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Rochester, New York

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Your chances of getting into Roberts Wesleyan College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

99.5%
Admission Difficulty for Roberts Wesleyan College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Difficult 
Applicant Competition Very Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Roberts Wesleyan College is 99.5%.  Its admission rate is the 224th lowest in New York.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Roberts Wesleyan College and can you get accepted?

Roberts Wesleyan College is an easy school to get into and you have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission criteria. Last year, 1,001 out of the 1,006 who applied were admitted.

Roberts Wesleyan College typically accepts and attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.6. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 21% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Roberts Wesleyan College?

100% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Roberts Wesleyan College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.6 or better
  • Earn B+ grades in high school
  • Score 1250 on the SAT
  • Score 27 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Roberts Wesleyan College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.6

Typical High School Grades 

B+

What GPA do you need to get into Roberts Wesleyan College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Roberts Wesleyan College are to have around a 3.6 high school GPA. You are required to have very good grades in high school.

If your high school grades are above the average 3.6 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Roberts Wesleyan College accepts 100% of applicants.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Roberts Wesleyan College is 3.6 on the 4.0 scale. 27% of students who get in have perfect 4.0 GPA's in high school. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B+ letter grades and regularly score around 87-89 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #38 in New York for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Roberts Wesleyan College 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 3.6 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

The table below outlines the number of admitted freshmen by GPA range as well as how competitive your GPA will be as compared with other applicants.

High School GPA's for admitted Roberts Wesleyan College students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 27.1% Good
3.75 to 3.99 18.7% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 20.2% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 9.36% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.3% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 9.9% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 1.5% Low
1.00 to 1.99 0% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

 What do these chances mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Roberts Wesleyan College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Roberts Wesleyan College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 29% of students submitted SAT scores and 5% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1150-1340

Applicants Submitting SAT 

29%
SAT Scores for Roberts Wesleyan College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 580
Math 25th Percentile 570
Composite 25th Percentile 1150
SAT Scores for Roberts Wesleyan College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 650
Math 75th Percentile 690
Composite 75th Percentile 1340
Average SAT Score 1250

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Roberts Wesleyan College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Roberts Wesleyan College is 1250 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1150-1340. Students who get into Roberts Wesleyan College score in the top 32 percent of all SAT test takers..  Roberts Wesleyan College ranks #40 in the state of New York for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1250 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Roberts Wesleyan College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1150 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1150, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 1050, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Roberts Wesleyan College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1250 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1245, you have around a 99% chance of being admitted. A 1340 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 99% chance of getting in.

Roberts Wesleyan College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1340 and Above Good >99%
1245 to 1340 Avg + 99%-99%
1150 to 1245 Avg - 99%-99%
1055 to 1150 Reach 99%-99%
Less than 1055 Low <99%
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Roberts Wesleyan College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

25-30 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

5%
ACT Scores for Roberts Wesleyan College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 25
Math 25th Percentile 25
Composite 25th Percentile 25
ACT Scores for Roberts Wesleyan College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 33
Math 75th Percentile 27
Composite 75th Percentile 30
Average ACT Score 27

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Roberts Wesleyan College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Roberts Wesleyan College is 27, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 25 and 30.  The school ranks #46 in New York for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 27. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 25 and score in the score in the top 22 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 22.

5 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Roberts Wesleyan College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Roberts Wesleyan College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Roberts Wesleyan College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 27 score has around 99% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 99% with a 30 ACT score.

Roberts Wesleyan College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
30 and Above Good >99%
27 to 30 Avg + 99%-99%
25 to 27 Avg - 99%-99%
23 to 25 Reach 99%-99%
Less than 23 Low <99%
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High School Class Rank

63% of Roberts Wesleyan College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 40% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Roberts Wesleyan College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 24%
Top 25% of class 40%
Top 50% of class 63%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Roberts Wesleyan College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 658 348 1,006
Accepted 655 346 1,001
Acceptance Rate 100% 99% 100%
Enrolled 134 77 211
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 20% 22% 21%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Aug 25, 2025

Days left to Apply

325

Applicants have 325 days left until the Fall 2024 term applications are due on Aug 25, 2025.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Roberts Wesleyan College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Roberts Wesleyan College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Roberts Wesleyan College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
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 Roberts Wesleyan College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Roberts Wesleyan College is lightly competitive to get into, you have a very good chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.6 GPA, you are almost certain to getting in. Combining this with an SAT score of 1250 and ACT of 27 will almost guarantee your admission.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=194958 IPEDS survey data for Roberts Wesleyan College.

Last updated February 24, 2024

FAQs

Does Roberts Wesleyan College prefer SAT or ACT?

29% of students submit their SAT scores to Roberts Wesleyan College. 5% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Roberts Wesleyan College?

100% of those who apply are granted admission to Roberts Wesleyan College. Admission competition is and the college has difficult admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Roberts Wesleyan College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1150 and 1340. The average SAT score is 1245. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Roberts Wesleyan College?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 25 and 30. The average ACT score is 27. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.