Westminster College

If you are planning on applying to Westminster College, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who apply to Westminster College for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than August 1.

Westminster College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Westminster College's admissions stats.

Westminster College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	13%
Admissions Test Policy	Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs	4%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	94%
Waitlist	No

Westminster College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Westminster College.

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

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Applying Early to Westminster College?

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Westminster College 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 Westminster College Admissions

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Transferring to Westminster College

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

For Students Waitlisted to Westminster College

Westminster College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Westminster College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are given the most weight 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Westminster College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Westminster College 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
Character/Personal Qualities	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Important
Class Rank	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Recommendation(s)	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered

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

Westminster College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Westminster College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Westminster College'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)		2.5
Interview			√
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Westminster College?

Students admitted to Westminster College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4.

Out of all students that were admitted, 52% submitted a class rank. At Westminster College 13% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 26% were in the top 25% and 70% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Westminster College, 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 Westminster College 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

Westminster College looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Westminster College 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, 4% of Westminster College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 94% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Westminster College?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Westminster College students scored 575 or higher and 75% of students scored 500 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Westminster College students scored 600 or higher, and 75% scored a 500 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Westminster College?

To be most competitive at Westminster College, 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 Westminster College'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 Westminster College 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 Westminster College

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

Transfer students can enroll in Westminster College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Westminster College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Westminster College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Westminster College.

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

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

Do I have to submit test scores to Westminster College?

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

What is Westminster College's acceptance rate?

✅ Westminster College's acceptance rate is 90%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Westminster College?

❌ Westminster College does not offer early decision.

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