More selective than 11% of Ohio colleges we cover. U.S. median 77%.
College Scorecard, Fall 2024 entering class
10% of enrolled first-years sent SAT scores, 28% sent ACT scores.
IPEDS Admissions, Fall 2023 entering class
Called “yield.” A high yield means many admitted students choose University of Toledo over other offers.
IPEDS Admissions, Fall 2023 entering class
Applicants, admits and enrollment
IPEDS Admissions, Fall 2023 entering class (first-time, degree-seeking undergraduates). Newer counts arrive with the next IPEDS release.
What University of Toledo weighs when deciding
How much each part of an application counts for first-year applicants, as University of Toledo reports it. Programs with their own criteria (nursing, music, honors) can weigh things differently.
- High school GPA
- SAT/ACT scores
- Rigor of high school courses
- Class rank
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Extracurricular activities
- Talent or ability
- Character and personal qualities
- First-generation college student
- Alumni relation (legacy)
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religious affiliation
- Volunteer work
- Work experience
- Your demonstrated interest
Item C7. Common Data Set 2025-26 (fall 2025 first-year students), published by the college.
Early decision, early action and the waitlist
Items C2, C21-C22. Common Data Set 2025-26 (fall 2025 first-year students), published by the college.
University of Toledo SAT and ACT scores
Scores of enrolled first-year students who submitted them, Fall 2024. A quarter scored below the 25th percentile and a quarter above the 75th. If your score is above the 75th, University of Toledo is likely within reach on scores alone; below the 25th, it is a reach.
| Test | 25th percentile | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT reading & writing | 550 | 650 |
| SAT math | 550 | 650 |
| ACT composite | 23 | 29 |
| SAT total (approx.) | 1100 | 1300 |
College Scorecard, Fall 2024 entering class (reported to IPEDS). SAT total adds the two section scores, an approximation.
University of Toledo admissions year over year
| Entering class | Acceptance | SAT reading | SAT math | ACT | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall 2024 | 92% | 550–650 | 550–650 | 23–29 | College Scorecard |
| Fall 2023 | 95% | 530–640 | 520–660 | 22–28 | IPEDS |
Score ranges are the 25th–75th percentiles. Each year is kept as published; we add a year with every federal release.
How selective is University of Toledo compared with other Ohio colleges?
University of Toledo has the 55th-lowest acceptance rate of 62 Ohio colleges we cover. Schools around it:
| Rank | College | Acceptance | Graduation | Avg. net price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | Kent State University at Kent | 86% | 64% | $20,787 |
| 52 | Xavier University | 86% | 69% | $32,997 |
| 53 | Antioch College | 89% | 41% | $14,834 |
| 54 | Cleveland State University | 91% | 51% | $14,764 |
| 55 | University of Toledo | 92% | 57% | $17,249 |
| 56 | Wilmington College | 92% | 47% | $24,153 |
| 57 | Mercy College of Ohio | 93% | 56% | $17,989 |
| 58 | Hiram College | 94% | 55% | $21,058 |
| 59 | Ohio Dominican University | 94% | 41% | $20,079 |
College Scorecard, Fall 2024 entering class. All Ohio colleges →
Who enrolls at University of Toledo
College Scorecard; IPEDS
University of Toledo admissions questions
What is the University of Toledo acceptance rate?
University of Toledo accepts 92% of applicants, most. For the Fall 2023 entering class, 10,606 of 11,184 applicants were admitted.
Does University of Toledo require the SAT or ACT?
University of Toledo considers SAT or ACT scores but does not require them (test-optional), according to its federal admissions report for Fall 2023. 10% of enrolled first-year students submitted SAT scores and 28% submitted ACT scores.
What SAT score do you need for University of Toledo?
The middle 50% of University of Toledo enrolled first-year students scored 1100–1300 on the SAT and 23–29 on the ACT. A score above the upper number puts you in the top quarter of enrolled students; below the lower number puts you in the bottom quarter.
How many admitted students enroll at University of Toledo?
20% of admitted students enrolled in Fall 2023 (2,122 of 10,606).
What does University of Toledo look for in applicants?
University of Toledo reports these as very important for first-year applicants: high school GPA. Considered: sAT/ACT scores. (Common Data Set 2025-26).
Does University of Toledo have early decision?
No. University of Toledo does not offer binding early decision (Common Data Set 2025-26).
Is University of Toledo getting harder to get into?
University of Toledo accepted 92% of applicants for Fall 2024, compared with 95% for Fall 2023.
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Sources: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS Admissions; University of Toledo's Common Data Set 2025-26; years shown with each figure. “Colleges we cover” means colleges awarding bachelor's degrees to at least 100 undergraduates. Back to University of Toledo overview