West Virginia Wesleyan College
West Virginia Wesleyan College, a liberal arts school, provides students a well rounded foundation in education by having a curriculum with a diverse range of subjects. This college is located in Buckhannon, WV, a predominately rural area. Nearly 1,600 students are enrolled at West Virginia Wesleyan College.
Many of the students getting into this school got an SAT score between 1292 to 1617, or got accepted with an ACT score in the range of 20 to 25. We were able to estimate the West Virginia Wesleyan College average GPA (2.98 - 3.25) of admitted students by applying sampled GPA data on over 150 schools. West Virginia Wesleyan College sends acceptance letters to approximately 80 percent of students applying each year. Of those that are admitted, about 35 percent registered for enrollment. You can get more information from the admissions office website at wvwc.edu.
Overall West Virginia Wesleyan College Acceptance Rate - Fall 2013
The overall acceptance rate for West Virginia Wesleyan College was reported as 77.0% in Fall 2013 with over 1,760 applications submitted to this school. Both in state and out of state applicants are included in these figures. We do not have data on transfer acceptance rates currently.
Accepted Applicants Profile
- SAT Scores: 1292 - 1617
- ACT Scores: 20 - 25
- Average GPA: 2.98 - 3.25
How Hard Is It to Get into West Virginia Wesleyan College?
Applicant Selectivity: Medium
When determining how difficult it is for students to get into West Virginia Wesleyan College, ACT/SAT test scores and high school average GPA ranges of accepted students of previous years can help estimate the selectivity of a school.
Historical Trend and Acceptance Rate 2020 Projection
The historical trend chart shows acceptance rates from the previous years, from which we have projected the acceptance rate for the 2020-2021 school year. The overall acceptance rate trend for West Virginia Wesleyan College has been slowly getting lower over the recent years.
Acceptance Rate By Year
- 2009-2010: 81.0%
- 2010-2011: 77.8%
- 2011-2012: 78.1%
- 2012-2013: 77.5%
- 2013-2014: 77.0%
- Projected Acceptance Rate 2020-2021: 77.7%
How Does West Virginia Wesleyan College Compare?
The acceptance rate for West Virginia Wesleyan College is thirty-nine percent higher than the national average of all colleges which is around 55.5%.
Nearby Similar College Acceptance Rates
| School | Acceptance Rate |
|---|---|
| Alderson Broaddus College | 43.2% |
| Davis & Elkins College | 57.3% |
| Glenville State College | 74.5% |
| Fairmont State University | 66.5% |
| Waynesburg University | 75.2% |
Admissions Rates & Enrollment Rates - Details
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
- High School GPA Scores are Required
- High School Class Rankings are Recommended
- School Records are Required
- College Prep Classes are Recommended
- Submit Recommendation Letters are Recommended
- Standardized Test Scores (SAT,ACT,...) are Required
- TOEFL Exam (Foreign Language Students) are Recommended
Number of Applicants, Percent Accepted, and Enrolled Students (Fall 2013)
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applicants | 1,762 | 49.3% | 50.7% |
| Admitted | 1,356 | 47.3% | 52.7% |
| Enrolled | 471 | 51.4% | 48.6% |
Average ACT/SAT Scores of Applicants to West Virginia Wesleyan College (Fall 2013)
| SAT® Section | Score Range |
|---|---|
| Critical Reading | 432 - 510 |
| Math | 440 - 557 |
| Writing | 420 - 550 |
| Total Score | 1292 - 1617 |
| ACT® | Score Range |
|---|---|
| English | 19 - 25 |
| Math | 18 - 24 |
| Composite Score | 20 - 25 |
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