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Wilkes University
Wilkes-Barre,
PA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate94%
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About Wilkes University
Wilkes University is a private, nonprofit university in the city of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Wilkes University was founded in 1933. The college currently enrolls around 5,216 students per year, including 2,000 undergrad students.
Wilkes University Acceptance Rate
It is moderately difficult to get into Wilkes University. In 2022, Wilkes University accepted 94% of applicants. Out of 4,798 applications received in 2022, 4,517 students were offered admission.
| Wilkes University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 94% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.5 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 35% |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Wilkes University is located in the city of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania,.
If you want to see Wilkes University for yourself, be sure to plan a visit! The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 81 to Wilkes-Barre, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Wilkes-Barre Scranton International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Wilkes University and Wilkes-Barre are like without leaving home.
College Info
Wilkes University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Wilkes University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Wilkes University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Wilkes University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1080 - 1260
Math SAT Range
520 - 630
Reading SAT Range
540 - 630
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1260 and Above
Good
1080 to 1260
Avg
1080 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Wilkes University students is 1159. Applicants with SAT scores of 1260 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Wilkes University, while applicants with SAT scores between 1080 to 1260 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1080 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Wilkes University.
Wilkes University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$58,292
In State$58,292
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$40,308
$40,308
Fees
$1,978
$1,978
Housing
$16,006
$16,006
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Wilkes University is like? There are approximately 5,216 students enrolled at Wilkes University, including 2,000 undergraduate students and 3,216 graduate students. 90% percent of students attend school full-time, 77% percent are from PA and 23% percent of students are from other states.
90%
Full Time10%
Part Time77%
In State23%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
5,216
Campus Setting
Urban
Acceptance Rate
94%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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