Wentworth Institute of Technology

Wentworth Institute of Technology is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Wentworth Institute of Technology is 92%. Last year, 5,537 students applied to Wentworth Institute of Technology and 5,111 were admitted.

If you are thinking about applying to Wentworth Institute of Technology, the regular decision application deadline is February 15 and the fee for the application is $50.

Students who submit their applications to Wentworth Institute of Technology for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than April 1.

Wentworth Institute of Technology Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Wentworth Institute of Technology's admissions stats.

Wentworth Institute of Technology 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Mean SAT Score	1155
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	34.6%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	2.1%
Waitlist	No

Wentworth Institute of Technology Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Wentworth Institute of Technology.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	Yes	November 15	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	2 15	April 1

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Want to Apply Early to Wentworth Institute of Technology?

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Wentworth Institute of Technology does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. Wentworth Institute of Technology will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

Some students apply to college early because they believe it will boost their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of acceptance, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Wentworth Institute of Technology Admissions

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Transferring to Wentworth Institute of Technology

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Wentworth Institute of Technology

Wentworth Institute of Technology has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does Wentworth Institute of Technology Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important in the admissions process. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that put the most emphasis on the areas where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Wentworth Institute of Technology

What does Wentworth Institute of Technology consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Application Essay	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Wentworth Institute of Technology for more information on admission factors.

Wentworth Institute of Technology 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Wentworth Institute of Technology, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Wentworth Institute of Technology's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	–	2	–	–
Interview	–	√	–	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1	–	–	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Wentworth Institute of Technology?

Students admitted to Wentworth Institute of Technology have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Wentworth Institute of Technology has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 34.6% of Wentworth Institute of Technology's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 2.1% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Wentworth Institute of Technology?

To be competitive with other Wentworth Institute of Technology applicants, you should strive to score between 1150 and 1325 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Wentworth Institute of Technology 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1325 and 25% of scored lower than 1150, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Wentworth Institute of Technology student is 1155.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Wentworth Institute of Technology students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Wentworth Institute of Technology students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

To be most competitive at Wentworth Institute of Technology, you should strive to earn between 25 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Wentworth Institute of Technology's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 25 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Wentworth Institute of Technology students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.

More Information on Transferring to Wentworth Institute of Technology

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Wentworth Institute of Technology. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Wentworth Institute of Technology during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Wentworth Institute of Technology Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Wentworth Institute of Technology?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Wentworth Institute of Technology.

Does Wentworth Institute of Technology accept transfer credits?

✅ Wentworth Institute of Technology accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Wentworth Institute of Technology accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does Wentworth Institute of Technology accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Wentworth Institute of Technology accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Wentworth Institute of Technology?

❌ No, Wentworth Institute of Technology is test optional, so you can make the call whether to send your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Wentworth Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Wentworth Institute of Technology is 92%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Wentworth Institute of Technology?

❌ Wentworth Institute of Technology does not offer early decision.

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