Ohio Wesleyan University

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Ohio Wesleyan University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Ohio Wesleyan University's admissions stats.

Ohio Wesleyan University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	32%
Mean SAT Score	1209
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	25.8%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	58.8%
Waitlist	No

Ohio Wesleyan University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Ohio Wesleyan University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 15	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	December 1	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	March 1	––

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Applying Early to Ohio Wesleyan University?

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Ohio Wesleyan University 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 November 15

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is December 1. Ohio Wesleyan University will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

The early decision acceptance rate at Ohio Wesleyan University is 53%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 68%.

Ohio Wesleyan University accepts approximately 87% of early action applicants and 68% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2021, Ohio Wesleyan University admitted 43 of the 81 students who applied early decision. In 2021, Ohio Wesleyan University admitted 1,431 of the 1,647 who applied early action.

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

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

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More on Ohio Wesleyan University Admissions

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For applicants who are non-residents, getting into Ohio Wesleyan University is not difficult.

Transferring to Ohio Wesleyan University

Transfer student admissions is not difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Ohio Wesleyan University

Ohio Wesleyan University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Ohio Wesleyan University?

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 are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Ohio Wesleyan University

What does Ohio Wesleyan University 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	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Application Essay	Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Class Rank	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered

Make sure to check with Ohio Wesleyan University for more information on admission factors.

Ohio Wesleyan University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Ohio Wesleyan University, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with Ohio Wesleyan University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview			√
Other Requirements				Interview after initial application review. Letters of recommendation: Only require counselor recommendation.
Letter(s) of Recommendation	1
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Ohio Wesleyan University?

Students admitted to Ohio Wesleyan University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.

Out of all students that were admitted, 36% submitted a class rank. At Ohio Wesleyan University 32% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 60% were in the top 25% and 91% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Ohio Wesleyan University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	––
3.75 and 3.99	––
3.50 and 3.74	––
3.25 and 3.49	––
3.00 and 3.24	––
2.50 and 2.9	––
2.00 and 2.49	––

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 Ohio Wesleyan University 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

Ohio Wesleyan University looks at standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

Ohio Wesleyan University is a test optional school. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2021, 25.8% of Ohio Wesleyan University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 58.8% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Ohio Wesleyan University?

To be competitive with other Ohio Wesleyan University applicants, you should strive to score between 1110 and 1323 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Ohio Wesleyan University 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1323 and 25% of scored lower than 1110, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Ohio Wesleyan University student is 1209.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Ohio Wesleyan University students scored 660 or higher and 75% of students scored 550 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Ohio Wesleyan University students scored 670 or higher, and 75% scored a 550 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Ohio Wesleyan University?

To be most competitive at Ohio Wesleyan University, you should strive to earn between 23 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Ohio Wesleyan University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 23 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Ohio Wesleyan University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 23.

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 Ohio Wesleyan University

For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to Ohio Wesleyan University.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in Ohio Wesleyan University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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Ohio Wesleyan University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Ohio Wesleyan University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Ohio Wesleyan University.

Does Ohio Wesleyan University accept transfer credits?

✅ Ohio Wesleyan University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Ohio Wesleyan University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Ohio Wesleyan University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Ohio Wesleyan University?

❌ No, Ohio Wesleyan University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, 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 Ohio Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for Ohio Wesleyan University is 68%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Ohio Wesleyan University?

✅ Ohio Wesleyan University's early decision acceptance rate was 53% in 2021.

What is the early action acceptance rate at Ohio Wesleyan University?

✅ The early action acceptance rate at Ohio Wesleyan University was 87% in 2021.

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