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Does Ferris State (MI) Require the GRE?

No, and the GRE is not on Ferris State (MI)'s list of other accepted tests (MCAT, DAT). The OAT is the admissions test to plan around.

Last checked Nov 2, 2026.

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GRE
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If you already have a score from one of these tests, ask admissions whether it can stand in for the OAT before you drop your OAT plans. Schools can change this list between cycles.

15 of 25 programs list the GRE among accepted tests. Programs that do: Ohio State, Southern (SCO), Illinois College (ICO), Houston, UMSL, Arizona (Midwestern), Pennsylvania (Drexel), Pacific, SUNY, Chicago (Midwestern), New England (NECO), MCPHS, Western U, Rocky Mountain, Puerto Rico (IAUPR).

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Does Ferris State (MI) Require the GRE?

No, and the GRE is not on Ferris State (MI)'s list of other accepted tests (MCAT, DAT). The OAT is the admissions test to plan around.

Which tests does Ferris State (MI) accept besides the OAT?

Ferris State (MI) lists: MCAT, DAT.

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Last checked Nov 2, 2026. Requirements and dates change each cycle, so confirm with Ferris State (MI) before you apply. How we check our data.