Mercy | Considered but not required | 1030–1260 | 22–28 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | Considered but not required | 1360–1530 | 31–34 |
| University of Michigan-Dearborn | Considered but not required | 990–1255 | 24–28 |
| University of Michigan-Flint | Considered but not required | 970–1243 | 19–24 |
| Wayne State University | Considered but not required | 1060–1270 | 23–29 |
| Western Michigan University | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
| Yeshiva Gedolah of Greater Detroit | Neither required nor recommended | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, admissions test requirements and SAT/ACT percentiles, 2024–25. Cost and aid in Michigan · SAT guide · ACT guide