Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 20.6%
- Average SAT
- 1,440
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,360–1,520
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 32
- Total Enrollment
- 1,563
Admissions Overview
Hillsdale College is selective, accepting just 21% of applicants. This means you'll face real competition for admission, but it's not quite as intense as the most top schools. Successful students typically score between 1360-1520 on the SAT or around 32 on the ACT. The college seeks intellectually serious students who embrace its classical liberal arts mission and commitment to Western civilization. You should demonstrate strong academic preparation, particularly in literature, history, and philosophy. The admissions committee values students who share the college's emphasis on constitutional principles and individual liberty. Your essays and interviews will matter in showing your alignment with Hillsdale's distinctive educational philosophy.