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Southwestern Michigan College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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ACT RangeN/A
Average GPAN/A
Acceptance Rate99.2%

With a 99.2% acceptance rate, Southwestern Michigan College is built to be accessible, so your strategy should start with fit, cost, and readiness rather than wondering whether you have a chance. Since it is test-optional, submit scores only if they strengthen your file or help with advising and placement.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Southwestern Michigan College facts and stats

Quick Facts

Southwestern Michigan College enrolls about 2,000 undergraduate students. Southwestern Michigan College is located in a rural campus setting. The student-to-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Location

Dowagiac, MI

Undergrad Enrollment2,000
Freshman RetentionN/A
SettingRural
Student to Faculty Ratio17:1
Graduation RateN/A
Test PolicyTest-optional
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Key Southwestern Michigan College application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Financial Aid Priority

May 1

Test dates

SAT 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

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit SAT or ACT scores to Southwestern Michigan College, aim 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 improve your submitted result. Since Southwestern Michigan College does not offer Early Decision or Early Action, check your intended application deadline to decide which fall retake is the latest that will arrive in time.

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What you'll actually pay

Southwestern Michigan College is a public college with in-state tuition of $5,937 and out-of-state tuition of $6,464. To be considered for financial aid, submit the FAFSA by the May 1 priority deadline.

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In-State Tuition$5,937
Out-of-State Tuition$6,464
Room and BoardN/A
Average Merit AwardN/A
Application FeeN/A
Students on AidN/A
Average Aid PackageN/A
Average Debt at GradN/A

Southwestern Michigan College’s out-of-state tuition is $6,464, compared with $5,937 for in-state tuition. Because it is a public college, what students actually pay can vary based on tuition category, fees, living expenses, and financial need. Students should review the full cost of attendance and available aid to estimate their net cost.

Student life at Southwestern Michigan College

Activities and Organizations
Drama and theater
Choral groups
Housing

21% of undergrads live on campus

Freshman housing: No guarantee

Coed
Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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