UWest Admission Requirements

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Your chances of getting into University of the West

Open Admission Policy

Can I get into UWest? University of the West is an open admission policy institution. Open admission colleges typically have few admission thresholds and will admit all applicants so long as certain minimum requirements are met. New admission is often granted continually throughout the year. Please consult University of the West directly to learn the specifics of its open admission policy.

UWest GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA

2.43

Typical High School Grades

C+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 2.43

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GPA Requirements & Average GPA

The GPA requirements for getting into UWest are to have around a 2.43 high school GPA on a 4.0 scale. With very low applicant competition, students whose grades exceed the average 2.43 GPA have a very good chance of being admitted.

To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn C+ letter grades and regularly score around 77-79 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #90 in California for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since UWest is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 2.4 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

UWest SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting SAT

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25th Percentile Scores

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SAT 25th percentile scores for University of the West

75th Percentile Scores

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SAT 75th percentile scores for University of the West

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

UWest ACT Scores

ACT Score Profile & Requirements

ACT Range

Not Reported

Applicants Submitting ACT

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Lower Quartile Scores

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ACT 25th percentile scores for University of the West

Upper Quartile Scores

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ACT 75th percentile scores for University of the West

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

High School Class Rank

Applying

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jun 15, 2027

Days left to Apply

300

Applicants have 300 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jun 15, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to University of the West is $75.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to University of the West and what student information is used for admission decisions?

University of the West application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at University of the West
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=449870.

GPA calculator: University of the West GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026