Virginia Wesleyan University

It is moderately difficult to get into Virginia Wesleyan University. Around 81% of applicants get into Virginia Wesleyan University each year. Out of 1,718 applications received in 2023, 1,399 students were offered admission.

Reach out to Virginia Wesleyan University's admissions department for more information on applying.

Virginia Wesleyan University Admissions Stats at a Glance

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

Virginia Wesleyan University 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.4
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	15%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	10%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	4%
Waitlist	No

Virginia Wesleyan University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Virginia Wesleyan University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	–	–
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–

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Applying Early to Virginia Wesleyan University?

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Virginia Wesleyan University does not offer early decision or early action.

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

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More on Virginia Wesleyan University Admissions

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Transferring to Virginia Wesleyan University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to Virginia Wesleyan University

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

What Does Virginia Wesleyan University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college decides which factors are they consider most important 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 choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Virginia Wesleyan University

Wondering what factors are considered by Virginia Wesleyan University 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
Level of Applicant's Interest	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
Character/Personal Qualities	Considered
Interview	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered
Standardized Test Scores	Considered
Talent/Ability	Considered
Volunteer Work	Considered
Work Experience	Considered
First Generation	Considered

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

Virginia Wesleyan University Application Requirements

To apply to Virginia Wesleyan University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Virginia Wesleyan University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview	–	–	√	–
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	√	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	√	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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

Students admitted to Virginia Wesleyan University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.4. Virginia Wesleyan University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 49% submitted a class rank. At Virginia Wesleyan University 15% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 36% were in the top 25% and 63% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

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

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	18.11%
3.75 and 3.99	13.77%
3.50 and 3.74	13.41%
3.25 and 3.49	11.23%
3.00 and 3.24	13.77%
2.50 and 2.9	19.57%
2.00 and 2.49	9.78%

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 Virginia 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

Virginia Wesleyan University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 10% of Virginia Wesleyan University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 4% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

More Information on Transferring to Virginia Wesleyan University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Virginia Wesleyan University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

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

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term

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Virginia Wesleyan University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Virginia Wesleyan University?

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

Does Virginia Wesleyan University accept transfer credits?

✅ Virginia Wesleyan University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Virginia Wesleyan University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

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

✅ Virginia Wesleyan University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

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

❌ No, Virginia 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 may want to send them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Virginia Wesleyan University's acceptance rate?

✅ Virginia Wesleyan University's acceptance rate is 81%.

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

❌ Virginia Wesleyan University does not offer early decision.

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