West Virginia University Institute of Technology is not difficult to get into. West Virginia University Institute of Technology admitted 61% of all applicants in 2021. Last year, 1,517 students applied to West Virginia University Institute of Technology and 920 were admitted.
If you want to apply to West Virginia University Institute of Technology, the deadline for Fall 2024 admissions is 8/1 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.
Students who submit their applications to West Virginia University Institute of Technology for the fall semester should anticipate a decision by August 15.
Here is an overiew of some of West Virginia University Institute of Technology's admissions stats.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.5 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 21% |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 12.5% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 82.3% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for West Virginia University Institute of Technology.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | No | – | – |
Early Decision II | – | – | – |
Early Action | No | – | – |
Regular Decision | Yes | 8 1 | August 15 |
West Virginia University Institute of Technology does not offer early decision or early action.
➡️ Find a list of some selective colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
It is not difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing 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 choose schools that put the most emphasis on the admissions factors where you're strong.
Wondering what factors are considered by West Virginia University Institute of Technology 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 |
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Standardized Test Scores | Very Important |
Academic GPA | Very Important |
Make sure to check with West Virginia University Institute of Technology for more information on admission factors.
To apply to West Virginia University Institute of Technology, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with West Virginia University Institute of Technology's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | – | – | – | – |
Other Requirements | – | – | – | minimum ACT composite score of 18 or 870 SAT math and verbal or minimum 3.0 high school GPA |
Transcript of High School Record | – | – | – | – |
Students admitted to West Virginia University Institute of Technology have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.
Out of all students that were admitted, 69% submitted a class rank. At West Virginia University Institute of Technology 21% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 51% were in the top 25% and 87% were in the top 50%.
At West Virginia University Institute of Technology, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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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 West Virginia University Institute of Technology 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.
West Virginia University Institute of Technology is not test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2021, 12.5% of West Virginia University Institute of Technology's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 82.3% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of West Virginia University Institute of Technology students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of West Virginia University Institute of Technology students scored 590 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.
To be most competitive at West Virginia University Institute of Technology, you should strive to earn between 21 and 27 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 27 means you fall in the 75th percentile for West Virginia University Institute of Technology's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 27, and three out of four students scored lower than 27 on the ACT.
A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for West Virginia University Institute of Technology students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.
For transfer students, it is not difficult to get admitted to West Virginia University Institute of Technology. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by August 15.
Transfer students can enroll in West Virginia University Institute of Technology during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to West Virginia University Institute of Technology?
❌ Students who are admitted to West Virginia University Institute of Technology must attend in the term they start. Deferring admissions is not encouraged. If you have a unusual circumstance, contact the admissions department.
Does West Virginia University Institute of Technology accept transfer credits?
✅ West Virginia University Institute of Technology accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. West Virginia University Institute of Technology accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES
Does West Virginia University Institute of Technology accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
❌ West Virginia University Institute of Technology does not accept International Baccalaureate credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to West Virginia University Institute of Technology?
✅ West Virginia University Institute of Technology is not test optional.
What is West Virginia University Institute of Technology's acceptance rate?
✅ The acceptance rate for West Virginia University Institute of Technology is 61%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at West Virginia University Institute of Technology?
❌ West Virginia University Institute of Technology does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into WVU Tech? WVU Tech is a less selective institution. The WVU Tech acceptance rate is 61%. This means that the institution accepts 60 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to WVU Tech is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to WVU Tech is Continuous processing.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Composite SAT Range
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At WVU Tech, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.51. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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