Indiana Wesleyan University

If you want to apply to IWU, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

IWU Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of IWU's admissions stats.

IWU 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	30%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	60%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	66%
Waitlist	No

Indiana Wesleyan University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Indiana Wesleyan University.

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

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Considering Applying Early to IWU?

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IWU does not offer early decision or early action.

➡️ See a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Indiana Wesleyan University Admissions

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Transferring to Indiana Wesleyan University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to IWU

IWU has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does IWU Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides 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 admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at IWU

What does IWU 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
Academic GPA	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Class Rank	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Religious Affiliation/Commitment	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Standardized Test Scores	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Geographical Residence	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
First Generation	Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status	Considered
State Residency	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with IWU for more information on admission factors.

IWU Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.6

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into IWU?

Students admitted to IWU have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 69% submitted a class rank. At IWU 30% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 57% were in the top 25% and 88% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Indiana Wesleyan University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
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 IWU 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.

Standardized Test Scores

IWU considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

IWU 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 2022, 60% of IWU's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 66% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for IWU?

What is a Good ACT Score for IWU?

To be most competitive at IWU, you should strive to earn between 21 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for IWU's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for IWU students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Indiana Wesleyan University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to IWU.

Transfer students can enroll in IWU during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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IWU Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to IWU?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to IWU.

Does IWU accept transfer credits?

✅ IWU accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. IWU accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

Does IWU accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ IWU accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to IWU?

✅ IWU is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is IWU's acceptance rate?

✅ IWU has an acceptance rate of 72%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at IWU?

❌ IWU does not offer early decision.

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