Admissions Overview
The admission process at Saginaw Valley State University has a 76% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Saginaw Valley State University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
76%
Less Selective
Application Volume
9,330
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
19%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Saginaw Valley State University has a 76% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Saginaw Valley State University 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
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
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 Saginaw Valley State University. About 84% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 970 to 1,180. Additionally, about 5% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 20 to 25.
SAT Scores
84% of students submitted400
1600
970 – 1180
200
800
490 – 590
200
800
480 – 590
ACT Scores
5% of students submitted1
36
20 – 25
1
36
19 – 25
1
36
18 – 25
Admission Statistics
9,330 students applied to SVSU. Of those, 76% were accepted (7,125 students). Of these 7,125 accepted students, 1,337 chose to enroll.
9,330
Total Applicants
7,125
Students Admitted
1,337
Students Enrolled
76%
Acceptance Rate