Muskegon Community College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Muskegon CC’s 100% acceptance rate means access is broad, but the 69% freshman retention rate shows that starting with a clear academic plan matters. Since the school is test-optional, use SAT or ACT scores strategically if they support placement, readiness, or transfer goals.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Muskegon Community College facts and stats
Muskegon Community College enrolls about 3,617 undergraduate students in an urban campus setting. Muskegon CC has a freshman retention rate of 69%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 18:1.
Muskegon, MI

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Key Muskegon Community College 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
May 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 SAT or ACT scores to test-optional Muskegon CC, plan to take your first test by the spring of junior year. Use the summer before senior year and the fall for retakes, especially if superscoring could help, and choose your last fall test based on the application deadline for your program.
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What you'll actually pay
Muskegon CC lists in-state tuition at $9,108 and out-of-state tuition at $12,744. To be considered for financial aid on time, submit the FAFSA by the May 1 priority deadline.

Muskegon Community College’s out-of-state tuition is $12,744, while the in-state tuition rate is $9,108. Room and board is $5,598, so students should budget beyond tuition for housing, meals, books, transportation, and personal expenses. Actual net cost can vary based on grant eligibility, scholarships, and other financial aid.
Student life at Muskegon Community College
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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