Admissions Overview
The admission process at Hillsdale College has a 21% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Hillsdale College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
21%
Very Selective
Application Volume
2,773
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
62%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Hillsdale College has a 21% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Hillsdale College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalEnglish Proficiency Test
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Hillsdale College. About 22% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,340 to 1,510. Additionally, about 29% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 30 to 33.
SAT Scores
22% of students submitted400
1600
1340 – 1510
200
800
670 – 760
200
800
670 – 750
ACT Scores
29% of students submitted1
36
30 – 33
1
36
31 – 35
1
36
27 – 35
Admission Statistics
2,773 students applied to HILLSDALE. Of those, 21% were accepted (571 students). Of these 571 accepted students, 353 chose to enroll.
2,773
Total Applicants
571
Students Admitted
353
Students Enrolled
21%
Acceptance Rate