Can you get into Grinnell College?
Grinnell, Iowa
Grinnell College admits about 13% of applicants, making it highly selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1418–1550, ACT composites around 31–34, about a 3.75 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether Grinnell College is a reach, match, or safety for you.
Grinnell College admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 13%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1418–1550
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 31–34
- Average GPA
- 3.75
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into Grinnell College?
- Grinnell College has an acceptance rate of about 13%, which makes it highly selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into Grinnell College?
- Admitted students at Grinnell College have an average GPA of about 3.75. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for Grinnell College?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at Grinnell College have SAT scores between 1418–1550 and ACT composites between 31–34.
- What are my chances of getting into Grinnell College?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether Grinnell College is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.