Chances of getting into Illinois Wesleyan University
Acceptance Rate
How hard is it to get into IWU and can I get accepted?
The acceptance rate at IWU is 45%. It ranks #3 in Illinois and #165 in the nation for lowest rate of acceptance. IWU is a more competitive school to get into with a good chance of acceptance for qualifying applicants. Last year, 2,055 out of 4,543 applicants were admitted.
The school has difficult admission requirements for SAT and ACT scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 33 percent (SAT 1110/1310 ACT 24/29). Illinois Wesleyan University typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.86. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.
The IWU application fee is $0 and applications are due by Mar 1.
Testing Requirements
You are required to submit admission test scores with your application. Illinois Wesleyan University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to confirm the most up to date testing requirements.
IWU SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 580 |
| SAT Math 25th | 530 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1110 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 670 |
| SAT Math 75th | 640 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1310 |
| Average SAT Score | 1210
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SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Illinois Wesleyan University?
Students who get into Illinois Wesleyan University score in the top 39 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1110-1310. The school consistently admits SAT composite scores down to 1110 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 1010. The average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1210 out of 1600. IWU ranks #9 in Illinois for highest average SAT composite score. 33 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
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IWU ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 24 |
| ACT Math 25th | 23 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 24 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 30 |
| ACT Math 75th | 29 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 29 |
| Average ACT Score | 26
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ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into IWU?
IWU regularly accepts students who score 24 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 27 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 24-29. We estimate the school accepting a minimum ACT composite score around 22 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 26 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 29 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #11 in Illinois for highest average ACT composite score. 31 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Illinois Wesleyan University.
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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
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IWU GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
What GPA do you need to get into Illinois Wesleyan University?
Applicants require exceptionally good grades to get into IWU. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Illinois Wesleyan University was 3.86 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily A- students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #3 in Illinois for highest average GPA. Even with a competitive GPA, admission to IWU will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.
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GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022
High School Class Rank
62% of Illinois Wesleyan University freshman were in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 35% |
| Top 25% of class | 62% |
| Top 50% of class | 87% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,397 | 2,146 | 4,543 |
| Accepted | 1,167 | 888 | 2,055 |
| Acceptance Rate | 49% | 41% | 45% |
| Enrolled | 199 | 233 | 432 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 17% | 26% | 21% |
Fall 2023 Application Deadline
Applications were Due
Days left to Apply
The application deadline for Fall 2023 has passed. Applications were due on Mar 1, 2023.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Illinois Wesleyan University is $0. The school is free to apply to.
Application Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Illinois Wesleyan University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Recommended |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Required |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Required |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | No |
| Credit for Life Experiences | No |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=145646 IPEDS survey data for Illinois Wesleyan University.
FAQs
Does Illinois Wesleyan University prefer SAT or ACT?
33% of students submit their SAT scores to IWU. 31% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Illinois Wesleyan University?
45% of those who apply are granted admission to IWU. Admission competition is low and the college has difficult admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Illinois Wesleyan University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1110 and 1310. 33% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Illinois Wesleyan University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 24 and 29. 31% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.