English Credit

English credit scores from either the ACT writing test or the SAT I writing test may be used to grant you credit in English.

Scores are used in combination with the Ball State GPA, a grade point average on a 4.0 scale computed by Ball State based only on college prep and academic course work completed.

Test

Equivalent Course

Score with appropriate Academic GPA*

Credit Hours Awarded

ACT Writing

ENG 103

22 or above (*1)

3

ACT Writing

ENG 103 & 104

27 or above (*2)

6

SAT I

ENG 103

510-630 (*1)

3

SAT I

ENG 103 & 104

640 or above (*2)

6

    

*1 Academic GPA = 3.6 for ENG 103
*2 Academic GPA = 3.8 for ENG 103 and 104
   If you have questions, please contact the Office of Admissions.