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Hardest colleges to get into in Ohio

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Top 10 colleges in Ohio with the lowest acceptance rates

What are the hardest colleges to get into in Ohio? 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 Ohio below. These are the hardest 4 year colleges to get into in Ohio, and sometimes some of the hardest colleges to get into in the US. You could even say these are the best colleges in Ohio. 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 .

Denison University acceptance rate

Denison University accepted 17.4% of applicants for fall 2024.
Denison University
At Denison University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1410.
  • SAT math: 710
  • SAT reading/writing: 700
The median ACT composite score at Denison University is 31.
Denison University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Kenyon College acceptance rate

Kenyon College accepted 31% of applicants for fall 2024.
Kenyon College
At Kenyon College, the median SAT section scores add up to 1420.
  • SAT math: 700
  • SAT reading/writing: 720
The median ACT composite score at Kenyon College is 32.
Kenyon College considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Case Western Reserve University acceptance rate

Case Western Reserve University accepted 36.5% of applicants for fall 2024.
Case Western Reserve University
At Case Western Reserve University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1510.
  • SAT math: 770
  • SAT reading/writing: 740
The median ACT composite score at Case Western Reserve University is 34.
Case Western Reserve University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Defiance College acceptance rate

Defiance College accepted 47.6% of applicants for fall 2024.
Defiance College
No SAT scores for Defiance College are available for fall 2024.
Defiance College neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Ohio Wesleyan University acceptance rate

Ohio Wesleyan University accepted 55.6% of applicants for fall 2024.
Ohio Wesleyan University
No SAT scores for Ohio Wesleyan University are available for fall 2024.
Ohio Wesleyan University neither requires nor recommends SAT or ACT scores.

Mount Saint Joseph University acceptance rate

Mount Saint Joseph University accepted 59.1% of applicants for fall 2024.
Mount Saint Joseph University
At Mount Saint Joseph University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1070.
  • SAT math: 540
  • SAT reading/writing: 530
The median ACT composite score at Mount Saint Joseph University is 25.
Mount Saint Joseph University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

The College of Wooster acceptance rate

The College of Wooster accepted 59.5% of applicants for fall 2024.
The College of Wooster
At The College of Wooster, the median SAT section scores add up to 1330.
  • SAT math: 650
  • SAT reading/writing: 680
The median ACT composite score at The College of Wooster is 30.
The College of Wooster considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

The University of Akron acceptance rate

The University of Akron accepted 59.7% of applicants for fall 2024.
The University of Akron
At The University of Akron, the median SAT section scores add up to 1040.
  • SAT math: 510
  • SAT reading/writing: 530
The median ACT composite score at The University of Akron is 21.
The University of Akron considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Ohio State University acceptance rate

Ohio State University accepted 60.6% of applicants for fall 2024.
Ohio State University
At Ohio State University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1400.
  • SAT math: 720
  • SAT reading/writing: 680
The median ACT composite score at Ohio State University is 30.
Ohio State University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Cedarville University acceptance rate

Cedarville University accepted 65.3% of applicants for fall 2024.
Cedarville University
At Cedarville University, the median SAT section scores add up to 1230.
  • SAT math: 600
  • SAT reading/writing: 630
The median ACT composite score at Cedarville University is 26.
Cedarville University considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them.

Conclusion

Getting into any college is an accomplishment, but these schools are arguably the hardest to get into in Ohio. 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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