Iowa Wesleyan University

Iowa Wesleyan University Early Decision Results Release Date 2021

Iowa Wesleyan University will release their Early Decision results on Wednesday December 15th. Share results and connect with other early applicants in the Iowa Wesleyan University Community discussion.

Good luck to all early applicants!

Iowa Wesleyan University Overview

Iowa Wesleyan University is a private, religious school in a small town setting in Mount Pleasant, Iowa. Iowa Wesleyan University was founded in 1842 and enrolls 473 undergrads and no graduate students. Iowa Wesleyan University offers housing for up to 465 students. The majority of students live on campus, and first year-students are required to live in campus housing. On the weekends, about 50% of students stay on-campus and participate in campus events and social life.

There are many ways for students to get involved at Iowa Wesleyan University! Love music or performing? Sing in a chorus

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Mark your calendar! August 15, 2022 is the final deadline to submit an application for Fall.

2021 Iowa Wesleyan University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Semester
Overall Acceptance Rate	41%
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	0%
Average GPA	3.0
Applicants Submitting SAT scores	6%
Tuition	$30,530

Is Iowa Wesleyan University a Good School?

Different people have different ideas about what makes a "good" school. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how selective an institution is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a closer look at each of these factors to get a better idea of what Iowa Wesleyan University offers and if it sounds like a good fit for you.

2017 Acceptance Rate for Iowa Wesleyan University

It is moderately difficult to get into Iowa Wesleyan University. Around 41% of applicants get into Iowa Wesleyan University each year. Out of 1,696 applications received in 2021, 700 students were offered admission.

Retention and Graduation Rates at Iowa Wesleyan University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Out of all the first-year, full-time undergrads who start at Iowa Wesleyan University, around 58% return for their sophomore year. Around 32% of students who started at Iowa Wesleyan University earn their Bachelor's degrees within six years. Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outcomes for Iowa Wesleyan University Grads

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school. Within six months of graduating, 79% of graduates receive at least one full-time job offer.

The average starting salary for recent Iowa Wesleyan University grads is $33,000 a year. Average starting salaries vary by discipline, but the average starting salary for all 2021 graduates was around $60,000 a year.

Iowa Wesleyan University's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and support students. As of 2017, the total market value of the school endowment was $9.7 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021. The school spends $13,544 for each full-time student enrolled.

Tuition and Financial Aid at Iowa Wesleyan University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need. Iowa Wesleyan University meets 74% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $26,969 a year.

Students in the class of 2021 who had taken out student loans graduated with an average of $33,152 of debt. For context, compare this number with the average national debt, which is around $36,000 per borrower.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA asap. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at Iowa Wesleyan University. Based on this information, how does Iowa Wesleyan University sound? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is Iowa Wesleyan University a good school for you?

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Where is Iowa Wesleyan University?

Iowa Wesleyan University is located in the small town setting of Mount Pleasant, Iowa.

If you want to see Iowa Wesleyan University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 80 to Mount Pleasant, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Eastern Iowa.

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