Nicolet College SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements
Nicolet’s 100% acceptance rate means your main focus should be starting in the right program and staying on track once enrolled. Since it is test-optional, use SAT or ACT scores only if they help with placement or advising, and pay close attention to support resources given the 62% freshman retention rate.
Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.
Nicolet College facts and stats
Nicolet College is a rural institution with 1,384 undergraduates. Nicolet reports a 62% freshman retention rate. The student-to-faculty ratio is 9:1.
Rhinelander, WI

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Key Nicolet 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 Nicolet, take your first test by the spring of junior year and save the summer before senior year for a retake. Since Nicolet does not offer Early Action or Early Decision, use the fall of senior year for one more retake if scores will arrive by the regular admission deadline.
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What you'll actually pay
Nicolet is a public college with in-state tuition of $4,455 and out-of-state tuition of $6,728. To be considered for financial aid on time, submit the FAFSA by the May 1 priority deadline.

Nicolet’s out-of-state tuition is $6,728, while in-state tuition is $4,455. Room and board is listed at $9,148, so housing and meal costs can be a major part of the overall budget. Actual net price can be lower depending on financial need, grants, scholarships, and other aid eligibility.
Student life at Nicolet College
Campus housing details coming soon.
No fraternity or sorority life on campus.
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