Albion College: what international applicants need

What are Albion College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Albion College has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026 and Early Action on December 1, 2026. It also admits on a rolling basis.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is Albion College's acceptance rate?

80.7% for students who started in fall 2024: Albion College admitted 5,182 of its 6,421 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Albion College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. Albion College is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is Albion College's application fee for international students?

Albion College's application fee is $25 for international applicants, while US applicants pay nothing.

Does Albion College accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. Albion College accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does Albion College accept?

Albion College doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Albion College require?

Albion College doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Albion College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Albion College doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Albion College have?

69 of Albion College's 1,308 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 5.3%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Albion College cost for international students?

Albion College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $56,950, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $12,830. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $71,580 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source

Does Albion College give financial aid to international students?

Yes. In 2025-26, Albion College gave institutional scholarships or grants to 74 international undergraduates.

• Number of international students aided: the university's Common Data Set 2025-26 Source