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William Penn University

Oskaloosa, IA 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate58%

William Penn University Admissions

William Penn University is not difficult to get into. The acceptance rate at William Penn University is 58%. Out of 1,264 applications received in 2023, 729 students were offered admission.

If you are considering submitting an application to William Penn University, there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

William Penn University Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of William Penn University's admissions stats.

William Penn University 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.1
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 18%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 44%
Waitlist No

William Penn University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for William Penn University.

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

Applying Early to William Penn University?


William Penn University does not offer early decision or early action.

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


More on William Penn University Admissions


Transferring to William Penn University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to William Penn University

William Penn University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into William Penn University?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are 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 areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at William Penn University

What does William Penn University 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
Character/Personal Qualities Important
Class Rank Important
Academic GPA Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Application Essay Considered
Geographical Residence Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered
State Residency Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Volunteer Work Considered
First Generation Considered

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

William Penn University Application Requirements

To apply to William Penn University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with William Penn 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
Letter(s) of Recommendation
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.0
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into William Penn University?

Students admitted to William Penn University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.1.

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

William Penn University has 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 2006, 18% of William Penn University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 44% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for William Penn University?

To be competitive with other William Penn University applicants, you should strive to score between 800 and 1140 (or higher!) on the SAT. At William Penn University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1140 and 25% of scored lower than 800, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of William Penn University students scored 540 or higher and 75% of students scored 430 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of William Penn University students scored 540 or higher, and 75% scored a 430 or higher.

To be most competitive at William Penn University, you should strive to earn between 16 and 21 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 21 means you fall in the 75th percentile for William Penn University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 21, and three out of four students scored lower than 21 on the ACT.

A 16 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for William Penn University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 16.

More Information on Transferring to William Penn University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to William Penn University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in William Penn University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


William Penn University Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to William Penn University?

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

Does William Penn University accept transfer credits?

✅ William Penn University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. William Penn University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ William Penn University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to William Penn University?

❌ No, William Penn University is test optional, so you can make the call whether or not to include your ACT or SAT scores. If you have higher than average scores, you may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is William Penn University's acceptance rate?

✅ William Penn University has an acceptance rate of 58%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at William Penn University?

❌ William Penn University does not offer early decision.

Want To Learn More About William Penn University?

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Admission Difficulty

Less Selective

58%

How hard is it to get into William Penn University? William Penn University is a less selective institution. The William Penn University acceptance rate is 58%. This means that the institution accepts 57 out of every 100 applicants.

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William Penn University Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Continuous processing

Transfer Applications are Due

Continuous processing

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to William Penn University is Continuous processing.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to William Penn University is Continuous processing.

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

William Penn University SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

800 - 1140

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Math SAT Range

420 - 540

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Reading SAT Range

430 - 540

William Penn University GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.09

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At William Penn University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.09. 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

1,473

Campus Setting

Rural

Acceptance Rate

58%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$28,750

Out-of-State

$28,750

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
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