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

Unlock your future with Acely
Adaptive SAT and ACT practice that meets you where you are and gets you to your target score.
Key Southwestern Michigan College application dates
Key dates
Regular Decision
—
Early Action
Not offered
Early Decision
Not offered
Priority Deadline
—
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 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.
Want to improve your scores and unlock scholarships at Southwestern Michigan College?
Higher test scores can mean bigger merit awards. Acely helps you get there faster.
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.

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
21% of undergrads live on campus
Freshman housing: No guarantee
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
Similar schools
Adrian College
Adrian, MIAcceptance rate: 72.6%
SAT: 940–1160
ACT: 21–27
Albion College
Albion, MIAcceptance rate: 80.7%
Alma College
Alma, MIAcceptance rate: 57%
SAT: 950–1170
ACT: 22–29
Alpena Community College
Alpena, MIAcceptance rate: 65.7%
Ready to fit Southwestern Michigan College's core benchmarks?
Start practicing today and track your progress toward a competitive score.