William Penn University

William Penn University is not difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at William Penn University is 58%. Out of 1,264 applications received in 2023, 729 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to William Penn University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

William Penn University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of William Penn University's admissions stats.

William Penn University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.1
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	18%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	44%
Waitlist	No

William Penn University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for William Penn University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to William Penn University?

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William Penn University does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on William Penn University Admissions

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Transferring to William Penn University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to William Penn University

William Penn University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into William Penn University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are 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 prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at William Penn University

What does William Penn University 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with William Penn University for more information on admission factors.

William Penn University Application Requirements

To apply to William Penn University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with William Penn University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	√	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.0	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into William Penn University?

Students admitted to William Penn University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

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.

Standardized Test Scores

William Penn University 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 2006, 18% of William Penn University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 44% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for William Penn University?

To be competitive with other William Penn University applicants, you should strive to score between 800 and 1140 (or higher!) on the SAT. At William Penn University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1140 and 25% of scored lower than 800, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of William Penn University students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 430 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of William Penn University students scored 540 or higher, and 75% scored a 430 or higher.

To be most competitive at William Penn University, you should strive to earn between 16 and 21 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 21 means you fall in the 75th percentile for William Penn University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 21, and three out of four students scored lower than 21 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for William Penn University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

More Information on Transferring to William Penn University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to William Penn University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in William Penn University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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William Penn University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to William Penn University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to William Penn University.

Does William Penn University accept transfer credits?

✅ William Penn University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. William Penn University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does William Penn University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ William Penn University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to William Penn University?

❌ No, William Penn University is test optional, so you can make the call whether or not to include your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is William Penn University's acceptance rate?

✅ William Penn University has an acceptance rate of 58%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at William Penn University?

❌ William Penn University does not offer early decision.

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