SAU Acceptance Rate and SAT/ACT Scores

Spring Arbor University Admission Requirements and Statistics

[updated for 2024-2025 admission data]

How hard is SAU to get into?

This page provides the latest information on Spring Arbor University (SAU)'s admission process, acceptance rate, and student profile. SAU's acceptance rate is 51.52% for 2024-2025 admission. A total of 2,527 students applied and 1,302 were admitted to the school. It means that your chances of getting into SAU is not low.

To apply to SAU, it is required to submit high school GPA and record. The SAT and ACT score is not required, but considered for admission. In addition, english proficiency test score is also considered (required).

SAU's acceptance rate is the 3rd lowest among 44 Michigan colleges with competitive admission.
The median SAT score is 1170 at SAU. SAU's SAT score ranks 9th out of 25 Michigan colleges that consider SAT score for admission.
SAU's yield rate is 16.51%, which is significantly lower by 20.28 percentage points (approximately 55.1% lower) compared to similar colleges with acceptance rates between 50% and 60% (average yield: 36.79%). You can compare colleges with similar acceptance rates to SAU at colleges with acceptance rates between 50% and 60%.

Admission Statistics

For the academic year 2024-25, SAU's acceptance rate is 51.52% and the yield (also known as enrollment rate) is 16.51%. 884 men and 1,643 women applied to SAU and 437 men and 865 women students were accepted.

Among them, 73 men and 142 women were enrolled in SAU. You can explore the SAU's admission rates and SAT score trends over the past decade, including year-by-year data and analysis, by visiting Admission Trends page.

Acceptance Rate and Admission Statistics at SAU
	Total	Men	Women	Another Gender	Gender Unknown
Applicants	2,527	884	1,643	0	0
Admitted	1,302	437	865	0	0
Enrolled	215	73	142	0	0
Acceptance Rate	51.52%	49.43%	52.65%	-	-
Yield	16.51%	16.70%	16.42%	-	-

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2024)

Spring Arbor University 2025 Acceptance Rate By Gender chart

Median SAT and ACT Score

For the academic year 2025, 8 students (4% of enrolled students) submitted SAT scores as part of the admission process at SAU.

The median SAT score for admitted students is 1,170, including 595 in SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing (EBRW) and 575 in SAT Math. The 75th percentile SAT EBRW score is 630 and the 25th percentile is 540. For SAT Math, the 75th percentile score is 610 and the 25th percentile is 470.

2025 SAT and ACT Scores at SAU
	25^th Percentile	50^th Percentile (Median)	75^th Percentile
SAT Total	1,010	1,170	1,240
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing	540	595	630
SAT Math	470	575	610

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) (Last update: December 11, 2024)

Application Requirements

It requires to submit High School GPA, High School Record (or Transcript), and English Proficiency Test to its applicants.

The SAT and ACT test score is not required, but considered in admission process at SAU. The english proficiency test is required .

The next table summarizes the application requirements to apply Spring Arbor University.

For more admission information such as minimum GPA and deadlines, see its online application page .

SAU Admission Requirements
High School GPA	Required
High School Rank	Considered, if submitted
High School Record (or Transcript)	Required
Completion of College Preparatory Program	Considered, if submitted
Recommendations	Considered, if submitted
Formal Demonstration of Competencies	Considered, if submitted
SAT / ACT	Considered, if submitted
English Proficiency Test	Required
Other Test (Wonderlic,WISC-III,etc)	Not Considered
Work experience	Not Considered
Personal statement or essay	Not Considered
Legacy status	Not Considered

General Admissions Information

The following provides general admission information for applying to SAU:

Open Admission Policy: No
Undergraduate Application Fees: -
Graduate Application Fees: -
Admission Information: https://springarbor.edu/admissions-and-aid/index.php
Online Application: https://springarbor.edu/admissions/apply/
Calendar System: Semester
Course for High School Students: Not Offered
Credits Accepted: Credits for Life Experiences, Advanced placement (AP) Credits
Degree Offered: Associate, Bachelor, Post-Bachelor Certificate, Master, Post-Master Certificate, Doctoral (Professional Practice)

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What is the acceptance rate at the SAU?

SAU is less competitive, with an acceptance rate of 51.52%.

What SAT or ACT scores are required for admission to SAU?

SAU recommends submitting SAT or ACT scores, but they are not strictly required for admission. The average SAT score required for admission to SAU is 1,170. A higher SAT score will strengthen your application.

Does SAU require essays or personal statements?

SAU does not require or recommend a personal essay or statement for admission. However, they may be required for certain programs or scholarships.

Are recommendation letters required for SAU admission?

SAU recommends submitting a recommendation letter, but it is not strictly required.

Is there an application fee?

SAU does not require an application fee for undergraduate or graduate admission.

Do I need to submit my high school transcript?

Yes, SAU requires applicants to submit high school GPA, high school record or transcript as part of the admission process.

Are there any specific admission requirements for international students?

Yes, SAU requires international applicants to submit an English proficiency test (like TOEFL or IELTS) as part of the application.

What is SAT code and ACT code for SAU?

The institutional SAT code for SAU is 1732.