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Kansas Wesleyan University

Salina, KS 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate62%

Kansas Wesleyan University Admissions

Kansas Wesleyan University is moderately difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at Kansas Wesleyan University is 62%. Out of 1,293 applications received in 2023, 799 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to Kansas Wesleyan University, the fee for the application is $20.

Kansas Wesleyan University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Kansas Wesleyan University's admissions stats.

Kansas Wesleyan University 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.3
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 12%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 24%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 67%
Waitlist No

Kansas Wesleyan University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Kansas Wesleyan University.

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

Applying Early to Kansas Wesleyan University?


Kansas Wesleyan University does not offer early decision or early action.

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


More on Kansas Wesleyan University Admissions


Is Kansas Wesleyan University Hard To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Kansas Wesleyan University. Kansas Wesleyan University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Kansas Wesleyan University accepted 62% of all applicants, approximately 799 of the 1,293 students who applied.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Kansas Wesleyan University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Kansas Wesleyan University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Kansas Wesleyan University

Kansas Wesleyan University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Kansas Wesleyan University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Kansas Wesleyan University

Curious about the factors that are considered by Kansas Wesleyan University 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 Very Important
Class Rank Important
Standardized Test Scores Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record Considered

Make sure to check with Kansas Wesleyan University for more information on admission factors.

Kansas Wesleyan University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Kansas Wesleyan University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Kansas Wesleyan 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
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Transcript of High School Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Kansas Wesleyan University?

Students admitted to Kansas Wesleyan University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.3.

Out of all students that were admitted, 87% submitted a class rank. At Kansas Wesleyan University 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 31% were in the top 25% and 67% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 8%
3.75 and 3.99 20%
3.50 and 3.74 19%
3.25 and 3.49 11%
3.00 and 3.24 16%
2.50 and 2.9 18%
2.00 and 2.49 8%

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 Kansas Wesleyan University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights 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

Kansas Wesleyan University 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, 24% of Kansas Wesleyan University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 67% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Kansas Wesleyan University?

To be competitive with other Kansas Wesleyan University applicants, you should strive to score between 910 and 1100 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Kansas Wesleyan University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1100 and 25% of scored lower than 910, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Kansas Wesleyan University students scored 550 or higher and 75% of students scored 460 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Kansas Wesleyan University students scored 550 or higher, and 75% scored a 460 or higher.

To be most competitive at Kansas Wesleyan University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Kansas Wesleyan University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Kansas Wesleyan University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

More Information on Transferring to Kansas Wesleyan University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Kansas Wesleyan University.

Transfer students can enroll in Kansas Wesleyan University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Kansas Wesleyan University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Kansas Wesleyan University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Kansas Wesleyan University.

Does Kansas Wesleyan University accept transfer credits?

✅ Kansas Wesleyan University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Kansas Wesleyan University accepts:

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

Does Kansas Wesleyan University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Kansas Wesleyan University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Kansas Wesleyan University?

✅ Kansas Wesleyan University is not test optional.

What is Kansas Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?

✅ Kansas Wesleyan University's acceptance rate is 62%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Kansas Wesleyan University?

❌ Kansas Wesleyan University does not offer early decision.

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Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

62%

How hard is it to get into Kansas Wesleyan University? Kansas Wesleyan University is a somewhat selective institution. The Kansas Wesleyan University acceptance rate is 62%. This means that the institution accepts 61 out of every 100 applicants.

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Kansas Wesleyan University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Not available

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Kansas Wesleyan University is Continuous processing.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Kansas Wesleyan University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

910 - 1100

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Math SAT Range

440 - 550

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Reading SAT Range

460 - 550

Kansas Wesleyan University GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.34

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Kansas Wesleyan University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.34. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

803

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

62%

Tuition and Fees

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Out-of-State

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Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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