Marion Military Institute SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
MMI admits most applicants, but the 46% freshman retention rate is the stat to take seriously: choose this environment intentionally and be ready for its structure. Even though MMI is test-optional, 79% submit ACT scores, so aim for a 23 or higher if you want testing to show you can handle the coursework.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Marion Military Institute facts and stats
Marion Military Institute is a small undergraduate institution with an enrollment of 332 students. MMI is located in a rural campus setting and has an 11:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Its freshman retention rate is 46%.
Marion, AL
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Key Marion Military Institute application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
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Financial Aid Priority
March 1
Test dates
August 22, 2026
Registration deadline: August 7, 2026
September 12, 2026
Registration deadline: August 28, 2026
October 3, 2026
Registration deadline: September 18, 2026
September 19, 2026
Registration deadline: August 14, 2026
October 17, 2026
Registration deadline: September 11, 2026
December 12, 2026
Registration deadline: November 6, 2026
If you choose to submit scores to test-optional MMI, plan your first SAT or ACT by spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year plus fall retakes for superscoring. Since MMI does not offer Early Decision or Early Action, confirm the Regular Decision deadline and make your last fall retake the latest SAT or ACT date whose scores will arrive by that deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
MMI is a public institution with in-state tuition of $6,000 and out-of-state tuition of $12,000. To be considered for financial aid on time, submit the FAFSA by the March 1 priority deadline.

MMI’s out-of-state tuition is $12,000, compared with $6,000 for in-state students, and room and board is $4,950. Because Marion Military Institute is public, the total price can vary depending on a student’s tuition category and housing plans. Financial aid may lower the amount students actually pay based on need and eligibility.
Student life at Marion Military Institute
100% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: Guaranteed
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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Acceptance rate: 58%
SAT: 830–1033
ACT: 14–19
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Montgomery, ALAcceptance rate: 73.1%
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ACT: 18–21
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Montgomery, ALAcceptance rate: 97.5%
SAT: 828–1041
ACT: 15–20
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Alexander City, ALAcceptance rate: 100%
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