Admissions Details
- Acceptance Rate
- 79.8%
- Average SAT
- 1,165
- SAT Range (25th–75th)
- 1,070–1,260
- ACT Composite (avg)
- 25
- Total Enrollment
- 1,801
Admissions Overview
Roanoke College is less selective with a 79.76% acceptance rate. Most applicants who meet basic requirements get admitted. The middle 50% SAT range spans 1070-1260, while the average ACT score is 25. These scores align with solid B students rather than academic superstars. The college seeks well-rounded students who value close-knit campus community and hands-on learning. With its Lutheran heritage and liberal arts focus, Roanoke looks for students interested in both academic growth and character development. The school particularly attracts pre-professional students planning careers in business, education, or health sciences, along with student-athletes drawn to its 23 Division III sports programs.