It is moderately difficult to get into West Virginia Wesleyan College. The acceptance rate at West Virginia Wesleyan College is 71%. Last year, 2,278 students applied to West Virginia Wesleyan College and 1,607 were admitted.
If you are considering submitting an application to West Virginia Wesleyan College, the fee for the application is $35.
Here's an overiew of some of West Virginia Wesleyan College's admissions stats.
West Virginia Wesleyan College 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.5 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 20% |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 35% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 72% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for West Virginia Wesleyan College.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
West Virginia Wesleyan College does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Explore a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
For more information on transferring to West Virginia Wesleyan College, contact the school directly.
West Virginia Wesleyan College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding 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.
What does West Virginia Wesleyan College 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 |
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Talent/Ability | Very Important |
Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Character/Personal Qualities | Important |
Class Rank | Important |
Extracurricular Activities | Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Important |
Volunteer Work | Important |
Work Experience | Important |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Important |
Application Essay | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
Make sure to check with West Virginia Wesleyan College for more information on admission factors.
To apply to West Virginia Wesleyan College, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with West Virginia Wesleyan College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | – | – | – | – |
Interview | – | – | – | – |
Letter(s) of Recommendation | – | – | – | – |
Transcript of High School Record | – | – | – | – |
Students admitted to West Virginia Wesleyan College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.
Out of all students that were admitted, 77% submitted a class rank. At West Virginia Wesleyan College 20% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 49% were in the top 25% and 83% were in the top 50%.
At West Virginia Wesleyan College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | – |
3.75 and 3.99 | – |
3.50 and 3.74 | – |
3.25 and 3.49 | – |
3.00 and 3.24 | – |
2.50 and 2.9 | – |
2.00 and 2.49 | – |
This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.
Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to West Virginia Wesleyan College directly.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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.
West Virginia Wesleyan College does not have 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 2021, 35% of West Virginia Wesleyan College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 72% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of West Virginia Wesleyan College students scored 580 or higher and 75% of students scored 470 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of West Virginia Wesleyan College students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 470 or higher.
To be most competitive at West Virginia Wesleyan College, you should strive to earn between 19 and 25 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for West Virginia Wesleyan College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.
A 19 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for West Virginia Wesleyan College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 19.
Transfer students can enroll in West Virginia Wesleyan College during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to West Virginia Wesleyan College?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to West Virginia Wesleyan College.
Does West Virginia Wesleyan College accept transfer credits?
✅ West Virginia Wesleyan College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. West Virginia Wesleyan College accepts:
• CLEP subject tests
Do I have to submit test scores to West Virginia Wesleyan College?
✅ West Virginia Wesleyan College is not test optional.
What is West Virginia Wesleyan College's acceptance rate?
✅ West Virginia Wesleyan College has an acceptance rate of 71%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at West Virginia Wesleyan College?
❌ West Virginia Wesleyan College does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into West Virginia Wesleyan College? West Virginia Wesleyan College is a somewhat selective institution. The West Virginia Wesleyan College acceptance rate is 71%. This means that the institution accepts 70 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At West Virginia Wesleyan College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.52. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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