It is moderately difficult to get into Western Colorado University. The acceptance rate at Western Colorado University is 92%. Out of 3,116 applications received in 2023, 2,862 students were offered admission.
If you are considering submitting an application to Western Colorado University, the fee for the application is $30.
Students who submit their applications to Western Colorado University for fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than October 1.
The following is an overiew of some of Western Colorado University's admissions stats.
Western Colorado University 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.4 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 10% |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 37% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 11% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Western Colorado University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Western Colorado University does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Find a list of some top colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
It is moderately difficult to get into Western Colorado University. Western Colorado University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.
In 2022, Western Colorado University accepted 92% of all applicants, approximately 2,862 of the 3,116 students who applied.
Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Western Colorado 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.
Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.
Western Colorado University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
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 when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. 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 admissions factors where you're strong.
Curious about the factors that are considered by Western Colorado 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 |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Application Essay | Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Character/Personal Qualities | Considered |
Class Rank | Considered |
Extracurricular Activities | Considered |
Geographical Residence | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
Racial/Ethnic Status | Considered |
Recommendation(s) | Considered |
Religious Affiliation/Commitment | Considered |
Standardized Test Scores | Considered |
State Residency | Considered |
Talent/Ability | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
Work Experience | Considered |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Considered |
First Generation | Considered |
Make sure to check with Western Colorado University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Western Colorado University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Western Colorado University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | – | 2.5 | – | – |
Interview | – | – | – | – |
Transcript(S) of College Record | – | – | – | – |
Standardized Test Scores | – | – | – | – |
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | – | – | – | – |
Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | – | – | – |
Transcript of High School Record | √ | – | – | – |
Students admitted to Western Colorado University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.
Out of all students that were admitted, 52% submitted a class rank. At Western Colorado University 10% 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%.
At Western Colorado University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | 24% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 17% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 18% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 12% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 11% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 15% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 3% |
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 Western Colorado 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.
Western Colorado University is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2022, 37% of Western Colorado University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 11% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
To be competitive with other Western Colorado University applicants, you should strive to score between 1050 and 1240 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Western Colorado University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1240 and 25% of scored lower than 1050, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Western Colorado University students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 530 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Western Colorado University students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 530 or higher.
To be most competitive at Western Colorado University, you should strive to earn between 21 and 25 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 25 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Western Colorado University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 25, and three out of four students scored lower than 25 on the ACT.
A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Western Colorado University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.
For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Western Colorado University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.
Transfer students can enroll in Western Colorado University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Winter Term
• Spring Term
• Winter Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Western Colorado University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Western Colorado University.
Does Western Colorado University accept transfer credits?
✅ Western Colorado University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Western Colorado University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does Western Colorado University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Western Colorado University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Western Colorado University?
✅ Western Colorado University is not test optional.
What is Western Colorado University's acceptance rate?
✅ The acceptance rate for Western Colorado University is 92%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Western Colorado University?
❌ Western Colorado University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Western Colorado University? Western Colorado University is a somewhat selective institution. The Western Colorado University acceptance rate is 92%. This means that the institution accepts 91 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Western Colorado University is Continuous processing.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Western Colorado University is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Western Colorado University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.39. 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.
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