Washington & Jefferson College

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Washington And Jefferson College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of Washington And Jefferson College's admissions stats.

Washington And Jefferson College 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	25%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	38%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	11%
Waitlist	No

Washington & Jefferson College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Washington & Jefferson College.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	December 15	January 15
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	January 15	February 15

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Applying Early to Washington And Jefferson College?

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Washington And Jefferson College offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by December 15 EDI applicants should receive a decision by January 15.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is January 15. Washington And Jefferson College will release EA admissions decisions no later than February 15.

The early decision acceptance rate at Washington And Jefferson College is 58%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 84%. In 2022, Washington And Jefferson College admitted 14 of the 24 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early because they believe it will help their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of acceptance, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ Explore a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Washington & Jefferson College Admissions

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How Hard Is It To Get Admitted to Washington And Jefferson College?

Getting into Washington And Jefferson College is moderately difficult. Washington And Jefferson College evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, Washington And Jefferson College accepted 84% of students, approximately 2,636 from 3,150 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Washington And Jefferson College, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to Washington & Jefferson College

For more information on transferring to Washington & Jefferson College, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Washington And Jefferson College

Washington And Jefferson College has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Washington And Jefferson College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when deciding who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at Washington And Jefferson College

What does Washington And Jefferson College consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Extracurricular Activities	Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest	Considered
Application Essay	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Washington And Jefferson College for more information on admission factors.

Washington And Jefferson College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Washington And Jefferson College, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with Washington And Jefferson College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement		√
Interview		√
Letter(s) of Recommendation		√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Washington And Jefferson College?

Students admitted to Washington And Jefferson College have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 44% submitted a class rank. At Washington And Jefferson College 25% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 54% were in the top 25% and 81% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Washington & Jefferson College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	11.89%
3.75 and 3.99	26.83%
3.50 and 3.74	21.95%
3.25 and 3.49	15.24%
3.00 and 3.24	11.59%
2.50 and 2.9	11.59%
2.00 and 2.49	0.91%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Washington And Jefferson College directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Washington And Jefferson College looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Washington And Jefferson College is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 38% of Washington And Jefferson College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 11% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Washington And Jefferson College?

To be competitive with other Washington And Jefferson College applicants, you should aim to score between 1040 and 1290 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Washington And Jefferson College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1290 and 25% of scored lower than 1040, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Washington And Jefferson College students scored 640 or higher and 75% of students scored 520 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Washington And Jefferson College students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 520 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Washington And Jefferson College?

To be most competitive at Washington And Jefferson College, you should strive to earn between 21 and 31 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 31 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Washington And Jefferson College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 31, and three out of four students scored lower than 31 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Washington And Jefferson College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Washington & Jefferson College

Transfer students can enroll in Washington And Jefferson College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

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Washington And Jefferson College Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Washington And Jefferson College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Washington And Jefferson College.

Does Washington And Jefferson College accept transfer credits?

✅ Washington And Jefferson College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Washington And Jefferson College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Washington And Jefferson College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Washington And Jefferson College?

❌ No, Washington And Jefferson College is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Washington And Jefferson College's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Washington And Jefferson College is 84%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Washington And Jefferson College?

✅ Washington And Jefferson College's early decision acceptance rate was 58% in 2021.

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