IWU Admission Requirements
Chances of getting into Indiana Wesleyan University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
72%| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Average | |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
How hard is it to get into IWU and can I get accepted? The school has a 72% acceptance rate ranking it #20 in Indiana for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 2,734 out of 3,796 applicants were admitted making IWU a moderately competitive school to get into with a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the requirements. Academically, it has average requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 43 percent. Indiana Wesleyan University typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students. Only 29% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top quarter of their high school class.
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SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
1090-1290Applicants Submitting SAT
68%| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 560 |
| SAT Math 25th | 530 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 1090 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 670 |
| SAT Math 75th | 620 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1290 |
| Average SAT Score | 1190 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Indiana Wesleyan University?
Indiana Wesleyan University typically requires applicants to be in the top 43 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 1090 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 990. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1190 out of 1600. The school ranks #16 in Indiana for highest average SAT composite score. A competitive SAT score is critical as 68 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school. Note: SAT scores presented on this page have been adjusted upwards per the College Board's concordance tables for test takers after March 2016.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1290 and Above | Good | >81% |
| 1190 to 1290 | Avg + | 72%-81% |
| 1090 to 1190 | Avg - | 60%-72% |
| 990 to 1090 | Reach | 47%-60% |
| Less than 990 | Low | <47% |
IWU ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
21-26Applicants Submitting ACT
59%| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 21 |
| ACT Math 25th | 19 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 21 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 28 |
| ACT Math 75th | 26 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 26 |
| Average ACT Score | 23 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into IWU?
Admission data indicates that IWU regularly accepts students with ACT's of 21 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 43 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 18 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 24 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 26 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #18 in Indiana for highest average ACT composite score. 59 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Indiana Wesleyan University.
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 26 and Above | Good | >83% |
| 23 to 26 | Avg + | 72%-83% |
| 21 to 23 | Avg - | 63%-72% |
| 19 to 21 | Reach | 52%-63% |
| Less than 19 | Low | <52% |
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
3.59Typical High School Grades
B+You will need very good grades in high school to get into Indiana Wesleyan University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Indiana Wesleyan University was 3.59 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #13 in Indiana for highest average GPA. If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as IWU accepts 72% of students who apply.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 46% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 22% | Avg + |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 11% | Avg - |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 9% | Reach |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 10% | Reach |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 2% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
High School Class Rank
57% of Indiana 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 | 28% |
| Top 25% of class | 57% |
| Top 50% of class | 85% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 15% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 3% |
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 2,433 | 1,363 | 3,796 |
| Accepted | 1,784 | 950 | 2,734 |
| Acceptance Rate | 73% | 70% | 72% |
| Enrolled | 483 | 304 | 787 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 27% | 32% | 29% |
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Indiana Wesleyan University and what considerations affect admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=151801 IPEDS survey data for Indiana Wesleyan University.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Indiana Wesleyan University prefer SAT or ACT?
68% of students submit their SAT scores to IWU. 59% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Indiana Wesleyan University?
72% of those who apply are granted admission to IWU. Admission competition is low and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Indiana Wesleyan University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1090 and 1290. 68% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Indiana Wesleyan University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 21 and 26. 59% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.
