Empire College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
With a 95.6% acceptance rate, Empire College is likely to be accessible if you meet its basic requirements. Your strategy should focus on confirming the program fits your goals, understanding the $15,000 cost, and using SAT or ACT prep to keep stronger options open across your college list.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Empire College facts and stats
Empire College is an urban institution. Empire College is situated in a city setting, which shapes the surrounding campus environment. Its profile identifies an urban campus setting for students considering the school.
Santa Rosa, CA

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Key Empire College application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
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Early Action
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Early Decision
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Priority Deadline
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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 plan to submit SAT or ACT scores to Empire College, aim for your first test by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and fall retakes to improve your score, with your final retake chosen so scores arrive before Empire College’s earliest application deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
Empire College is a private for-profit institution with tuition and fees of $15,000. As you compare costs, review grants, scholarships, and federal aid options to estimate what you may pay after aid.

Empire College’s estimated total cost of attendance is $35,604, including $15,000 in tuition and fees and $20,604 for room and board. Because it is a private for-profit institution, students should compare the published price with any grants, scholarships, or other aid they qualify for. Actual out-of-pocket costs can vary based on financial need, housing choices, and available funding.
Student life at Empire College
Student activities and organization details coming soon.
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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