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Wittenberg University Admission Requirements

Springfield, Ohio

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Chances of getting into Wittenberg University

Acceptance Rate

Admitted 
92%
Admission Difficulty for Wittenberg University
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Average 
Applicant Competition Very Low 
How hard is it to get into Wittenberg University and can I get accepted?

The acceptance rate at Wittenberg University is 92%.  It ranks #65 in Ohio for lowest rate of acceptance. Wittenberg University is an easy school to get into with a very good chance of acceptance if you meet the admission requirements. Last year, 3,019 out of 3,272 applicants were admitted.

The school has average admission requirements, generally admitting students who can score in the top 58 percent on standardized admission tests. Wittenberg University 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. 12% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

The Wittenberg University application fee is $0 and applications are due by Apr 15.

Test Optional

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Wittenberg University. If you submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 11% of students submitted SAT scores and 59% submitted ACT scores for admission for the 2021/2022 academic year..

Wittenberg University SAT Scores

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 
1010-1230
Applicants Submitting SAT 
11%
SAT Scores for Wittenberg University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 25th 520
SAT Math 25th 490
SAT Composite 25th 1010
SAT Scores for Wittenberg University
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
SAT Reading 75th 620
SAT Math 75th 610
SAT Composite 75th 1230
Average SAT Score 1120

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Wittenberg University?

Wittenberg University is a test optional school meaning applicants are not required to submit SAT scores with their application. The position on SAT scores from the school is "considered but not required".

Students who get into Wittenberg University score in the top 59 percent of all SAT test takers.. The SAT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 1010-1230.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

Wittenberg University admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1230 and Above Good >96%
1120 to 1230 Avg + 92%-96%
1010 to 1120 Avg - 86%-92%
900 to 1010 Reach 76%-86%
Less than 900 Low <76%
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Wittenberg University ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 
19-26 
Applicants Submitting ACT 
59%
ACT Scores for Wittenberg University
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 25th 16
ACT Math 25th 17
ACT Composite 25th 19
ACT Scores for Wittenberg University
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
ACT Reading 75th 25
ACT Math 75th 26
ACT Composite 75th 26
Average ACT Score 22

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Wittenberg University?

Wittenberg University is test optional. Students are not required to submit ACT scores with their application. The policy on ACT scores is "considered but not required".

Wittenberg University regularly accepts students who score 19 and above on the ACT. These students typically score in the top 56 percent nationally. The ACT composite score range for the middle 50% of students is 19-26.

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Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Wittenberg University admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
26 and Above Good >96%
22 to 26 Avg + 92%-96%
19 to 22 Avg - 87%-92%
16 to 19 Reach 79%-87%
Less than 16 Low <79%
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Wittenberg University GPA

Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 
3.6
Typical High School Grades 
B+

What GPA do you need to get into Wittenberg University?

Applicants require very good grades in high school to get into Wittenberg University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Wittenberg University was 3.6 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B+ students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #22 in Ohio for highest average GPA. If your high school grades are above the average 3.6 GPA, you have a very good chance of being admitted as Wittenberg University accepts 92% of all applicants.

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High School GPA's for admitted Wittenberg University students
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness 
4.0 20.4% Good
3.75 to 3.99 16.0% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.0% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 16.0% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 14.0% Reach
2.50 to 2.99 13.0% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 2.0% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.6% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

High School Class Rank

74% of Wittenberg University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.

High School Class Rank for admitted Wittenberg University students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 22%
Top 25% of class 41%
Top 50% of class 74%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Wittenberg University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,811 1,461 3,272
Accepted 1,674 1,345 3,019
Acceptance Rate 92% 92% 92%
Enrolled 181 177 358
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 11% 13% 12%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2021 starting class

Fall 2023 Application Deadline

Applications are Due
Apr 15, 2023
Days left to Apply
15

Applicants have 15 days left until the Fall 2023 term applications are due on Apr 15, 2023.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Wittenberg University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

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

Wittenberg University Application Requirements
Test Scores Considered but not required
High School GPA Required
High School Class Rank Recommended
Completion of College Preparatory Program Recommended
Recommendations Recommended
Demonstration of Competencies Recommended

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Wittenberg University
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=206525 IPEDS survey data for Wittenberg University.

FAQs

Does Wittenberg University prefer SAT or ACT?

11% of students submit their SAT scores to Wittenberg University. 59% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Wittenberg University?

92% of those who apply are granted admission to Wittenberg University. Admission competition is and the college has average admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Wittenberg University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1010 and 1230. 11% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Wittenberg University?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 19 and 26. 59% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.