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Wilmington College

Wilmington, OH 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate73%
Acceptance Rate73%

Wilmington College Admissions

If you want to apply to Wilmington College, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Wilmington College Admissions Stats at a Glance

The following is an overiew of some of Wilmington College's admissions stats.

Wilmington College 2022 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.5
Mean SAT Score 1050
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs 8%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 95%
Waitlist No

Wilmington College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Wilmington College.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No –– ––
Early Decision II –– –– ––
Early Action No –– ––
Regular Decision Yes August 1 ––

Applying Early to Wilmington College?


Wilmington College does not offer early decision or early action.

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


More on Wilmington College Admissions


How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to Wilmington College?

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

In 2021, Wilmington College accepted 73% of all applicants, around 1,133 from 1,558 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Wilmington College, 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 Wilmington College

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

For Students Waitlisted to Wilmington College

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

What's Most Important for Getting Into Wilmington College?

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 apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Wilmington College

What does Wilmington College 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
Academic GPA Very Important
Level of Applicant's Interest Very Important
Standardized Test Scores Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Important
Talent/Ability Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Work Experience Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Application Essay Considered
First Generation Considered
Interview Considered
Recommendation(s) Considered
Volunteer Work Considered

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

Wilmington College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Wilmington College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Wilmington College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2
Interview
Letter(s) of Recommendation 1
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Wilmington College?

Students admitted to Wilmington College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5. Wilmington College considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

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

Wilmington College considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Wilmington College 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 2021, 8% of Wilmington College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 95% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Wilmington College?

To be competitive with other Wilmington College applicants, you should strive to score between 940 and 1200 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Wilmington College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1200 and 25% of scored lower than 940, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Wilmington College student is 1050.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Wilmington College students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 480 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Wilmington College students scored 570 or higher, and 75% scored a 480 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Wilmington College?

To be most competitive at Wilmington College, you should strive to earn between 18 and 24 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 24 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Wilmington College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 24, and three out of four students scored lower than 24 on the ACT.

A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Wilmington College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.

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 Wilmington College

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

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

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

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term


Wilmington College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Wilmington College?

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

Does Wilmington College accept transfer credits?

✅ Wilmington College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Wilmington College accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit

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

❌ Wilmington College does not accept International Baccalaureate credits but does accept Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Wilmington College?

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

What is Wilmington College's acceptance rate?

✅ Wilmington College has an acceptance rate of 73%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Wilmington College?

❌ Wilmington College does not offer early decision.

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Wilmington College Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

73%

How hard is it to get into Wilmington College? Wilmington College is a somewhat selective institution. The Wilmington College acceptance rate is 73%. This means that the institution accepts 72 out of every 100 applicants.

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Wilmington College Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Wilmington College is Aug 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Wilmington College is Aug 1.

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

Wilmington College ACT Scores

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ACT Range

18 - 24

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

24 and Above

Good

18 to 24

Avg

18 and Less

Low

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ACT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median ACT score of an admitted student to Wilmington College is 21. Students with an ACT score of 24 and above have a good chance of getting into Wilmington College. Students with an ACT score that falls between 18 and 24 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 18 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.

Wilmington College SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

940 - 1200

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Math SAT Range

470 - 600

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Reading SAT Range

480 - 570

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1200 and Above

Good

940 to 1200

Avg

940 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for Wilmington College students is 1050. Applicants with SAT scores of 1200 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Wilmington College, while applicants with SAT scores between 940 to 1200 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 940 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Wilmington College.

Wilmington College GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.47

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Wilmington College, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.47. 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

1,165

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

73%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$28,770

Out-of-State

$28,770

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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