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.