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76.4%Acceptance
$12,240Tuition
6,004Students
54%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$51,955Earnings
#16 in MichiganPublic4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
76.4%
Average SAT
1,075
SAT Range (25th–75th)
970–1,180
ACT Composite (avg)
23
Total Enrollment
6,004

Admissions Overview

Saginaw Valley State University is less selective, accepting 76% of applicants. This means most students with solid academic records will gain admission. The middle 50% of admitted students score between 970-1180 on the SAT, with an average of 1075. Students typically need around a B average to be competitive for admission. The university draws 97% of its students from Michigan, reflecting its mission as a regional institution. SVSU looks for students who want practical, career-focused education in fields like business, education, and health sciences. The school values students who will contribute to its close-knit campus community of just over 6,000 students.