University of the West

It is not difficult to get into University of the West. The acceptance rate at University of the West is 90%. Last year, 20 students applied to University of the West and 18 were admitted.

If you are applying to University of the West, the regular decision application deadline is June 15 and the fee for the application is $50.

Students who apply to University of the West for fall should receive an admissions decision no later than July 15.

University of the West Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of the West's admissions stats.

University of the West 2023	Admissions Statistics
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional
Waitlist	No

University of the West Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of the West.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	6 15	July 15

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University of the West does not offer early decision or early action.

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More on University of the West Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to University of the West?

Getting into University of the West is not difficult. University of the West evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, University of the West accepted 90% of students, around 18 from the 20 applicants.

Schools that are not difficult to get into, like University of the West, accept up to 95% of applicants. Most admitted students scored at most a 1010 on the SAT and a 19 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of the West

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to University of the West

University of the West has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of the West?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining 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 put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of the West

What does University of the West 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
Application Essay	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered

Make sure to check with University of the West for more information on admission factors.

University of the West Application Requirements

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

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	–	√	–
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of the West?

University of the West has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

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

University of the West 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.

More Information on Transferring to University of the West

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to University of the West.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is June 15. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by July 15.

Transfer students can enroll in University of the West during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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University of the West Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to University of the West?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of the West.

Does University of the West accept transfer credits?

✅ University of the West accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of the West accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of the West accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of the West accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of the West?

✅ University of the West is not test optional.

What is University of the West's acceptance rate?

✅ University of the West's acceptance rate is 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of the West?

❌ University of the West does not offer early decision.

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