Finlandia University
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Finlandia University can be found in Hancock, MI, a nonprofit private college which focuses on only a select few programs offered. Finlandia University has only around 610 enrolled students, which allows them to offer higher teacher to student ratios.
The majority of students getting into this school have scored in-between 17 to 22 on the ACT. By applying sampled GPA data from over 150 schools, we are able to estimate that the Finlandia University average GPA ranges from 2.80 to 3.14 for accepted students. 59% of all those who apply are granted admission to Finlandia University, from which 21% choose to attend.
Overall Finlandia University Acceptance Rate - Fall 2013

The overall acceptance rate for Finlandia University was reported as 58.8% in Fall 2013 with over 872 college applications submitted to this school. Both in state and out of state applicants are included in these figures. We do not have data on transfer acceptance rates currently.
Accepted Applicants Profile
- ACT Scores: 17 - 22
- Average GPA: 2.80 - 3.14
How Hard Is It to Get into Finlandia University?
Applicant Selectivity: Medium
The applicant selectivity of Finlandia University is about average, as determined by collecting standardized test scores e.g. ACT/SAT and high school average GPA ranges of students who were granted admissions from previous years.
Historical Trend and Acceptance Rate 2019 Projection
The historical trend chart shows acceptance rates from the previous years, from which we have projected the acceptance rate for the 2019-2020 school year. The overall acceptance rate trend for Finlandia University has been getting much higher in the past few years.
Acceptance Rate By Year
- 2009-2010: 58.2%
- 2010-2011: 27.4%
- 2011-2012: 66.4%
- 2012-2013: 77.8%
- 2013-2014: 58.8%
- Projected Acceptance Rate 2019-2020: 61.4%
How Does Finlandia University Compare?
The acceptance rate for Finlandia University is six percent higher than the national average of all colleges which is around 55.5%.
Nearby Similar College Acceptance Rates
School | Acceptance Rate |
---|---|
Northland College | 59.1% |
Silver Lake College of the Holy Family | 60.0% |
Ripon College | 75.2% |
Minneapolis College of Art and Design | 59.0% |
University of Minnesota-Rochester | 54.2% |
Admissions Rates & Enrollment Rates - Details
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
- High School GPA Scores are Required
- High School Class Rankings are Recommended
- School Records are Required
- College Prep Classes are Recommended
- Standardized Test Scores (SAT,ACT,...) are Required
- TOEFL Exam (Foreign Language Students) are Required
Number of Applicants, Percent Accepted, and Enrolled Students (Fall 2013)
Total | Male | Female | |
---|---|---|---|
Applicants | 872 | 55.6% | 44.4% |
Admitted | 513 | 45.0% | 55.0% |
Enrolled | 109 | 56.0% | 44.0% |
Average ACT/SAT Scores of Applicants to Finlandia University (Fall 2013)
ACT® | Score Range |
---|---|
English | 15 - 22 |
Math | 16 - 22 |
Composite Score | 17 - 22 |