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Spring Arbor University

Spring Arbor, Michigan · Private

65%acceptance rate
935–1165SAT middle 50%
17–25ACT middle 50%
$21,720average net price

Spring Arbor University admitted 65% of 1,453 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 935–1165 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 59% of students graduate within six years.

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Application deadlines

Spring Arbor University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
Rolling admission

The application is free.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Spring Arbor University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Spring Arbor University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Spring Arbor University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • Course rigor
  • GPA
  • Character

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Class rank
  • Test scores
  • Recommendations
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Religion
  • Showing interest

Not considered

  • Essay
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • State residency
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 3.60 GPA. 19% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.021%
  • 3.75–3.9927%
  • 3.50–3.7418%
  • 3.25–3.4911%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.999%
  • 2.00–2.492%
  • Under 2.0–

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $46,120 a year. After grants, students paid $21,720 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$16,569
  • $30–48k$18,940
  • $48–75k$18,556
  • $75–110k$21,635
  • $110k+$23,328

Quick answers

What is Spring Arbor University’s acceptance rate?

Spring Arbor University admitted 65% of applicants: 947 of 1,453 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).

When is Spring Arbor University’s application deadline?

Spring Arbor University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.

What SAT score do you need for Spring Arbor University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 935 to 1165, with a median around 1060. A score at or above 1060 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Spring Arbor University’s application fee?

The application is free for 2026–27.

Does Spring Arbor University have supplemental essays?

No. Spring Arbor University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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