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Hardest colleges to get into in Indiana

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Top 10 colleges in Indiana with the lowest acceptance rates

What are the hardest colleges to get into in Indiana? We've got you covered. We've compiled a national college database and have created a list of the hardest universities to get into in Indiana below. These are the hardest 4 year colleges to get into in Indiana, and sometimes some of the hardest colleges to get into in the US. You could even say these are the best colleges in Indiana. We also include each college's median SAT and ACT scores so that you can see where you're most competitive. Read on to find out more.

Acceptance rates and test scores are for students who applied to start college in fall 2024, from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard unless an entry names the school's own figures. SAT section scores and ACT scores are medians for enrolled first-year students who submitted them, and an SAT total is the two section medians added together. Published , updated .

University of Notre Dame acceptance rate

University of Notre Dame accepted 11.3% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Notre Dame
At University of Notre Dame, the median SAT section scores add up to 1520.
  • SAT math: 770
  • SAT reading/writing: 750
The median ACT composite score at University of Notre Dame is 34.
University of Notre Dame considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Purdue University acceptance rate

Purdue University accepted 49.9% of applicants for fall 2024.
Purdue University
At Purdue University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1350.
  • SAT math: 690
  • SAT reading/writing: 660
The median ACT composite score at Purdue University is 31.
Purdue University requires SAT or ACT scores.

DePauw University acceptance rate

DePauw University accepted 57.2% of applicants for fall 2024.
DePauw University
At DePauw University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1315.
  • SAT math: 665
  • SAT reading/writing: 650
The median ACT composite score at DePauw University is 31.
DePauw University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Wabash College acceptance rate

Wabash College accepted 63.3% of applicants for fall 2024.
Wabash College
At Wabash College, the median SAT section scores add up to 1170.
  • SAT math: 590
  • SAT reading/writing: 580
The median ACT composite score at Wabash College is 26.
Wabash College considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

University of Indianapolis acceptance rate

University of Indianapolis accepted 66.5% of applicants for fall 2024.
University of Indianapolis
No SAT scores for University of Indianapolis are available for fall 2024.
University of Indianapolis neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Indiana University East acceptance rate

Indiana University East accepted 67.2% of applicants for fall 2024.
Indiana University East
At Indiana University East, the median SAT section scores add up to 1050.
  • SAT math: 520
  • SAT reading/writing: 530
The median ACT composite score at Indiana University East is 21.
Indiana University East considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Manchester University acceptance rate

Manchester University accepted 71.1% of applicants for fall 2024.
Manchester University
No SAT scores for Manchester University are available for fall 2024.
Manchester University neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Earlham College acceptance rate

Earlham College accepted 73.1% of applicants for fall 2024.
Earlham College
At Earlham College, the median SAT section scores add up to 1190.
  • SAT math: 580
  • SAT reading/writing: 610
The median ACT composite score at Earlham College is 27.
Earlham College considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Indiana University Northwest acceptance rate

Indiana University Northwest accepted 73.4% of applicants for fall 2024.
Indiana University Northwest
At Indiana University Northwest, the median SAT section scores add up to 1050.
  • SAT math: 520
  • SAT reading/writing: 530
The median ACT composite score at Indiana University Northwest is 23.
Indiana University Northwest considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Holy Cross College acceptance rate

Holy Cross College accepted 75.2% of applicants for fall 2024.
Holy Cross College
No SAT scores for Holy Cross College are available for fall 2024.
Holy Cross College neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Conclusion

Getting into any college is an accomplishment, but these schools are arguably the hardest to get into in Indiana. Knowledge is power, and we hope this list gives you the key data you need to make a decision on where you should apply. You will want to be above the median SAT or ACT score, and have a strong GPA with good extracurriculars. Good luck!
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