Wilkes University

Wilkes University is moderately difficult to get into. Wilkes University admitted 94% of all applicants in 2022. Last year, 4,798 students applied to Wilkes University and 4,517 were admitted.

If you are planning on applying to Wilkes University, the application fee costs $40.

Wilkes University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Wilkes University's admissions stats.

Wilkes University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	25%
Mean SAT Score	1159
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	35%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	3%
Waitlist	No

Wilkes University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Wilkes University.

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

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Want to Apply Early to Wilkes University?

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Wilkes University does not offer early decision or early action.

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to Wilkes University?

Getting into Wilkes University is moderately difficult. Wilkes University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Wilkes University accepted 94% of all applicants, around 4,517 from 4,798 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Wilkes 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 Wilkes University

For more information on transferring to Wilkes University, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Wilkes University

Wilkes University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Wilkes University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important 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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Wilkes University

Wondering what factors are considered by Wilkes 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
Class Rank	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Academic GPA	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered

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

Wilkes University Application Requirements

To apply to Wilkes University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Wilkes University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	√	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Wilkes University?

Students admitted to Wilkes University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 71% submitted a class rank. At Wilkes University 25% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 50% were in the top 25% and 79% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Wilkes University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	19%
3.75 and 3.99	31%
3.50 and 3.74	16%
3.25 and 3.49	11%
3.00 and 3.24	8%
2.50 and 2.9	10%
2.00 and 2.49	5%

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 Wilkes University 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

Wilkes University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 35% of Wilkes University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Wilkes University?

To be competitive with other Wilkes University applicants, you should strive to score between 1080 and 1260 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Wilkes University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1260 and 25% of scored lower than 1080, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Wilkes University student is 1159.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Wilkes University students scored 630 or higher and 75% of students scored 540 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Wilkes University students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 540 or higher.

To be most competitive at Wilkes University, 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 Wilkes University'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 Wilkes University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to Wilkes University

Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in Wilkes University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Wilkes University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Wilkes University?

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

Does Wilkes University accept transfer credits?

✅ Wilkes University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Wilkes University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit • Excelsior College Examinations

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

✅ Wilkes University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Wilkes University?

❌ No, Wilkes University is test optional, so you can choose whether or not to submit your test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Wilkes University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Wilkes University is 94%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Wilkes University?

❌ Wilkes University does not offer early decision.

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