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William Penn University
Oskaloosa,
IA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate58%
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About William Penn University
William Penn University is a private, religious university in the rural area of Oskaloosa, Iowa. William Penn University was founded in 1873. The college currently enrolls around 1,473 students per year, including 1,404 undergrads.
William Penn University Acceptance Rate 2006
It is not difficult to get into William Penn University. Around 58% of applicants get into William Penn University each year. Out of 1,264 applications received in 2006, 729 students were offered admission.
| William Penn University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 58% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 3.1 |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 18% |
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William Penn University is located in Oskaloosa, Iowa, near Des Moines.
If you would like to see William Penn University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take U.S. Highway 63 to Oskaloosa, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Des Moines International.
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College Info
William Penn University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Continuous processing
Transfer Applications are Due
Continuous processing
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to William Penn University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to William Penn University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
William Penn University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
800 - 1140
Math SAT Range
420 - 540
Reading SAT Range
430 - 540
William Penn University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$36,462
In State$36,462
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$28,750
$28,750
Fees
Unknown
Unknown
Housing
$7,712
$7,712
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at William Penn University is like? There are approximately 1,473 students enrolled at William Penn University, including 1,404 undergraduate students and 69 graduate students. 92% percent of students attend school full-time, 51% percent are from IA and 49% percent of students are from other states.
92%
Full Time8%
Part Time51%
In State49%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
1,473
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
58%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Continuous processing
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